Job summary
We are pleased to to recruit a post of Locum Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in Complex Trauma with an interest in Primary Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, based at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.
The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the management of complex orthopaedic trauma, including major trauma cases, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality primary hip and knee arthroplasty service. The post-holder will participate fully in the consultant on-call rota and support the continued development of trauma and elective services within the department.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will contribute to thetraining, supervision, and mentorship of junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals, and to provide expert advice and support to consultant colleagues.
The Trauma and Orthopaedics Department at UHCW has experienced a sustained increase in both trauma workload and elective referrals. In order to meet service demands, maintain compliance with national targets including the 18-week referral-to-treatment pathway, and support ambulatory and major trauma pathways, the Trust is seeking to strengthen its consultant workforce.
This post offers an excellent opportunity to work within a busy tertiary centre, contributing to both trauma and elective orthopaedic services, while supporting innovation, service development, and high standards of patient care.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full responsibilities of the role are detailed within the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Visits to the department are available on request and recommended.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full responsibilities of the role are detailed within the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Visits to the department are available on request and recommended.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Professional Training
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification
- FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) or equivalent
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Completion of a recognised Fellowship in Lower Limb Surgery with a focus on Hip and Knee Arthroplasty and complex trauma.
Desirable
- ATLS or equivalent certification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Fellowship-level training and demonstrable experience in primary hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Significant experience in orthopaedic trauma, including management of: oPeri-prosthetic fractures oComplex fractures oGeneral trauma workload
- Ability to contribute safely and independently to the general trauma service
- Experience and enthusiasm for undergraduate and postgraduate medical education
- Sound understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality assurance
- Competence in the use of information technology systems relevant to clinical practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Broad-based clinical expertise across both elective and emergency orthopaedics
- Appropriate level of senior clinical experience, equivalent to Consultant or Senior Registrar grade
- Substantial operative experience in orthopaedic trauma surgery, including complex case management
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary consultant team
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in service development or service improvement initiatives
- Experience in leading or contributing to a Neck of Femur (NOF) service
- Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and implement new clinical pathways or services
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of clinical leadership and management within an NHS setting
- Ability to manage, supervise, and lead a multidisciplinary clinical team
Desirable
- Completion of relevant management or leadership courses
- Experience contributing to rota management, job planning, or departmental administration
Audit, Research and Publications
Essential
- Experience in conducting and participating in clinical audit
- Awareness of and commitment to evidence-based clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience in leading or organising audit projects
- Participation in relevant research activities
- Authorship or co-authorship of peer-reviewed publications
Person Specification
Qualifications & Professional Training
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification
- FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) or equivalent
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Completion of a recognised Fellowship in Lower Limb Surgery with a focus on Hip and Knee Arthroplasty and complex trauma.
Desirable
- ATLS or equivalent certification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Fellowship-level training and demonstrable experience in primary hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Significant experience in orthopaedic trauma, including management of: oPeri-prosthetic fractures oComplex fractures oGeneral trauma workload
- Ability to contribute safely and independently to the general trauma service
- Experience and enthusiasm for undergraduate and postgraduate medical education
- Sound understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality assurance
- Competence in the use of information technology systems relevant to clinical practice
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Broad-based clinical expertise across both elective and emergency orthopaedics
- Appropriate level of senior clinical experience, equivalent to Consultant or Senior Registrar grade
- Substantial operative experience in orthopaedic trauma surgery, including complex case management
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary consultant team
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in service development or service improvement initiatives
- Experience in leading or contributing to a Neck of Femur (NOF) service
- Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and implement new clinical pathways or services
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the importance of clinical leadership and management within an NHS setting
- Ability to manage, supervise, and lead a multidisciplinary clinical team
Desirable
- Completion of relevant management or leadership courses
- Experience contributing to rota management, job planning, or departmental administration
Audit, Research and Publications
Essential
- Experience in conducting and participating in clinical audit
- Awareness of and commitment to evidence-based clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience in leading or organising audit projects
- Participation in relevant research activities
- Authorship or co-authorship of peer-reviewed publications
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
