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Consultant T&O – Pelvic and Acetabular Trauma
The closing date is 26 August 2025
Applications are invited for a Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery with an interest in Pelvic and Acetabular trauma. The appointed candidate is expected to manage polytrauma and general adult trauma procedures at the Major Trauma Centre RSCH (Royal Sussex County Hospital), PRH (Princess Royal Hospital), and tertiary elective unit, Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre (SOTC) It is essential that they are able to treat all complex pelvic and acetabular fractures, elderly fragility fractures and have experience in primary and revision arthroplasty.
The on-call responsibility for this post will include participation in trauma cover during the week and a 1 in 16 polytrauma on call at the Major Trauma Centre (MTC) and 1 in 8 weekend cover of the fragility fracture list at PRH
The post holder will join the team of trauma and pelvic and acetabular surgeons and will be expected to undertake an array of trauma, elective and reconstructive procedures. They will form part of the trauma and arthroplasty MDT's where there is the opportunity for discussing complex cases and concomitant learning opportunity
Main duties of the job
o Undertaking administrative duties associated with patient care.o Work and support all members of the clinical team in theatres, clinics and wards.o Day to day management of patients, liaison with trauma nurse practitioners and participation in meetings.o Undertake and be up to date with mandatory training.o Observe the rules and policies together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.o Ensure to maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.On Call Commitment: This includes participation in the trauma on call cover weekdays at the RSCH MTC site with off-site cover when on call and PRH NOF on call rota weekends (3% Category A ).
During the ward round week, after the ward round is complete (no afternoon session booked) there is no off site cover required.The current job plan is provisional and the workload is spread across the 2 sites that covers the East side of UHS. The job should not require travel between the 2 sites on a given day.
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At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job responsibilities
The appointed candidate is expected to manage polytrauma and general adult trauma procedures at RSCH (Royal Sussex County Hospital) and PRH (Princess Royal Hospital). It is essential that they are able to treat all complex pelvic and acetabular fractures, elderly fragility fractures and have experience in primary and revision arthroplasty.
The on-call responsibility for this post will include participation in trauma cover during the week and a 1 in 16 polytrauma on call at the Major Trauma Centre (MTC) and 1 in 8 weekend cover of the fragility fracture list at PRH
The post holder will join the team of trauma and pelvic and acetabular surgeons and will be expected to undertake an array of trauma, elective and reconstructive procedures. They will form part of the trauma and arthroplasty MDTs where there is the opportunity for discussing complex case and concomitant learning opportunity.
Elective surgery is undertaken at the SOTC which is a wave 1 accredited HVLC Hub.
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
* oFRCS or its recognised equivalent
* oFull and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Trauma and Orthopaedics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
* oHigher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
* oMinimum of 6 months fellowship experience dedicated in pelvic and acetabular trauma
* oMinimum of 6 months fellowship in allied subspeciality - trauma or hip arthroplasty
* oFellowship experience in young adult hip preservation
* oFellowship experience in revision hip arthroplasty
Knowledge
* oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
* oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
* oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
* oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
* oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
* oEvidence of participation in audit
* oResearch experience
* oPublications
* oPrizes and honours
* oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
* oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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.
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RSCH/PRH and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust
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