Main area Trauma and Orthopaedics. Grade ST3+ Contract Fixed term: 12 months (10 sessions per week). Hours full time - 10 sessions per week (to partake in on-call rota). Job ref 427-7973375
Employer: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Site: Royal United Hospitals Bath. Town: Bath. Salary: £54,499 - £67,325 PA Pro Rata. Salary period: Yearly. Closing: 17/06/2026 23:59
Trust Doctor in Trauma & Orthopaedic (ST3+)
ST3+
Job overview
The successful applicant will be a vital and active member of the department. They will participate in the care of orthopaedic patients in both acute (trauma) and elective settings.
The role will include the provision of fracture and elective outpatient clinics, surgical operating in both trauma and elective cases, and participation in the registrar grade acute trauma on-call rota (including overnight and weekend provision).
All activities will be conducted under named consultant supervision, with the level of supervision dependent on the needs of the individual.
Main duties of the job
Participation in the daily activities of the Department, including outpatient clinic provision, the delivery of surgical procedures and the management of the acutely traumatically injured individual.
Engagement and supervision of junior colleagues.
Liaising and working alongside Advanced Orthopaedic Practitioner colleagues as well as other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The requesting and acting upon the results of appropriate tests and investigations, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
The timely completion of relevant documentation and requests.
Participation in audit and governance processes.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17,600 colleagues and a budget of 1.6 billion, the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.
We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing differences in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.
By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we’re proud of.
We’re committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.
We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing – and yes, we even have a pool!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Participation in the daily activities of the Department, including outpatient clinic provision, the delivery of surgical procedures and the management of the acutely traumatically injured individual.
Engagement and supervision of junior colleagues. Participation in the registrar grade acute trauma on-call rota (including overnight and weekend provision).
Liaising and working alongside Advanced Orthopaedic Practitioner colleagues as well as other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The requesting and acting upon the results of appropriate tests and investigations, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
The timely completion of relevant documentation and requests.
Participation in audit and governance processes.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Hold a medical degree
* Full registration with General Medical Council including holding a licence to practice in the UK
Audit
* Understanding of clinical governance, including the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
* Evidence of publications / presentations / prizes in quality improvement or audit
Note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on GOV.UK before applying.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name: Greg Pickering
Job title: Consultant Hand & Orthopaedic Surgeon
Email: greg.pickering@nhs.net
Additional information
Mr Tristan Barton, consultant orthopaedic surgeon and clinical lead
Email: tristanbarton@nhs.net
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