Trust ST3 in Trauma and Orthopaedics

Job summary

This post provides an excellent opportunity to work on the middle-grade rota alongside Severn Deanery trainees in a friendly District General Hospital. The department is led by an extremely supportive Consultant body who are strongly committed to providing a high level of training to all members of the team.

A 1:8 on-call rota means that there is a good mix of exposure to acute and elective operating, time spent in outpatient clinics, and protected sessions to pursue audit and research projects which are actively encouraged. Regular teaching, interview and exam practice is also provided within the department.

The post has justifiably gained a reputation as an ideal stepping stone for candidates who are seeking further experience before applying for the Specialty Training programme, and tailored support is provided to help prepare for this selection process.

Main duties of the job

* To work as part of the Orthopaedic Team to deliver a high quality service.

* To provide a service for patients referred for emergency or elective Orthopaedic care.

* To assist and undertake operating sessions in main theatre and day theatre as appropriate working closely with the relevant Consultant.

* Daily activities consist of fracture & elective clinics and main & day theatres mirroring your assigned Consultant.

* To ensure all paperwork is completed efficiently with no delays reported.

* To actively participate in Risk and Clinical Governance sessions and undertake or encourage audits as appropriate.

* To maintain current knowledge/enhance skills by undertaking relevant study leave.

* To liaise with all Consultants regarding individual patients in a timely manner, acting on specific instructions / treatment.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!