Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh NHS LOTHIANNHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.To this end, NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.Applications are welcome for the above fixed term, full time (40 hours per week) post based in Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh has been designated one of the four Major Trauma Centres in Scotland, representing the Southeast Scotland region.
We are seeking to appoint passionate and highly motivated Major Trauma Fellows to support the development of the Major Trauma service on the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh site.
This is a 6- or 12-month post (candidate specific) at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (RIE).
The post is appropriate for post FY2 / Early CT level trainees who wish to pursue a career in emergency medicine, anaesthesia, orthopaedics, general surgery, critical care and other surgical specialities with an interest in the multiply injured patient and who wish to gain further experience in the management of Major Trauma patient in a busy Major Trauma Centre.
The post holder will work closely with the multi professional team to coordinate the pathway for the multiply injured patients.
Applicants will have the ability to lead others, think strategically and communicate effectively; they will demonstrate how they will work collaboratively, influencing decisions and outcomes, and be committed to improving care in a complex healthcare organisation.
Start date is negotiable, commencing from February 2025 at the earliest.The post does not have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and will not be recognised for training.
For an informal discussion or further information please contact:Dr D Kerslake, Clinical Director, Major Trauma Centre, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh: If viewing from an external site, please visit for a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply.
We cannot accept CVs as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted.
Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing.
The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.
Closing Date: 26/11/2024*** We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early*** Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received.
Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage*** - Accessible Rural