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Senior Training Fellow in Spines (Registrar)

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£67,325

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

27 October 2026

7 days left

Job description

Senior Training Fellow in Spines (Registrar) - 2 WTE Whilst this post is not recognised for training you will be joining our current team of 9 SpR's f...

  • Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to spine surgery.
  • Management of all patients on the spinal surgery wards and any outlying wards (including critical care units).
  • Request and review necessary investigation including imaging and blood tests.
  • To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines and ensure they are adhered to.
  • To participate in outpatient elective and emergency spine clinics as rostered.
  • To participate in elective and non-elective surgery as rostered.
  • To participate in governance and administrative duties as required.
  • Appropriate disposal of patients, either:
  • Admission to inpatient facilities
  • Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital
  • Discharge to General practitioner
  • Discharge with no follow-up

  • Assessment, diagnosis and management of all patients admitted to spine surgery.
  • Management of all patients on the spinal surgery wards and any outlying wards (including critical care units).
  • Request and review necessary investigation including imaging and blood tests.
  • To be aware of hospital and departmental guidelines and ensure they are adhered to.
  • To participate in outpatient elective and emergency spine clinics as rostered.
  • To participate in elective and non-elective surgery as rostered.
  • To participate in governance and administrative duties as required.
  • Appropriate disposal of patients, either:
  • Admission to inpatient facilities
  • Discharge with suitable follow-up at the hospital
  • Discharge to General practitioner
  • Discharge with no follow-up

University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.

Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

Qualifications

Essential: - MBBS or equivalent; - GMC registration; - MRCS or equivalent; - ATLS/ALS/PALS provider

Desirable: - Awards/distinctions

Clinical Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • Foundation and core-competencies in a surgical themed rotation or equivalent with at least 24 months of core surgical training or equivalent.
  • At least 6 months experience in T&O or neurosurgery at Middle Grade level or equivalent.
  • At least 6 months experience in a multiprofessional working environment
  • Evidence of understanding and application of clinical care
  • Able to demonstrate a knowledge of basic pre and post-operative patient management for surgical patients
  • Proven participation in audit activities within the last 12 months

Desirable: - NHS experience

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

15 October 2026

Last checked

19 October 2026

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About the employer

UHO
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

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