Consultant in Orthopaedics (Knee Surgeon)
We have an exciting opportunity available to join the complement of Consultants based within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Service at Kingston NHS Foundation Trust.
Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity available to join the complement of Consultants based within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Service at Kingston NHS Foundation Trust. This new substantive post is full time and is required to support an increase in both our elective and non-elective demand.
The successful applicant will form part of the fixed 1:10 on call consultant rota, delivering outpatient services both onsite and outreaching into community locations. Weekly operating lists are delivered both onsite and at the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
Main duties of the job
* The successful applicant will be an excellent team player, joining a team of 12 orthopaedic consultants and a well-established multi-disciplinary team.
* He/ She will be expected to work pro-actively in the efficient day-to-day running of this busy unit, with a commitment to developing and improving patient care for the future.
We have recently gone live with our Fracture Liaison Service, working with our community partners promoting healthy bones and fracture prevention.
About Us
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of four partners delivering arthroplasty services at South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, and the post holder will have weekly sessions allocated to operate there within their job plan.
This is a full time post and attracts 10 Programmed Activities per week, with the successful candidates being given the opportunity to discuss taking on further PA's upon appointment.
Details
* Date posted: 18 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum, pro rata
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 12 months
* Working pattern: Full-time
Job Description
Candidates must have FRCS or equivalent. All applicants should be fully registered with GMC, hold a licensed to practice, be fellowship trained post CCT and preferably have experience in knee osteotomy.
Interviews will take place in November 2025 and we aim to commence this appointment in January 2026.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration
* FRCS or evidence of equivalent training and experience.
* CCT or DATE within 6 months or eligible for entry on GMC's Specialist Register.
Clinical Experience
* Motivated to ensure the achievements of defined targets.
* Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates.
* Excellent Clinical Skills.
* Proven abilities in Day Surgery
* Skills in Soft Tissue Knee and Knee Arthroplasty Surgery.
* Fellowship trained.
Management Skills
* Evidence of effective leadership e.g. quality improvement projects, service improvement.
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
* Demonstrable commitment, enthusiasm, and ability to teach and train
* Effective teaching and presentation skills
* Experience of clinical audit.
* Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Personal Qualities
* Commitment to providing compassionate patient care and excellent patient experience.
* Approachable.
* Effective leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
* Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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