Registrar - Orthopaedic Surgery

Woodston-Personnel-Ltd.; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodston-Personnel-Ltd. is recruiting a Registrar in Orthopaedic Surgery in Ireland. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day care of inpatients and outpatients, participate in theatre, clinics, ward rounds, and the on-call rota under supervision.

The role emphasizes trauma and elective cases, involvement in audits, CPD, teaching, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Fluency in English is required.

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.
• Fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Attend and manage patients in trauma and orthopaedic wards, ED 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.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

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

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.