Registrar - Orthopaedic Surgery

Woodston Personnel Ltd.; Connacht; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodston Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Registrar in Orthopaedic Surgery to oversee day-to-day care of orthopaedic inpatients and outpatients in Ireland’s Connacht region. The role includes participation in theatre, clinics, ward rounds, and an on-call rota under consultant supervision.

The candidate will engage in weekly teaching, CPD, audits, and research while supervising junior doctors and students. Experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics and BST is desirable; fluent English is essential.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognised institution.
• Full registration or eligibility for registration with the Irish Medical Council.
• Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience, including at least 12 months in Trauma & Orthopaedics.
• Completion of Basic Surgical Training (BST) or equivalent preferred.
• Fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Attend and manage orthopaedic inpatients and outpatients, including trauma cases.
• Participate in theatre, clinics, ward rounds and on-call rota.
• Engage in daily meetings, multidisciplinary discussions and CPD activities.
• Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records, including operative notes and discharge summaries.
• Supervise and support junior doctors and medical students.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Clinical judgment

Education

Medical degree

Full registration with Irish Medical Council

BST or equivalent training preferred

English proficiency

Job description

Our client is looking for a Registrar in Orthopaedic Surgery. Successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day care of orthopaedic inpatients and outpatients, with a focus on both elective and emergency cases. The role involves participation in theatre, clinics, ward rounds, and the on call rota, under the supervision of consultant orthopaedic surgeons.

Clinical Duties

• Attend and manage patients in trauma and orthopaedic wards, emergency department referrals, and outpatients.

• Participate in daily meetings, ward rounds, and multidisciplinary team discussions.

• Perform and assist in surgical procedures in theatre under supervision.

• Manage acute cases in collaboration with the orthopaedic team and ED staff.

• Document patient care accurately in medical records, including operative notes and discharge summaries.

• Participate in the orthopaedic on-call rota, including nights and weekends.

Education and Training

• Participate in weekly teaching sessions, journal clubs, and departmental audits.

• Engage in continued professional development (CPD) and maintain logbooks of procedures.

• Supervise and support junior doctors and medical students.

Audit and Research

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and research initiatives within the department.

• Present findings at departmental meetings and national/international conferences when appropriate.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Medical degree from a recognised institution.

• Full registration or eligibility for registration with the Irish Medical Council.

• Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience, including at least 12 months in Trauma & Orthopaedics.

• Completion of Basic Surgical Training (BST) or equivalent preferred.

• Fluent English

Key Competencies

• Excellent clinical knowledge and surgical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

• Time management, decision-making, and leadership abilities.

• Commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice

Desirable

• MRCS or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

• Experience in audit, teaching, or research.

• Interest in pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery.