Locum Consultant in Orthopaedics (Knee Surgeon)

NHS

  • Kingston upon Thames
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
We have an exciting opportunity available to join the complement of Consultants based within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Service at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust.
  • Locum Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon - Soft tissue and knee arthroplasty.
As a fixed term position, we are seeking candidates who are prepared to work flexibly and will increase the skill mix within the service. Candidates must be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge and experience of treating sub specialty conditions both electively and trauma, as well as demonstrating broad experience in general trauma.Main duties of the jobLocum Knee position - The successful applicant will be fellowship trained in soft tissue knee surgery and have skills ranging from meniscal preservation, multi-ligament reconstruction and osteotomy. Arthroplasty experience including partial knee arthroplasty and revision knee arthroplasty are desirable. The unit takes part in multi centered randomized controlled trials and further research is encouraged. Regular soft tissue knee and revision knee MDTs take place and engagement is required.Locum Upper limb position - The successful applicant will be fellowship trained in upper limb elective and trauma surgery. Experience of shoulder and elbow arthroplasty for trauma is desirable. Experience and expertise in management of complex upper limb trauma is essential. The successful applicant will have had experience in their fellowship and postgraduatetraining in the management of shoulder, elbow and hand pathologies. The successful candidate will integrate into the upper limb department with regular MDTs.About usThe successful applicants will form part of the fixed 1:10 on call consultant rota and deliver outpatient services onsite with and outreach locations. Elective operating will be delivered both at the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC), and on site at Kingston Hospital to support our increasing shoulder and knee emergency demand.The orthopaedic consultant team value strong team work and the successful applicants will be joining a team of 13 orthopaedic consultants. There is a very well-established multi-disciplinary team, both in outpatients and on Cambridge Ward. The post holder will be expected to work pro-actively in the efficient day to day running of this busy unit and to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum, pro rataContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number396-2815-MSJob locationsKingston Hospital Foundation TrustGalsworthy RoadKingston upon ThamesKT2 7QBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesCandidates must have FRCS or equivalent. All applicants should be fully registered with GMC, hold a licensed to practice, be fellowship trained post CCT.Interview date 9-Oct-2025. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesCandidates must have FRCS or equivalent. All applicants should be fully registered with GMC, hold a licensed to practice, be fellowship trained post CCT.Interview date 9-Oct-2025.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Full GMC Registration
  • FRCS or evidence of equivalent training and experience.
  • CCT or DATE within 6 months or eligible for entry on GMC's Specialist Register.
Desirable
  • Higher degree
Clinical ExperienceEssential
  • Motivated to ensure the achievements of defined targets.
  • Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates.
  • Excellent Clinical Skills.
  • Proven abilities in Day Surgery
  • Skills in Soft Tissue Knee and Knee Arthroplasty Surgery.
  • Fellowship trained.
Desirable
  • Have completed a 'Teach the Trainers' course.
  • Management Training
  • Management, Leadership and Initiative skills.
  • Osteotomy Experience.
Specific Additional SkillsEssential
  • Experience of clinical supervision.
Desirable
  • Educational supervisor's course and/or accreditation
Management SkillsEssential
  • Evidence of effective leadership e.g. quality improvement projects, service improvement.
Desirable
  • Attended management training course.
  • Knowledge of finance / budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and ResearchEssential
  • Demonstrable commitment, enthusiasm, and ability to teach and train
  • Effective teaching and presentation skills
  • Experience of clinical audit.
  • Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
  • Formal teaching certificate or qualification.
Personal QualitiesEssential
  • Commitment to providing compassionate patient care and excellent patient experience.
  • Approachable.
  • Effective leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Relational ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of individuals from many agencies.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance.
  • Innovative, positive attitude
  • Enthusiasm.
  • Good record of attendance.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Full GMC Registration
  • FRCS or evidence of equivalent training and experience.
  • CCT or DATE within 6 months or eligible for entry on GMC's Specialist Register.
Desirable
  • Higher degree
Clinical ExperienceEssential
  • Motivated to ensure the achievements of defined targets.
  • Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates.
  • Excellent Clinical Skills.
  • Proven abilities in Day Surgery
  • Skills in Soft Tissue Knee and Knee Arthroplasty Surgery.
  • Fellowship trained.
Desirable
  • Have completed a 'Teach the Trainers' course.
  • Management Training
  • Management, Leadership and Initiative skills.
  • Osteotomy Experience.
Specific Additional SkillsEssential
  • Experience of clinical supervision.
Desirable
  • Educational supervisor's course and/or accreditation
Management SkillsEssential
  • Evidence of effective leadership e.g. quality improvement projects, service improvement.
Desirable
  • Attended management training course.
  • Knowledge of finance / budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and ResearchEssential
  • Demonstrable commitment, enthusiasm, and ability to teach and train
  • Effective teaching and presentation skills
  • Experience of clinical audit.
  • Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
  • Formal teaching certificate or qualification.
Personal QualitiesEssential
  • Commitment to providing compassionate patient care and excellent patient experience.
  • Approachable.
  • Effective leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Relational ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of individuals from many agencies.
  • Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance.
  • Innovative, positive attitude
  • Enthusiasm.
  • Good record of attendance.

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