Upper Limb Fellow
The closing date is 29 July 2025
Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Post-CCT Upper Limb Fellow for a period of 12 months, starting in August 2026. This post offers an outstanding opportunity to gain extensive subspecialty experience in upper limb surgery within a busy, well-established department.
Ideally suited to candidates who have successfully completed at least five years of Specialist Registrar training in Trauma and Orthopaedics, approved by the Royal College of Surgeons, and have obtained their CCT or equivalent. The post is designed for individuals seeking to further develop their operative skills and clinical confidence prior to applying for a substantive consultant position.
This opportunity provides high-volume surgical experience, with3-4 operating sessions per week, alongside regular elective clinics. There are no on-call commitments, allowing for focus on elective and trauma upper limb work. There will be numerous opportunities to engage inclinical research, audit projects, and regional and national presentations, with active consultant support and academic mentorship.
The post may be structured as two six-month rotations; the first providinggreater exposure to shoulder and elbow surgery, and the second offering a stronger focus on wrist and hand surgery. This will allow you to benefit from a broad yet focused experience, working closely with different consultants across both segments of the fellowship to gain well-rounded operative and clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Details
Date posted
22 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£65,048 to £73,992 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
166-SS-7347424
Job locations
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
Employer details
Employer name
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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