Trust Doctor in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Job summary

Trust Doctor in the department of Trauma and Orthopaedics

We have an exciting opportunity here at Leeds Teaching Hospitals due to an expansion of our rota. We are recruiting a Trust Grade Doctor (Level ST6-8) post within the second largest Major Trauma Centre in the UK based at the Leeds General Infirmary. This appointment is permanent, starting January 2027.

The posts have been designed for experienced doctors wishing to pursue a career in Trauma and Orthopaedics.

The applicant must have full GMC registration with license to practice, a minimum of two years previous experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery, one year at registrar level, a minimum of 24 months experience as a doctor in the NHS, a valid ATLS certification and must have full MRCS or equivalent.

Please note this advert may close early if there are a high number of applicants,Main duties of the jobWe offer exposure to polytrauma and trauma Orthopaedic surgery aligned with excellent training opportunities. You will be allocated an educational supervisor to help guide your career aspirations and to maximise educational opportunities, you will have the opportunity to access medical expertise in a wide variety of disciplines.

The post holder will work with a team of surgeons to provide inpatient care for both trauma and elective patients. The post holder will be on an on call and a 24 hour partial shift rota.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is a leading healthcare institution, excelling in patient care, teaching and research. We provide Trauma and Orthopaedic services from two sites within Leeds. All trauma is admitted to the Leeds General Infirmary and elective work is undertaken at Chapel Allerton Hospital, approximately 3 miles from the Infirmary. The Trust Grade Doctor will be expected to work at both sites.

Their duties will include:

Fracture Clinics
Trauma and Elective Orthopaedic surgery
Weekend Hip lists
Ward rounds and patient reviews
Support to FY1/2, and ST1/2 doctors.
Full in house educational and clinical supervision and mentoring package
Access to participate in on-going departmental research and audit presentations.
Opportunities to teach undergraduates
Access to clinical governance meetings.

About us The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.

Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.

We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page.

Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Details Date posted
19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other Salary
76,582 to 77,348 a year

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
002339

Job locations

Leeds General Infirmary Leeds West  YorkshireLS1 3EX
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:
Name:
Kathryn Lowery Position:
Consultant Trauma & Ortho Surgeon Email:
Name:
Mark Philipson Position:
Consultant Trauma & Ortho Surgeon Email: mark.philipson

Interview Date: 09/11/2026

Please Note:

All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata. Why you should join our Team We are looking for a resident doctor to take up full and/or part-time posts and can offer deferred appointments. Candidates who are unable to work full time are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part-time and those wishing to job share.

Shorter duration contracts will also be considered for the right candidate.

Above all we need a ST6+ Trust Grade Doctor in Trauma and…