Job summary
We are looking to appoint a substantive Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in shoulder and upper limb surgery. You will be joining a Royal Free London wide orthopaedic department with a large body of consultant surgeons. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our existing dynamic and skilled trauma and orthopaedic consultant team. The successful candidate may be expected to work across the trust's main sites (Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust, Chase Farm Hospital and Barnet General Hospital) with the base site and main trauma activity occurring on the Barnet Hospital site.
Main duties of the job
The post is a full-time Consultant post in Orthopaedics. The on-call commitment will be based at the Barnet General Hospital with the majority of elective sessions carried out at the Chase Farm Elective Orthopaedic Centre. Trauma theatre sessions will be undertaken at both the Royal Free and Barnet General Hospitals, with regular clinics likely to be undertaken at two of the three sites.The postholder will not be required to attend multiple sites on one given day.
Applicants should possess full GMC registration, and either be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of receiving their Certificate of Completion of Training
About us
Embarking on a professional journey with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust promises an enriching career experience.
As a pioneering institution at the forefront of healthcare excellence, we offer a dynamic environment characterised by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patient wellbeing.
You will become part of a team dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing cutting-edge technology, and continuously enhancing the delivery of world-class healthcare services.
With a focus on professional development, work-life balance, and a culture of inclusivity, the trust provides a platform for you to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are very pleased to invite applications for a full time consultant trauma and
orthopaedic Surgeon at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust with a
subspecialty interest in shoulder and upper limb surgery. The successful candidate may
be expected to work across the trusts main sites (Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital
and Royal Free Hospital), but the base site and trauma activity will be on the Barnet
Hospital site.
This post will join and complement the existing group of orthopaedic surgeons who have
a wide range of interests in elective surgery and orthopaedic trauma and aim to expand
and develop these services.
We are seeking to appoint a trauma and orthopaedic surgeon with a sub specialist
interest in shoulder and upper limb surgery. The successful candidate will become part of
the 24 consultant orthopaedic surgical team. The on call commitment will be carried out
at Barnet Hospital. The majority of the elective work will be carried out on the Chase
Farm Hospital site.
We hope that the individual will play an active role in helping to expand the upper limb
service at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 6 years experience in T&O surgery
- Fellowship experience in subspecialty interest and Trauma or equivalent
Desirable
- Previous consultant experience in subspecialty interest
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via CCT (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview), or CESR or European community rights
- Appropriate higher orthopaedic surgical qualification
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Management experience
- Teaching at graduate and undergraduate level
- Experience in Research
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
Others
Desirable
- Pg Cert MedEd or Equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Barnet
Wellhouse Lane, Barnet
EN5 3DJ