About The Role
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We have an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Upper Limb or Shoulder & Elbow surgery to join our award-winning team at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Shepton Mallet.
In this role, you’ll work in a purpose-built, modern surgical centre rated Good the CQC and known for exceptional clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. You’ll contribute to a service designed around clinical excellence, low infection rates, and high-quality patient care.
You will have the freedom to focus on delivering safe, evidence-based surgery without the distractions of acute admissions or trauma rotas, while also benefiting from a supportive and forward-thinking team.
We offer a competitive salary, and we are considering candidates for substantive employment only.
What you'll be doing
As our Orthopaedic Surgeon, you will be:
* Performing a broad range of upper limb procedures, including:
o Arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery (e.g., tendon repairs, stabilisations, decompressions)
o Arthroscopic and open elbow surgery
o Shoulder replacement surgery
o Dupuytren’s contracture release
o Trapeziectomy and minor hand procedures (e.g., carpal tunnel release)
* Providing preoperative assessment, intraoperative care, and postoperative follow-up for patients
* Ensuring all treatments meet the highest standards of safety and clinical effectiveness
* Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop and improve clinical pathways
* Contributing to audit, research, and the ongoing development of the service
* Participating in appraisal, revalidation, and continuing professional development activities
* Taking part in on-call rota cover (with first-line provided by Resident Medical Officers)
* Supporting the training and supervision of junior clinical staff
What we’ll look for in you
With your GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, you will also have:
* Extensive training and proven operative experience in upper limb or shoulder & elbow surgery
* Evidence of excellent clinical outcomes and a strong commitment to patient safety
* A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working and service development
Flexibility, objectivity, and a commitment to delivering agreed volume and productivity targets
* Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management principles
* Excellent communication skills and a patient-centred approach
* Fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery – desirable
* Experience working in an independent sector surgical centre – desirable
* Evidence of teaching, presentations, or contributions to clinical research - desirable
What you can expect in return;
* Competitive rate of pay
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
* Private Pension with employer and employee contributions
* Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
* The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development
To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions contactsarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.comin our friendly resourcing team or call07970915238
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