Overview
Fixed term - Trust locum Consultant. Applications are invited for a full time Lower Limb and Revision Hip Consultant in Trauma & Orthopaedics, on a 10-11PA basis. This post is to join the existing Consultant Orthopaedic team based across two DGH sites at Hastings and Eastbourne.
Responsibilities
* Support the surgical needs of elective and trauma patients.
* Lead the multidisciplinary team based on the trauma wards to enhance the quality and recovery of patients following trauma episodes.
Qualifications
* Applicants are required to be on the GMC register.
* Specialist in Lower Limb and Revision Hip Orthopaedics; Tra trauma & Orthopaedics experience expected.
* Full-time consultant appointment (locum/ fixed term) as described.
About the Trust and Benefits
The East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT) provides a comprehensive service in orthopaedic specialties for the surrounding districts of Hastings and Eastbourne. The post is supported by staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Additional Information
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. The orthopaedic department has long standing links with GKT Medical School in London and Brighton Medical School; orthopaedic trauma has been centralised on the Hastings site with elective surgery continuing on both sites. The advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025.
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