Microvascular Surgery Clinical Fellow in Lower Limb Reconstruction
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol, BS10 5NBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£77,348
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 October 2026
1 day leftJob description
Microvascular Surgery Clinical Fellow post (SpR / ST6+ Level) in Lower Limb Reconstruction We wish to appoint a 1x Clinical Microsurgical Fellow - Spe...
Expectations of the position - The successful candidate will be in year 7 / 8 of plastic surgery training (or equivalent), have passed FRCS (Plast) or equivalent and will have special interest in microsurgery reflected in the application form.
The successful candidate will be expected to be involved in teaching and to undertake clinical audit projects. The successful candidate will be expected to attend specialist clinics in ortho - plastic surgery.
This post is recognised for training by the Specialist Advisory Committee in Plastic Surgery and has Royal College Approval.
Candidates must have GMC registration that allows them to work in posts that are not recognised for training. It is essential that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent.
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:
- Better outcomes for ourPatients
- More opportunities for ourPeople
- Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
- Best Value forPublic Purse
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS, FRCS (Plast)
- ATLS
- Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.
- Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
Desirable: - Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).; - Completion of a general management course or programme.
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience including 2 years as SHO in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
- Training in diagnosis and treatment of complex reconstruction conditions
- Experience in audit project and written up
Desirable: - Some training in Microsurgery
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential: - Proven teaching ability.; - Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.; - Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
- Proven track record in research.
- Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential: - Good written communication skills.; - Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
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First seen
9 September 2026
Last checked
11 September 2026
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