Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon - Shoulder and Elbow
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Exciting Opportunity for a Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon to join the expanding Trauma and Orthopaedic Service at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
Role Details
The post is for shoulder and elbow surgery. There will be an expectation to perform elective and trauma surgery, and provide specialist expertise in hip and knee trauma. Fracture and elective clinics are held in Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone and peripheral hospitals. Day surgery lists and inpatient elective lists occur in Maidstone, and trauma lists at Tunbridge Wells.
There is an expectation that the successful candidate will join the existing on call rota.
About the Trust
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
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Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Flexible Working
Looking for flexible working?
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
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Benefits
Joining Us Includes a Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Lee David
Job title: Clinical Director
Email address: leedavid@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01892 635587
Consultants:
- Mr Richard Benson, Consultant Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon - richardbenson@nhs.net
- Mr David Rose, Consultant Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon - david.rose7@nhs.net
General Manager:
- Alex De-Thabrew - alex.de-thabrew@nhs.net
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