Job summary
Applications are invited for the above post based at The James Cook University Hospital to commence immediately until mid August 2026.
South Tees Trust is one of the largest in the country and provides a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties. This is a joint post based at The James Cook University Hospital between Orthopaedic Spinal Surgery and Neurosurgery, in association with the Regional Spinal Cord Injuries Centre.
Main duties of the job
The post will provide training in all aspects of spinal surgery in a unit with an active research programme. The Spinal Surgery service comprises four Neurosurgeons and four Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeons. The service operates within the context of a major trust with full backup including a Level 1 Trauma Centre, Regional Complex Spinal Hub, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cancer Centre, Plastic Surgery, and Neurophysiological Services.
Suitable UK clinical experience and MRCS qualification are highly desirable.
The ideal candidate would be an enthusiastic, keen learner and team worker who is willing to work in a busy spinal team, with more exposure to complex spinal surgery, and be prepared to have a job plan at different hospitals/centres.
About us
The Trust is situated in the North East of England, close to the North Yorkshire Moors. The quality of life for professionals and their families in the North East of England is good, with easy access to attractive countryside and beaches, a choice of highly rated schools, and good travel access to the north and Scotland, the Lake District, or the south by road, rail, or air.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
* oFRCS in neurosurgery or trauma and orthopaedics or equivalent
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
* oFRCS (with log book of operations)
* oFull Registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
* oCCT/CESR (or working towards)
EXPERIENCE
* oClinical experience of ST6+ registrar level work
* oExperience of working in UK as Resident doctor
* oExperience of clinical audit
Desirable
* oAdditional experience in spinal surgery
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
* oFRCS in neurosurgery or trauma and orthopaedics or equivalent
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
* oFRCS (with log book of operations)
* oFull Registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
* oCCT/CESR (or working towards)
EXPERIENCE
* oClinical experience of ST6+ registrar level work
* oExperience of working in UK as Resident doctor
* oExperience of clinical audit
Desirable
* oAdditional experience in spinal surgery
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the employer details below.
Additional information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
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