Consultant Orthopaedic Paediatric Surgeon

Job summary

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge?

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a special interest in Paediatric Orthopaedics to join our vibrant and highly skilled team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class care to children with orthopaedic needs, alongside a team of talented colleagues committed to excellence in patient care, research, and education.Whether you're looking to focus solely on paediatric orthopaedics or explore a flexible role that includes adult orthopaedic care, we are open to discussing a tailored job plan to suit your aspirations.At North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact, lead multidisciplinary teams, and be part of a forward-thinking department that's shaping the future of paediatric orthopaedics.

The Successful Candidate will have:o Fellowship training in Paediatric Orthopaedics with extensive experience in managing a broad range of paediatric conditions.o Strong leadership skills with the ability to integrate into a cohesive and highly collaborative team.o A commitment to high standards of clinical practice, research, and teaching.

If you are a passionate and dedicated Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon seeking an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to a thriving service, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties include:

o Deliver outpatient clinics for paediatric orthopaedics, including a clubfoot clinic, with the opportunity to collaborate with specialist physiotherapists in performing tenotomies.o Conduct 2 elective operating lists per week, with dual consultant operating for complex cases such as hip reconstructions and multilevel surgeries for children with cerebral palsy.o Manage post-operative care through a dedicated paediatric HDU and collaborate closely with paediatric anaesthetists, who are skilled in anaesthetising children from 4 weeks of age.o Participate in virtual fracture clinics, offering prompt and efficient care through instant access to paediatric physiotherapy.

Other Key Responsibilities include:o Participate in the general on-call rota (1 in 10 for weeks and 1 in 20 for weekends), providing expertise for paediatric and adult orthopaedic emergencies.o Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating excellent teamwork skills.o Participate in departmental activities, including audits, clinical governance, research, and teaching.o Work alongside colleagues in providing paediatric fracture clinics, elective surgeries, and specialist clinics such as clubfoot, neuro-orthopaedics, and hip reconstructions.o Attend multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases with community paediatricians and physiotherapists

About us

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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