LAS ST1 - Plastic Surgery

Job summary
To participate in the specialist activities of the Directorate.

• To participate in ward rounds and, subsequently, ensuring effective management in the in-patient stay.
• To be responsible for the continuing care of patients as designated by consultant staff.
• To participate in new patient and follow-up outpatients clinics.
• To participate in audit within the department.
• To participate in the training of junior medical staff and other staff.
• To deputise for colleagues at an appropriate level.
• To carry out appropriate administrative duties in support of clinical commitments.
• The post holder will be encouraged to pursue research activity.
• The post holder will be expected to participate in regular clinical meetings.

Main duties of the job

• To participate in the specialist activities of the Directorate.
• To participate in ward rounds and, subsequently, ensuring effective management in the in-patient stay.
• To be responsible for the continuing care of patients as designated by consultant staff.
• To participate in new patient and follow-up outpatients clinics.
• To participate in audit within the department.
• To participate in the training of junior medical staff and other staff.
• To deputise for colleagues at an appropriate level.
• To carry out appropriate administrative duties in support of clinical commitments.
• The post holder will be encouraged to pursue research activity.
• The post holder will be expected to participate in regular clinical meetings.

About us
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. We also have one of the busiest emergency departments in the country, with more than 169,000 patients attending our Accident and Emergency departments in 2017/18.

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £54,499 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 205-8204295
Job locations: University Hospital of North Midlands, Hilton Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• To participate in the specialist activities of the Directorate.
• To participate in ward rounds and, subsequently, ensuring effective management in the in-patient stay.
• To be responsible for the continuing care of patients as designated by consultant staff.
• To participate in new patient and follow-up outpatients clinics.
• To participate in audit within the department.
• To participate in the training of junior medical staff and other staff.
• To deputise for colleagues at an appropriate level.
• To carry out appropriate administrative duties in support of clinical commitments.
• The post holder will be encouraged to pursue research activity.
• The post holder will be expected to participate in regular clinical meetings.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration
• Working towards MRCP/FRCS part 1
• Complete and satisfactory F2 portfolio or equivalent evidence

Desirable

• Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree MRCS Part 1

Experience
Essential

• F1 and F2 completed or equivalent

Desirable

• Proven participation in audit activities
• Previous experience at SHO level in Plastic specialty, including dealing with emergency admissions
• ALS

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. 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.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address: University Hospital of North Midlands, Hilton Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Lead Mr Huq, Shahidul.Huq@uhnm.nhs.uk