Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

NHS; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shepton Mallet seeks a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon to deliver high-quality elective orthopaedic care. The role includes performing joint replacements and a variety of minor procedures with minimal on-call responsibility. Candidates must have GMC Specialist Registration and significant experience in hip and knee surgeries. This position offers competitive pay and various wellbeing benefits.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Extensive wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Private Pension with contributions from employer

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-volume experience in hip/knee replacements and arthroscopic procedures.
• Strong clinical outcomes backed by NJR or equivalent data.
• Excellent theatre efficiency and patient care record.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of elective orthopaedic procedures, including primary hip and knee replacements.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
• Participate in audit, clinical governance, service improvement, and teaching.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Evidence-based practice

Flexibility

Education

GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma and Orthopaedics

Job description

Were looking for an experienced and highly skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our dedicated team at the Shepton Mallet NHS Treatment Centre. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality elective orthopaedic care in a modern, purpose-built hospital rated Good by the CQC and known for outstanding patient outcomes.

Youll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering specialist care, with a particular focus on joint replacements (hip and knee), arthroscopic knee surgery, and a variety of minor orthopaedic procedures. With first-line cover provided by RMOs, the on-call responsibility is minimal and shared on a rota with orthopaedic colleagues.

Main duties of the job

As our Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, you will be:

• Perform a wide range of elective orthopaedic procedures, including:
• Primary hip and knee replacements
• Knee arthroscopy and carpal tunnel release
• Joint injections and aspirations
• Additional minor procedures based on your expertise
• Deliver exceptional care across the patient pathway preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care
• Support and supervise junior clinical staff
• Participate in audit, clinical governance, service improvement, and teaching
• Engage in continuing professional development and actively contribute to departmental meetings and strategic planning

About us

With your GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma and Orthopaedics, you will also have:

• Demonstrated high-volume experience (e.g., 250+ primary hip/knee replacements or 500+ arthroscopic procedures over 3 years)
• Strong clinical outcomes backed by NJR or equivalent data
• Excellent theatre efficiency and patient care record
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, and patient satisfaction
• Flexibility and dedication to meet productivity and service targets

What you can expect in return;

• Competitive rate of pay
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Private Pension with employer and employee contributions
• Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
• The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions [e-mail] our friendly resourcing team or call07970915238

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma and Orthopaedics
• Demonstrated high-volume experience (e.g., 250+ primary hip/knee replacements or 500+ arthroscopic procedures over 3 years)
• Strong clinical outcomes backed by NJR or equivalent data
• Excellent theatre efficiency and patient care record
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, and patient satisfaction
• Flexibility and dedication to meet productivity and service targets

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.

Depending on experienceDependent on experience and qualifications