Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Upper Limb or Shoulder & Elbow

Practice Plus Group; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité passionnante pour un Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon au Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre à Shepton Mallet. Vous serez responsable d'une large gamme de procédures chirurgicales sur le membre supérieur, tout en contribuant à l'excellence clinique et à la satisfaction des patients. Le poste offre un environnement moderne, sans les distractions des admissions aiguës, et favorise le développement professionnel et la formation continue.

Benefits

Pension privée avec contributions de l'employeur et de l'employé

Large éventail d'avantages en matière de bien-être et de style de vie

Horaires flexibles

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée dans la chirurgie de l'épaule et du coude.
• Engagement envers la sécurité des patients et aux résultats cliniques.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer une gamme de procédures au niveau du membre supérieur.
• Collaborer avec des collègues multidisciplinaires pour améliorer les voies cliniques.

Skills

Chirurgie orthopédique

Sécurité des patients

Travail multidisciplinaire

Compétences en communication

Education

Enregistrement GMC en chirurgie traumatologique et orthopédique

Formation de fellowship en chirurgie de l'épaule et du coude

Job description

About The Role
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ make a difference for every patient
We have an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Upper Limb or Shoulder & Elbow surgery to join our award-winning team at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Shepton Mallet.
In this role, you’ll work in a purpose-built, modern surgical centre rated Good the CQC and known for exceptional clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. You’ll contribute to a service designed around clinical excellence, low infection rates, and high-quality patient care.
You will have the freedom to focus on delivering safe, evidence-based surgery without the distractions of acute admissions or trauma rotas, while also benefiting from a supportive and forward-thinking team.
We offer a competitive salary, and we are considering candidates for substantive employment only.


What you'll be doing
As our Orthopaedic Surgeon, you will be:

• Performing a broad range of upper limb procedures, including:
  • Arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery (e.g., tendon repairs, stabilisations, decompressions)
  • Arthroscopic and open elbow surgery
  • Shoulder replacement surgery
  • Dupuytren’s contracture release
  • Trapeziectomy and minor hand procedures (e.g., carpal tunnel release)
• Providing preoperative assessment, intraoperative care, and postoperative follow-up for patients
• Ensuring all treatments meet the highest standards of safety and clinical effectiveness
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop and improve clinical pathways
• Contributing to audit, research, and the ongoing development of the service
• Participating in appraisal, revalidation, and continuing professional development activities
• Taking part in on-call rota cover (with first-line provided by Resident Medical Officers)
• Supporting the training and supervision of junior clinical staff

What we’ll look for in you
With your GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, you will also have:

• Extensive training and proven operative experience in upper limb or shoulder & elbow surgery
• Evidence of excellent clinical outcomes and a strong commitment to patient safety
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working and service development
  Flexibility, objectivity, and a commitment to delivering agreed volume and productivity targets
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management principles
• Excellent communication skills and a patient-centred approach
• Fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery – desirable
• Experience working in an independent sector surgical centre – desirable
• Evidence of teaching, presentations, or contributions to clinical research - desirable

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