Locum Consultant T&O

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Dafen; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board invites applications for a consultant in elective orthopaedics to help deliver sustainable services for South West Wales. The post offers an opportunity to work within a regional model that emphasises patient‑centred care and collaboration across boundaries.

The successful candidate will contribute to service development, governance, teaching and quality improvement activities while supporting a positive lifestyle in Wales.

Qualifications

• Excellent clinical and surgical capabilities are essential.
• Commitment to patient-centred care across care pathways.
• Ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to service development, governance and teaching.
• Lead quality improvement activities within elective orthopaedics.
• Support sustainable regional orthopaedic services for South West Wales.

Skills

Clinical skills

Surgical skills

Patient-centred care

Cross-organisational collaboration

Job description

We are looking for an individual with excellent clinical and surgical skills, a commitment to patient‑centred care, and the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries. The successful applicant will contribute to service development, governance, teaching and quality improvement activities while helping to deliver sustainable elective orthopaedic services for the population of South West Wales. This post offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative regional model at a time of significant service transformation, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in South West Wales. For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy. Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full. Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are
patient‑centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy: Hywel Dda 3 Counties -https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY Lifestyle in Wales -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s Virtual Tour - https://youtu.be/Y4JGdD6EHjE