Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Locum Orthopaedic Consultant (Specialist interest in knee surgery)
Closing date: 03 June 2026
Duration: 12 months
The post holder will provide high‑quality inpatient and outpatient Trauma and Orthopaedic services, with a particular focus on supporting and developing the knee service. The role includes participation in the consultant on‑call rota, delivery of emergency and elective care, and contribution to multidisciplinary working. The post holder will support service development, training, audit and clinical governance, ensuring safe, effective and patient‑centred care in line with national standards and Trust priorities.
Job Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive Trauma and Orthopaedic care for inpatients and outpatients, with specialist input into knee surgery services.
* Participate fully in the 1 in 8 Consultant on‑call rota, including post‑take consultant ward rounds and emergency care.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, coordinated patient care.
* Support and liaise with the Orthopaedic Treatment Service operating within primary care.
* Contribute to the education, supervision and training of surgical trainees and other healthcare professionals.
* Assist the department in meeting national and local performance targets and in the ongoing development of services.
* Help reduce long waiting times for orthopaedic and knee patients, ensuring care is delivered safely, efficiently and timely.
Clinical Governance and Audit
Engage in clinical audit, service evaluation and quality improvement activities. Maintain continuing professional development in line with appraisal, revalidation and clinical governance requirements.
Service Development and Performance
Assist the department in meeting national and local targets, including government and NHS performance standards. Take an active role in the ongoing development of the Trauma and Orthopaedic service, particularly in the knee pathway.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
* Appropriate higher surgical/medical qualification.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview for substantive consultant role), CESR/Portfolio pathway or European Community Rights.
Experience & Knowledge
* Completion or within 6 months of completing CCT training in knee surgery.
* Post‑CCT recognised fellowship in knee surgery (6–12 months minimum).
* Ability to perform unicompartmental knee replacements.
* Experience in a special interest that complements those existing in the department.
Team Working and Service Development
* Evidence of leadership and service development.
* Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working.
Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance
* Evidence of understanding of clinical governance.
* Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit.
* Knowledge of principles of research and evidence of involvement in research.
Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision
* Management training, organisational skills and strategic vision.
* Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust.
* Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS.
Teaching and Communication
* Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post.
* Ability to present effectively to an audience.
* Ability to communicate effectively.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and the Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous convictions.
Equal Opportunities
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all under‑represented groups.
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