Job summary Fixed term to cover vacant training post from 4th Feb 2026 - 4th Aug 2026 1. Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. 2. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. 3. To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines. 4. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. 5. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. 6. Referral of patients to other specialities. 7. Necessary investigation e.g. blood samples for crossmatch, emergency X-ray etc. 8. Appropriate disposal of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital Discharge to General practitioner Discharge with no follow-up Main duties of the job Fixed term to cover vacant training post from 4th Feb 2026 - 4th Aug 2026 1. Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. 2. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. 3. To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines. 4. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. 5. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. 6. Referral of patients to other specialities. 7. Necessary investigation e.g. blood samples for crossmatch, emergency X-ray etc. 8. Appropriate disposal of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital Discharge to General practitioner Discharge with no follow-up About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Details Date posted 25 November 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £65,048 a year Per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 205-7640231 Job locations University Hospital North Midlands NHS Trust Newcastle Road Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG Job description Job responsibilities Fixed term to cover vacant training post from 4th Feb 2026 - 4th Aug 2026 1. Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. 2. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. 3. To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines. 4. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. 5. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. 6. Referral of patients to other specialities. 7. Necessary investigation e.g. blood samples for crossmatch, emergency X-ray etc. 8. Appropriate disposal of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital Discharge to General practitioner Discharge with no follow-up Job description Job responsibilities Fixed term to cover vacant training post from 4th Feb 2026 - 4th Aug 2026 1. Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. 2. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. 3. To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines. 4. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. 5. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. 6. Referral of patients to other specialities. 7. Necessary investigation e.g. blood samples for crossmatch, emergency X-ray etc. 8. Appropriate disposal of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital Discharge to General practitioner Discharge with no follow-up Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent MRCS/FRCS or equivalent BLS ATLS Full GMC Registration AO course or equivalent Desirable BSc, MD Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree Academic and extracurricular achievements FRCS (Tr and Orth) AO Advances Experience Essential Minimum basic surgical training - 24 months (non-UK doctors must demonstrate 24 months of equivalent training with supervision and assessment). At least 6 months experience in T&O surgery at Middle Grade level or equivalent. At least 6 months experience in a multi-professional working environment. Proven ability to look after acutely injured patients. Desirable Experience of at least one substantive post of 3 months in Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Intensive Care or Cardiothoracic Surgery. 18 months experience in T&O surgery at middle grade level or equivalent. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent MRCS/FRCS or equivalent BLS ATLS Full GMC Registration AO course or equivalent Desirable BSc, MD Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree Academic and extracurricular achievements FRCS (Tr and Orth) AO Advances Experience Essential Minimum basic surgical training - 24 months (non-UK doctors must demonstrate 24 months of equivalent training with supervision and assessment). At least 6 months experience in T&O surgery at Middle Grade level or equivalent. At least 6 months experience in a multi-professional working environment. Proven ability to look after acutely injured patients. Desirable Experience of at least one substantive post of 3 months in Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Intensive Care or Cardiothoracic Surgery. 18 months experience in T&O surgery at middle grade level or equivalent. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address University Hospital North Midlands NHS Trust Newcastle Road Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address University Hospital North Midlands NHS Trust Newcastle Road Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)