University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellow
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW), Bristol, Virginia, United States, 24202
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellow The closing date is 05 January 2026
Applications are invited for a highly motivated individual. The post is for a period of 6 months in the first instance to commence as soon as possible.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and thriving group of hospitals in the heart of Bristol, a vibrant and culturally diverse city. Our staff offer over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites. We provide general medical and emergency services to the local population of Central and South Bristol, and a broad range of specialist services across a region that extends from Cornwall to Gloucestershire, into South Wales and beyond. We are one of the country's largest acute NHS Trusts with an annual income of over £500 million.
Main duties of the job The post will join a team in the new Bristol Heart Institute, which opened in 2009 and delivers 1500–1600 adult cardiac operations annually. Your role will involve working as part of a dynamic team of surgeons with an international clinical and academic reputation. The centre specialises in all areas of adult cardiac surgery, except transplantation and ventricular assist devices. There are five fully equipped modern cardiac surgery theatres, one of which is hybrid (shared with Cardiology). Critical care support is provided within a modern 19‑bed Critical Care area staffed by dedicated cardiac intensive care specialists.
This post will offer excellent clinical, teaching and research facilities, with possibilities to develop or consolidate your surgical expertise in all areas of cardiac surgery.
Applicants must have GMC registration by the starting date, possess MRCS (UK) or equivalent, and have completed at least four years of higher surgical training in cardiac surgery. Preference will be given to applicants who have been awarded their CCT.
About us UHBW is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 sites. We serve a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as “Good” overall. As a forward‑thinking, multi‑award‑winning Trust and a digital exemplar, we are committed to improving patient care through world‑leading research and innovation. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, combining city living with easy access to countryside and seaside. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we actively work towards a diverse workforce that represents the local population at all levels and design our services around the needs of individual patients and communities.
Job responsibilities For a more detailed overview of the main responsibilities of the role please refer to the attached job description.
Person Specification Knowledge and Experience
Previous NHS hospital experience or familiarity with a similar system
Previous cardiothoracic surgery experience
Previous research and audit experience
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Effective information technology skills
Competence in medical statistics
Qualifications and Training
Full GMC registration with license to practice
MRCS membership or similar basic surgical training certification
Supportive
Respectful
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure must be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellow The closing date is 05 January 2026
Applications are invited for a highly motivated individual. The post is for a period of 6 months in the first instance to commence as soon as possible.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and thriving group of hospitals in the heart of Bristol, a vibrant and culturally diverse city. Our staff offer over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites. We provide general medical and emergency services to the local population of Central and South Bristol, and a broad range of specialist services across a region that extends from Cornwall to Gloucestershire, into South Wales and beyond. We are one of the country's largest acute NHS Trusts with an annual income of over £500 million.
Main duties of the job The post will join a team in the new Bristol Heart Institute, which opened in 2009 and delivers 1500–1600 adult cardiac operations annually. Your role will involve working as part of a dynamic team of surgeons with an international clinical and academic reputation. The centre specialises in all areas of adult cardiac surgery, except transplantation and ventricular assist devices. There are five fully equipped modern cardiac surgery theatres, one of which is hybrid (shared with Cardiology). Critical care support is provided within a modern 19‑bed Critical Care area staffed by dedicated cardiac intensive care specialists.
This post will offer excellent clinical, teaching and research facilities, with possibilities to develop or consolidate your surgical expertise in all areas of cardiac surgery.
Applicants must have GMC registration by the starting date, possess MRCS (UK) or equivalent, and have completed at least four years of higher surgical training in cardiac surgery. Preference will be given to applicants who have been awarded their CCT.
About us UHBW is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 sites. We serve a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as “Good” overall. As a forward‑thinking, multi‑award‑winning Trust and a digital exemplar, we are committed to improving patient care through world‑leading research and innovation. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, combining city living with easy access to countryside and seaside. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we actively work towards a diverse workforce that represents the local population at all levels and design our services around the needs of individual patients and communities.
Job responsibilities For a more detailed overview of the main responsibilities of the role please refer to the attached job description.
Person Specification Knowledge and Experience
Previous NHS hospital experience or familiarity with a similar system
Previous cardiothoracic surgery experience
Previous research and audit experience
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Effective information technology skills
Competence in medical statistics
Qualifications and Training
Full GMC registration with license to practice
MRCS membership or similar basic surgical training certification
Supportive
Respectful
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure must be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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