Trauma & Orthopaedic Hip-Knee Surgeon | Major Trauma Centre

Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Hip & Knee Arthroplasty Surgeon to join a thriving team at Royal Preston Hospital, with cross-site coverage as needed.

You will participate in MDT meetings, contribute to developing the knee service across the Trust and be on the Major Trauma on-call rota (1:16), within a 10 PA job plan and opportunities for SPA and professional development.

Qualifications

• GMC on the Specialist Register for Trauma and Orthopaedics (or within 6 months of gaining entry onto).
• Willingness to participate in Teaching and Clinical Governance.

Responsibilities

• Join an Orthopaedic Directorate of 28 Consultants and contribute to MDT meetings.
• Develop and deliver the knee arthroplasty service across the Trust.
• Be on the On Call rota for Major Trauma (currently 1:16).
• Cover Royal Preston Hospital with potential cross-site work at Chorley & South Ribble Hospital.
• Elective and trauma components within a 10 PA framework; flexible theatre session days.
• Provide administrative time aligned with the department and SPA for revalidation.

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Hip & Knee Arthroplasty Surgeon to join a thriving team at Royal Preston Hospital, with cross-site coverage as needed.

You will participate in MDT meetings, contribute to developing the knee service across the Trust and be on the Major Trauma on-call rota (1:16), within a 10 PA job plan and opportunities for SPA and professional development.