Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Trauma and Orthopaedics Department at North Devon District Hospital as a Trust Doctor at ST1/ST2 level for 12 months.
About the Role
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Trust Doctor (ST1/ST2) to join the department of Trauma and Orthopaedics for its Northern Services, based at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple. These roles form part of a wider integrated department that includes our Northern services based in Barnstaple, and which jointly provide services for patients living across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon.
Key role responsibilities:
* Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics & operating sessions as timetabled.
* Participate in the specialty on call rota as timetabled.
* Assess and manage perioperative inpatients, including emergency management of sick patients.
* Be first surgical assistants in theatre regularly, and work towards becoming an independent surgeon.
* Discuss management & discharge plans with patients and relatives.
* Liaise with the multi-disciplinary teams associated with the specialty.
* Lead discharge planning and communicate with community teams (including electronic summaries).
* Attend specialty educational & multidisciplinary sessions.
* Undertake clinical audit and research.
* Teach undergraduate medical students & foundation doctors.
* Attend Trust & specialty induction sessions.
* Participate in diary monitoring as requested.
* Comply with local policies, including annual leave, study leave, dress code etc.
Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 1/08/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
For further information please contact Andy Roberton (Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon + Resident Doctor Lead) or Lauren Oke (Operations Manager).
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Benefits
Benefits available include:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
Contract Details
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-827-13410
* Contract Type Fixed Term
* Closing Date 19 June, 2026
* Job Category Medical
* Staff Group Medical & Dental
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