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North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) are working towards merging as one organisation from July 2026.

This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

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Job Overview

The successful applicant will be exposed to elective and emergency plastic surgery patients. They will gain experience in how to approach clinical situations in plastic surgery starting from the initial consultation, making the diagnosis, to clerking and preparing the patients for theatre, post operative management, and short, medium and long term follow-up in outpatient clinics.

Experience will be gained in handling of tissue and managing wounds as well as performing basic plastic surgical procedures. There will be exposure to the team approach within the specialty as well as on multi-disciplinary teams. This will include attending specialist clinics, assisting in theatre, and liaising with other specialties.

Main duties of the job

North Bristol NHS Trust is a progressive and ambitious teaching and research organisation, and a specialist regional centre for major trauma, neurosciences, plastics and burns, orthopaedics and renal services. With a turnover of £550m and 8,000 staff, our clinical teams have built a strong reputation for exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

The Clinical Fellow rotates to particular Consultant or Consultants within the Department on three month rotations. Most of the commitments are at Southmead, but the post holder will be expected to assist his/her Consultant at certain Outpatient Clinics. The job will cover the ward and theatre duties. The successful candidate will also take part in the on call rota as part of the team.

Working for our organisation

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities and we are part of the Bristol NHS Group.

Recognised as the Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff at the Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards 2025, our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The Clinical Fellow rotates to particular Consultant or Consultants within the Department on three month rotations. Most of the commitments are at Southmead, but the postholder will be expected to assist his/her Consultant at certain Outpatient Clinics. The job will cover the ward and theatre duties. The successful candidate will also take part in the on call rota as part of the team.

Person specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential criteria

MB BS Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.

Desirable criteria

Higher Academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS) ATLS MRCS

Work Experience

Essential criteria

Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent) Completion of Foundation years 1 & 2 training (or equivalent)

Desirable criteria

Some training in A&E, Orthopaedics or Plastic Surgery Completion of one year in an approved training post in a surgical specialty or in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential Experience in audit project and written up.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

Proven teaching ability Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate.

Desirable criteria

Completion of a general management course or programme.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential criteria

Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships within a team. Ability to work independently as well as part of the Surgical Directorate. Good verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.

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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.

At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.

Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.