Consultant in Upper Limb

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: T&O Upper Limb Consultant

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

You will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of experienced trauma and orthopaedic consultants, committed to providing exemplary patient-centred care to both local and regional populations. This substantive post offers the opportunity to lead and further develop the upper limb service, encompassing comprehensive management of upper limb trauma, elbow arthoplasty across trauma pathways and electively as capacity allows.

Responsibilities will include the assessment, surgical intervention, and ongoing management of complex upper limb trauma and elective cases, utilising the latest techniques and evidence-based practices. You will be expected to participate in the trauma rota, contribute to major trauma on-call activity, and demonstrate substantial experience in trauma operating. Collaboration with allied health professionals, participation in audit and clinical governance, and involvement in teaching and research are integral aspects of this role.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

UHS MTC are seeking to recruit a fellowship‑trained Orthopaedic Surgeon who is ready to lead and further develop services within the department. You will join an established team of specialist trauma and orthopaedic consultants delivering high‑quality care to both local and regional populations. This post encompasses the full spectrum of upper limb trauma surgery including hand, wrist and shoulder with special interest in elbow. Elbow arthroplasty is an essential skill requirement. Elective scope of practice in hand, wrist and elbow will be available dependent on theatre capacity and subspeciality requirements. Experience in trauma operating including Major Trauma and participation in on‑call activity is essential for this role.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Proposed interview date: 11th June 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 18th May 2026

Person specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential criteria

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a license to practice Success in Intercollegiate specialty examination (FRCS Tr & Orth) or overseas equivalent Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT Experience of supervising Foundation Doctors and Specialty Trainees Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Ability to organize and manage out-patient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists

Desirable criteria

Fellowship training in Upper limb surgery Fellowship training or experience in Elbow arthroplasty Consultant experience Major trauma experience Demonstrable experience of active and widespread audit participation Experience of supervising SpRs Ability to supervise postgraduate research Publications in journals Presentations at National level

Aptitudes and skills

Essential criteria

Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Demonstrable commitment to continuing personal medical education Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Living Trust Values

Essential criteria

Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together