Consultant T&O – Pelvic and Acetabular Trauma

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brighton seeks a Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery. The role involves managing polytrauma, complex pelvic and acetabular fractures, and participating in a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a FRCS or equivalent, a minimum of 6 months fellowship in pelvic and acetabular trauma, and be passionate about teaching and multidisciplinary teamwork. This position offers a chance to work at esteemed facilities in a progressive healthcare setting.

Benefits

Wellbeing Programme

Flexible working options

Teaching and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months fellowship experience in pelvic and acetabular trauma.
• Experience in revision hip arthroplasty.
• Evidence of managerial skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage polytrauma and general adult trauma procedures.
• Participate in on-call trauma cover.
• Undertake administrative duties associated with patient care.

Skills

Clinical skills in trauma management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Teaching commitment

Education

FRCS or equivalent

Specialist registration with GMC

Job description

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Consultant T&O – Pelvic and Acetabular Trauma, Brighton

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Client:

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job overview

Applications are invited for a Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery with an interest in Pelvic and Acetabular trauma. The appointed candidate is expected to manage polytrauma and general adult trauma procedures at the Major Trauma Centre RSCH (Royal Sussex County Hospital), PRH (Princess Royal Hospital), and tertiary elective unit, Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre (SOTC) It is essential that they are able to treat all complex pelvic and acetabular fractures, elderly fragility fractures and have experience in primary and revision arthroplasty.

The on-call responsibility for this post will include participation in trauma cover during the week and a 1 in 16 polytrauma on call at the Major Trauma Centre (MTC) and 1 in 8 weekend cover of the fragility fracture list at PRH

The post holder will join the team of trauma and pelvic and acetabular surgeons and will be expected to undertake an array of trauma, elective and reconstructive procedures. They will form part of the trauma and arthroplasty MDT’s where there is the opportunity for discussing complex cases and concomitant learning opportunity

Main duties of the job

• Undertaking administrative duties associated with patient care.
• Work and support all members of the clinical team in theatres, clinics and wards.
• Day to day management of patients, liaison with trauma nurse practitioners and participation in meetings.
• Undertake and be up to date with mandatory training.
• Observe the rules and policies together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
• Ensure to maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
On Call Commitment: This includes participation in the trauma on call cover weekdays at the RSCH MTC site with off-site cover when on call and PRH NOF on call rota weekends (3% Category A ).

During the ward round week, after the ward round is complete (no afternoon session booked) there is no off site cover required.
The current job plan is provisional and the workload is spread across the 2 sites that covers the East side of UHS. The job should not require travel between the 2 sites on a given day.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The appointed candidate is expected to manage polytrauma and general adult trauma procedures at RSCH (Royal Sussex County Hospital) and PRH (Princess Royal Hospital). It is essential that they are able to treat all complex pelvic and acetabular fractures, elderly fragility fractures and have experience in primary and revision arthroplasty.

The on-call responsibility for this post will include participation in trauma cover during the week and a 1 in 16 polytrauma on call at the Major Trauma Centre (MTC) and 1 in 8 weekend cover of the fragility fracture list at PRH

The post holder will join the team of trauma and pelvic and acetabular surgeons and will be expected to undertake an array of trauma, elective and reconstructive procedures. They will form part of the trauma and arthroplasty MDT’s where there is the opportunity for discussing complex case and concomitant learning opportunity.

Elective surgery is undertaken at the SOTC which is a wave 1 accredited HVLC Hub.

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

• • FRCS or its recognised equivalent
• • Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. • If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Trauma and Orthopaedics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. • If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Clinical Skills and Experience

• • Minimum of 6 months fellowship experience dedicated in pelvic and acetabular trauma
• • Minimum of 6 months fellowship in allied subspeciality – trauma or hip arthroplasty
• • Fellowship experience in young adult hip preservation
• • Fellowship experience in revision hip arthroplasty

Knowledge

• • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

• • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
• • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

• • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• • Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

• • Evidence of participation in audit
• • Prizes and honours
• • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

• • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Important information for applicants:

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