Senior Clinical Foot and Ankle Fellow in Orthopaedics
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University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Senior Clinical Foot and Ankle Fellow in Orthopaedics
The closing date is 17 November 2026
Job summary
University Hospitals Dorset is looking to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow in Foot and Ankle Surgery. The 12 month fellowship is supervised by Miss Nikki Kelsall, Mr Heath Taylor and Miss Charlene Roslee.
We are principally recruiting for fellows to commence in March 2027 but may consider applicants for future opportunities if deemed suitable at the point of interview.Main duties of the job
The post will concentrate on elective foot and ankle surgery. The post will allow the surgeon to develop a specialist interest in foot and ankle surgery and applicants should have either completed or be about to complete their training in this area. The unit is involved in clinical research into joint replacement and the Fellow will be involved in this. There is no out of hours on call commitment.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
There is a planned move for this service anticipated during Winter 2025when this role and base of work will relocate to Poole Hospital. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
153-M3960
Job locations
Poole Hospital
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Principles and practice of foot and ankle surgery.
- Ability to manage own workload.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
- Evidence of technical competence in intermediate level surgery.
- Understands principles of audit.
- Up to date, complete logbook of experience.
- Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.
Desirable
- Audit - Evidence of participation or enthusiasm.
- Some experience of medical writing.
- Contribution to management of professional organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Greater than two years orthopaedic registrar level experience including at least 6 months of foot and ankle surgery
- Minimum 4 months of NHS experience.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in audit & research projects.
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm of audit.
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Potential to function successfully under stress and to undertake responsibility.
- Ability to act on own initiative appropriately.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Basic MBBS or equivalent.
- Postgraduate FRCS / MRCS or equivalent.
- Commitment to continuing postgraduate education and training.
- Ability to organise own learning.
Desirable
- Additional Postgraduate qualification.
Other
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC.
- Understands principles and theory of research/QI, evidence of enthusiasm or participation in research or QI.
- Able to speak English as necessary for the role
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Principles and practice of foot and ankle surgery.
- Ability to manage own workload.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
- Evidence of technical competence in intermediate level surgery.
- Understands principles of audit.
- Up to date, complete logbook of experience.
- Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.
Desirable
- Audit - Evidence of participation or enthusiasm.
- Some experience of medical writing.
- Contribution to management of professional organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Greater than two years orthopaedic registrar level experience including at least 6 months of foot and ankle surgery
- Minimum 4 months of NHS experience.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in audit & research projects.
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm of audit.
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Potential to function successfully under stress and to undertake responsibility.
- Ability to act on own initiative appropriately.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Basic MBBS or equivalent.
- Postgraduate FRCS / MRCS or equivalent.
- Commitment to continuing postgraduate education and training.
- Ability to organise own learning.
Desirable
- Additional Postgraduate qualification.
Other
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC.
- Understands principles and theory of research/QI, evidence of enthusiasm or participation in research or QI.
- Able to speak English as necessary for the role
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Poole Hospital
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Poole Hospital
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Service Manager
Carrie Hartridge
03000198807
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
153-M3960
Job locations
Poole Hospital
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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