Job summary The successful candidate will be part of the multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the specialty of Trauma and Orthopaedics. The unit is internationally and nationally recognised. Professor Briggs' Getting It Right First Time programme has been established in our department and we have at the recommendation/request of Professor Briggs hosted large ESHT enhanced pathway presentations to Acute/Foundation Trusts, Trauma and Orthopaedic teams and continued to work collaborative with them and the region to improve pathways of care for Orthopaedic patients, putting the patient at the centre of all that we do. Main duties of the job We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our busy and dynamic team who have a large turnover of elective and trauma work. Previous experience in Orthopaedics would be an advantage, as would other Surgical Specialties but with a main interest in developing Orthopaedic skills and knowledge. We welcome doctors wanting to broaden their skills within a team surrounded by many supportive clinicians. About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Details Date posted 01 August 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £44,439 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 374-CQ-1123 Job locations Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings TN37 7RD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. LED FY2 Doctor Orthopaedics to work cross site. Applicants are invited to apply for the full time post and previous surgical experience is preferred. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. LED FY2 Doctor Orthopaedics to work cross site. Applicants are invited to apply for the full time post and previous surgical experience is preferred. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualification Essential MB BS or equivalent, Full Registration with GMC Desirable MD or equivalent, BSE accreditation Training and experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics. Desirable Experience in Orthopaedics Administration Essential Evidence of participation in staff management, Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal Desirable Management course and/or qualifications, Knowledge of the structure of Health Service Audit, Research and Publicatio Essential Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, Understanding of the role of research Desirable Completion and/or Publication of audit projects, Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc, relevant to speciality,Ability to lead clinical research project Personal skills Essential Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team, Leadership qualities,Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills,Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services, Professional attitude towards work, Desirable Good presentation skills, Demonstration of initiated projects, Specific attributes for post Teaching Essential Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups Desirable Educational qualification Person Specification Qualification Essential MB BS or equivalent, Full Registration with GMC Desirable MD or equivalent, BSE accreditation Training and experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics. Desirable Experience in Orthopaedics Administration Essential Evidence of participation in staff management, Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal Desirable Management course and/or qualifications, Knowledge of the structure of Health Service Audit, Research and Publicatio Essential Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, Understanding of the role of research Desirable Completion and/or Publication of audit projects, Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc, relevant to speciality,Ability to lead clinical research project Personal skills Essential Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team, Leadership qualities,Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills,Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services, Professional attitude towards work, Desirable Good presentation skills, Demonstration of initiated projects, Specific attributes for post Teaching Essential Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups Desirable Educational qualification 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings TN37 7RD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hospital The Ridge Hastings TN37 7RD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Conquest Hospital, The Ridge, TN37 7RD Hastings, United Kingdom