FAQs
What is the duration of the Junior Clinical Fellow position?
The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
What specialties will the Junior Clinical Fellow be working in?
The Junior Clinical Fellow will support the trauma and orthopaedic service.
Are there any on-call requirements for this role?
The Junior Clinical Fellow will participate in a Trauma and Orthopaedic on-call rota during core hours only; out-of-hours on-call is not a requirement for this role.
Will I be involved in teaching as part of this position?
Yes, the post holder is expected to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Is there an opportunity to participate in research?
Yes, the Junior Clinical Fellow will take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
What support will I receive from senior colleagues?
The Junior Clinical Fellow will work in conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues to provide services, manage junior medical staff, and ensure the best use of departmental resources.
What is the location of Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust?
The hospital is situated on The Wirral peninsula, which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings.
What kind of patient population does Wirral University Teaching Hospital serve?
The Trust serves a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales, and the wider North West footprint.
Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about this position?
You can contact Mr. Peter Ralte, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at peter.ralte1@nhs.net or call 0151 678 5111, or Mr. David Hawkes, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at david.hawkes1@nhs.net or call 0151 604 7496.