Job summary
We are seeking a full time Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics with a specialist in Trauma and Hip Arthroplasty.
You will be expected to work closely with the existing 22 Orthopaedic Surgeons (15 T&O and 7 spinal surgeons) to provide a comprehensive Trauma and Orthopaedic Service for the population of Somerset.
The post attracts a total of 11 PAs and includes being on call, for 1 in 12 weekdays and 1 in 10 for weekends, for General Orthopaedic Trauma.
The post is predominately based and Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, but the appointee must be prepared to work flexibly off site, in alternative units such as community hospitals in Somerset, Exeter SWAOC, Yeovil and the Taunton Nuffield Hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will be an orthopaedic surgeon with Hip and trauma surgery as subspecialist interest. You should have experience in:
- Orthopaedics and Trauma Services
- Special Interest and Expertise
- Education and Research
- Clinical Audit
- Administration
- Management
- Appraisal/Revalidation
- MDT
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the role and the persons specification.The Appointee will be expected to perform the following duties:
Orthopaedics and Trauma Services
1.To provide, to a high standard, the full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to inpatients, day case patients and outpatients who need elective Orthopaedic services, as outlined in the proposed programme (see page 10).
2.To participate on 1:12 weekdays and 1:10 weekends general trauma rota, to carry out a post take ward round of all emergency admissions when on call, lead the post take morning trauma meetings and to provide appropriate follow up in fracture clinics along with new fracture clinic referrals.
Special Interest and Expertise
The post holder will be expected to provide a full range of elective Hip and trauma surgery using both day surgery and in-patient operating lists. The post holder should fellowship trained in hip arthroplasty and Trauma.
Education and Research
To contribute to the academic life of the Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma continuing the excellent heritage of teaching junior medical staff, medical students and Departmental staff. Undertaking and promoting research initiatives within the Department is actively encouraged with on-site support from the hospitals research and development unit.
Clinical Audit
To participate actively in the Department's Clinical Audit programme and contribute to the development of Clinical Quality and reporting at the monthly clinical audit meetings.
Administration
To undertake all necessary administration duties associated with the care of his/her patients. The post holder should work towards implementing Electronic Patient and paperless records, with prompt signing of clinical letters and results on Electronic Patient Record systems.
Management
To be responsible to the Clinical lead for Trauma & Orthopaedics for the effective and efficient use of resources under his/her control.
To contribute to planning the development of Orthopaedics and Trauma Services.
To contribute to main Departmental meetings.
Appraisal/Revalidation
To participate in all required annual updates and mandatory training
To undergo annual appraisal and participate in the revalidation processes as stipulated by the General Medical Council
MDT
To participate in and develop the MDT including utilising cross site expertise and involvement for example with Yeovil District Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the role and the persons specification.The Appointee will be expected to perform the following duties:
Orthopaedics and Trauma Services
1.To provide, to a high standard, the full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to inpatients, day case patients and outpatients who need elective Orthopaedic services, as outlined in the proposed programme (see page 10).
2.To participate on 1:12 weekdays and 1:10 weekends general trauma rota, to carry out a post take ward round of all emergency admissions when on call, lead the post take morning trauma meetings and to provide appropriate follow up in fracture clinics along with new fracture clinic referrals.
Special Interest and Expertise
The post holder will be expected to provide a full range of elective Hip and trauma surgery using both day surgery and in-patient operating lists. The post holder should fellowship trained in hip arthroplasty and Trauma.
Education and Research
To contribute to the academic life of the Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma continuing the excellent heritage of teaching junior medical staff, medical students and Departmental staff. Undertaking and promoting research initiatives within the Department is actively encouraged with on-site support from the hospitals research and development unit.
Clinical Audit
To participate actively in the Department's Clinical Audit programme and contribute to the development of Clinical Quality and reporting at the monthly clinical audit meetings.
Administration
To undertake all necessary administration duties associated with the care of his/her patients. The post holder should work towards implementing Electronic Patient and paperless records, with prompt signing of clinical letters and results on Electronic Patient Record systems.
Management
To be responsible to the Clinical lead for Trauma & Orthopaedics for the effective and efficient use of resources under his/her control.
To contribute to planning the development of Orthopaedics and Trauma Services.
To contribute to main Departmental meetings.
Appraisal/Revalidation
To participate in all required annual updates and mandatory training
To undergo annual appraisal and participate in the revalidation processes as stipulated by the General Medical Council
MDT
To participate in and develop the MDT including utilising cross site expertise and involvement for example with Yeovil District Hospital.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via, CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview date), CESR or European Community Rights
- An appropriate equivalent orthopaedic surgical qualification.
Desirable
- Fellowship trained in Hip arthroplasty and Trauma
Experience
Essential
- Broad trauma and orthopaedic training with evidence of recent experience of all aspects of up-to-date trauma management
- Subspecialty interest in Shoulder surgery with evidence of advanced fellowship training
Desirable
- Evidence of unsupervised surgical experience in Hip and trauma surgery.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- CLINICAL SKILLS:
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
- Ability to mentor staff both medical and nursing
- TEACHING:
- Evidence of teaching,
- Well experienced in postgraduate, particularly multidisciplinary, teaching and training
Desirable
- CLINCAL SKILLS:
- Experience of clinical risk management
- TEACHING:
- Enthusiasm for teaching
- Exposure to different groups/teaching methods
- Higher qualification in medical education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via, CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview date), CESR or European Community Rights
- An appropriate equivalent orthopaedic surgical qualification.
Desirable
- Fellowship trained in Hip arthroplasty and Trauma
Experience
Essential
- Broad trauma and orthopaedic training with evidence of recent experience of all aspects of up-to-date trauma management
- Subspecialty interest in Shoulder surgery with evidence of advanced fellowship training
Desirable
- Evidence of unsupervised surgical experience in Hip and trauma surgery.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- CLINICAL SKILLS:
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
- Ability to mentor staff both medical and nursing
- TEACHING:
- Evidence of teaching,
- Well experienced in postgraduate, particularly multidisciplinary, teaching and training
Desirable
- CLINCAL SKILLS:
- Experience of clinical risk management
- TEACHING:
- Enthusiasm for teaching
- Exposure to different groups/teaching methods
- Higher qualification in medical education
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
