Upper Limb locum Consultant

Job summary

This is a fulltime post for a fixed term of 12 months, the successful applicant 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 10 PAs and includes being on call (1 in 12 weekdays and 1 in 10 for weekends) for General Orthopaedic Trauma. The post holder will be an orthopaedic surgeon with Shoulder surgery as subspecialist interest. The post is predominately based at Yeovil District Hospital but the appointee must be prepared to work flexibly off site, in alternative units such as community hospitals in Somerset.

Main duties of the job

To provide 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.

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.

To provide a full range of elective and trauma shoulder surgery using both day surgery and in-patient operating lists.

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.

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.