Job summary The successful applicant is expected to obtain high volume surgical and clinical experience from this post. At the same time the post holder will have dedicated research time that will allow carrying out and participating in high quality research, with the aim of peer-reviewed publications and national/international presentations. The Post holder will be supported for presenting their research findings (study leave, travel expenses).The post is ideal for junior doctors aiming to improve their CV in preparation for application to training posts. The successful applicant will work under the direct supervision of Mr CP Charalambous both with regards to clinical work and research.The Department has 10 Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons all of whom perform a variety of Elective and Trauma work. In addition to the advertised post, other grades include 3 Associate Specialists, 10 Staff Grades, 11 STs and 4 FY1's. Main duties of the job a) Attendance at Theatre sessions. b) Attendance at out-patient clinics. c) Research d) Provision of in-patient care for Consultant's patients. e) Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of "The junior doctor accepts that he will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant, in consultation where practicable with his colleagues, both senior and junior. It has been agreed between the professions and the Department that while juniors accept that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptional and in particular, that juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis". About us Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a forward looking and innovative place to work and is committed to Values Based Collaborative Leadership and being a 'Great Place to Work'. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was established on 1st December 2007. The Trust gained Teaching Hospital status and became Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2010. In April 2012 the Trust merged with community health services from NHS Blackpool and NHS North Lancashire as part of the Transformation of Patient Pathways Programme. We are now a Vanguard site with Extensive Care Services provided for the complex elderly population within Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. The Trust serves a population of approximately 440,000 residents across Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre, Lancashire and South Cumbria and the North of England. It comprises Blackpool Victoria Hospital which is a large busy acute hospital and two smaller community hospitals - Clifton Hospital and Fleetwood Hospital and the National Artificial Eye Service. Details Date posted 19 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 382-DOC38-25 Job locations Blackpool Victoria Hospital Whinney Heys Road Blackpool FY3 8NR Job description Job responsibilities Attendance at Theatre sessions. Attendance at out-patient clinics. Research Provision of in-patient care for Consultants patients. Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of patients. Job description Job responsibilities Attendance at Theatre sessions. Attendance at out-patient clinics. Research Provision of in-patient care for Consultants patients. Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of patients. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential MBBS or equivalent Full GMC registration with a license to practice Desirable BSc or equivalent Experience and Knowledge Essential Completion of appropriate training Organisation skills, able to work in a team To have experience working within an NHS hospital Adequate progression of training Ability to assess acute medical problems with minimal supervision Demonstrates a keen interest in further study Desirable Previous Orthopaedic/surgical experience at SHO level Skills and Ability Essential Punctual, reliable, competent with the independent management of basic medical and surgical problems Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential MBBS or equivalent Full GMC registration with a license to practice Desirable BSc or equivalent Experience and Knowledge Essential Completion of appropriate training Organisation skills, able to work in a team To have experience working within an NHS hospital Adequate progression of training Ability to assess acute medical problems with minimal supervision Demonstrates a keen interest in further study Desirable Previous Orthopaedic/surgical experience at SHO level Skills and Ability Essential Punctual, reliable, competent with the independent management of basic medical and surgical problems 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 Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Blackpool Victoria Hospital Whinney Heys Road Blackpool FY3 8NR Employer's website https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Blackpool Victoria Hospital Whinney Heys Road Blackpool FY3 8NR Employer's website https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Whinney Heys Road, FY3 8NR Blackpool, United Kingdom