Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

The department of orthopaedics at NHS Golden Jubilee is one of the largest arthroplasty units in the United Kingdom, with 25 Consultants in post. The department performs ~3750 total hip and knee replacements, 600 foot and ankle procedures as well as soft tissue knee and hand/wrist surgery. There is an established enhance recovery programme, and a robotics programme with 2 MAKO robots. We also provide a tertiary revision arthroplasty service and have a large research department including industry funded research and use of a motion analysis lab.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to further develop services at NHSGJ in purpose built new facilities as part of our Phase 2 elective expansion programme with 5 additional laminar flow theatres to add to our existing 6 theatres.

Applicants must be registered with the General Medical Council, be listed on the Specialist Register (or eligible to be on the specialty register i.e. within 6 months of CCT OR CESR application submitted) and hold a higher surgical qualification in Orthopaedics from one of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons or equivalent, if from out with the UK.

Informal enquiries can be made to: Mr Jason Roberts, Clinical Director, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Jason.roberts@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk).

To arrange an informal visit please contact Chloe Macaulay, Assistant Service Manager for National Elective Services - (chloe.macaulay@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk).

Interview date: 27th and 28th November 2024

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.