About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist in Trauma and Orthopaedics to join the team at Northampton General Hospital, part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Group.
The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma and elective orthopaedic care, including the surgical management of trauma patients and participation in outpatient clinics.
Ideal candidate will be independent in lower limb procedures both elective and trauma.
The role offers the opportunity to work closely with consultant colleagues, undertake independent trauma surgery within a rota, and support elective pathways.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in orthopaedics at Registrar level or above within the NHS, excellent clinical and communication skills, and a strong commitment to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care in line with UHN's 'Dedicated to Excellence' values.
Main duties of the job
Deliver high-quality trauma and elective orthopaedic care within the Directorate
Assess, manage and undertake surgical treatment of trauma patients, including independent operating
Participate in the trauma theatre rota, including out-of-hours working where required
Run elective outpatient clinics and maintain outpatient waiting lists
Support the delivery and optimisation of elective care pathways
Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Undertake administrative duties related to clinical activity and service delivery
Work collaboratively with consultants, multidisciplinary teams, and wider colleagues
Participate in teaching, training, and continued professional development
Engage in research and service development where appropriate.
About us
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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.
Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for a full list of all roles and responsibilties
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications Essential
Full GMC registration MRCS or in the process of completing more than 5 years experience at reg level
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Competency in management and assessment of all areas of Trauma and Orthopaedics. Competency in performing trauma surgery independently Understanding of audit and evidence of leading departmental audit Evidence of quality improvement
Skills Essential
Leadership skills Organisationsal skills Communications skills
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes Essential
Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users Commitment to training and development Teaching skills Evidence of research and publications
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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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Northampton General Hospital
Address Northampton General Hospital
Northampton
NN1 5BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)