NHS Scotland
Locum Consultant in Orthopaedic Surgery
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
About the Role
The shift pattern for this post is to be confirmed.
This is a Fixed term post for 12 months.
We are seeking to appoint a Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics with a specialist interest in Lower Limb Trauma and/or foot and ankle surgery. This post will support the delivery of high-quality elective and trauma care within our busy Orthopaedic department, contributing to both inpatient and outpatient services.
The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team of consultants. This role is essential in maintaining clinical continuity in Lower Limb services and offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to service development and multidisciplinary care.
Responsibilities
The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital has an Orthopaedic Department comprising of 40 Consultants with Specialist Interests in Hip, Knee, Upper Limb, Foot and Ankle, Pelvis, Limb Reconstruction, Brachial Plexus and Spine. The Consultant will be expected to provide in-patient services at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Outpatient services are currently across the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Gartnavel General Hospital and the New Victoria ACH.
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Day surgery facilities are available at Gartnavel General Hospital and the Victoria ACH. Consultants work in teams of 3 to provide general trauma cover services. The QEUH is a designated as a Level 3 Trauma Centre and it is expected that the successful applicant will actively participate in the development of a Managed Clinical Network in Orthopaedic Trauma. The postholder will be expected to participate in the on-call rota and provide supervision to junior medical staff.
Main Duties
- Delivering high-quality care in trauma and orthopaedics, with a specialist focus on Lower Limb Trauma Surgery and/or foot and ankle surgery.
- Duties will include elective and trauma operating, outpatient clinics, and participation in the on-call rota.
- Supervision of junior medical staff.
- Involvement in clinical governance activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must have full GMC registration, a license to practice and be eligible for inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register. Those trained in the UK should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or eligibility for specialist registration (CESR) or be within 6 months of confirmed entry from the date of interview. Non-UK applicants must demonstrate equivalent training.
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Contact Information
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Bill Leach, Clinical Director
Phone: 0141 2010747
Email: Bill.leach@nhs.scot
How to Apply
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Flexible Working
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
Armed Forces Covenant
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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