Job summary
International PNI Fellowship to start October 2025
The Peripheral Nerve Injury International Fellowship at RNOH provides advanced training in the assessment and management of complex brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries.
These structured programs offer and unparalleled opportunity to gain extensive experience in surgical and non-surgical treatments of nerve injuries, working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team at one of the UK's leading nerve injury units.
The International Fellow will participate in operative cases at our Stanmore facility and outpatient clinics in Central London, covering a wide range of nerve conditions including traumatic, obstetric, and iatrogenic nerve injuries. The fellowship emphasises hands-on learning, from microsurgical techniques to nerve transfers, and offers exposure to innovative treatments in nerve repair and reconstruction.
Research and academic involvement are integral parts of the fellowship, with opportunities to collaborate on clinical studies, present at conferences, and contribute to publications. Fellows benefit from a supportive environment that encourages growth and knowledge sharing, equipping them with the expertise to excel in nerve surgery.
Main duties of the job
The aim of the international fellowship is to provide training and research opportunities in PNI surgery over a 12 month period. This fellowship will provide exposure to all aspects of the management of patients undergoing complex PNI surgery. There will be no on-call duties. The international fellow will work alongside all of the PNI Consultants.
The post holder alongside the consultant body will be expected to supervise the junior members of the team, as well as attend and help with the out-patient clinics. They will also be first assistant during surgery. Whilst this is a non-training post there will be opportunities to operate according to your skills.
It is anticipated that the post holder will be post FRCS and core surgical training or equivalent. The delivery of high quality patient care is essential and contribution towards the unit's research and audit activity is actively encouraged.
The role will involve working at our Bolsover outpatient facility.
About us
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:
- Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
- Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
- Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."
At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:
- 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
- A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare
At RNOH, we are more than a workplace--we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This fellowship year will provide specialist training in the following:-
- MDT administration and delivery for tertiary referrals
- Pre and post-op ward rounds
- Surgical multidisciplinary procedures
- Clinics & theatre list
- Clinical research including data collection and audit.
- Preparation of abstracts and papers for presentation and publication
Please see link to Fellowship information
Peripheral Nerve Injury Unit :: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (rnoh.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
This fellowship year will provide specialist training in the following:-
- MDT administration and delivery for tertiary referrals
- Pre and post-op ward rounds
- Surgical multidisciplinary procedures
- Clinics & theatre list
- Clinical research including data collection and audit.
- Preparation of abstracts and papers for presentation and publication
Please see link to Fellowship information
Peripheral Nerve Injury Unit :: Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (rnoh.nhs.uk)
Person Specification
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Evidence of being a good team member
Desirable
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS (Tr & Orth)
- Postgraduate Degree Elective orthopaedics
- Experience in PNI surgery at SpR level
- Already developed an interested in PNI surgery
Desirable
- Post CCT date
- Experience of MDT working
- Research with higher degree ideally in relevant specialty
Analytical & Judgment Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals
- Personal participation in audit
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Clarity of career aims, in particular reason for choosing fellowship post in PNI unit.
- Evidence of being a good team member
- Active interest in research and audit
Responsibility for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oDemonstrable commitment to anti-discriminatory and inclusive behaviours and practices
Responsibility for Policy/Service Development
Essential
- An understanding of the major risk factors for PNI surgery at a population level and at the level of the individual
Person Specification
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Evidence of being a good team member
Desirable
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS (Tr & Orth)
- Postgraduate Degree Elective orthopaedics
- Experience in PNI surgery at SpR level
- Already developed an interested in PNI surgery
Desirable
- Post CCT date
- Experience of MDT working
- Research with higher degree ideally in relevant specialty
Analytical & Judgment Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals
- Personal participation in audit
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Clarity of career aims, in particular reason for choosing fellowship post in PNI unit.
- Evidence of being a good team member
- Active interest in research and audit
Responsibility for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oDemonstrable commitment to anti-discriminatory and inclusive behaviours and practices
Responsibility for Policy/Service Development
Essential
- An understanding of the major risk factors for PNI surgery at a population level and at the level of the individual
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.
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.
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).
