Locum Consultant Spinal Surgeon
The closing date is 13 March 2026
We are looking for a full time Locum Consultant in Adult Spinal Surgery. The appointee will be expected to provide advice and expertise through the full range of adult spinal disorders, both elective and emergency.
The contract for this is whole time - 10 PAs.
In line with NHS guidelines on NHS Locum appointments there will be an initial term of 6 months with a further 6 months available to make a term of 12 months, for Locum Consultant in Adult Spinal Surgery. This role is required to ensure the capacity is available to meet the needs of long waiting patients. The Spinal Surgery department sits within the Specialist Directorate of RJAH.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a full time Locum Consultant in Adult Spinal Surgery. The appointee will be expected to provide advice and expertise through the full range of adult spinal disorders, both elective and emergency.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role. We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham. The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line. We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job responsibilities
The Trust is committed to having measures in place that new consultant appointments are on a similar footing to other consultants within their department.
The Trust has the required arrangements in place to ensure that all surgeons have an annual with a trained appraiser and supports surgeons going through the revalidation process.
The appointee is expected to be responsible to the Lead Clinician and Service Manager for the effective and efficient use of resources under his/her control, to contribute to the planning and development of the service and to participate in directorate/departmental meetings.
Person Specification
Professional training and qualifications
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Trauma and Orthopaedics or Neurosurgery via: -CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview. -CESR or -European Community Rights
* FRCS (Tr&Orth) (or Equivalent).
* PhD or MD
Experience
* Complex spinal fellowship.
* Experience in all aspects of adult degenerative surgery.
* Ability to perform and exposure to Advanced surgical techniques related to Adult Spinal Surgery.
* Spinal elective and on call experience at a Consultant Level.
Clinical Audit
* Understanding of principles of audit.
Teaching
* Evidence of strong commitment to training and support of junior colleagues.
* Formal Teaching Qualification.
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.
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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