Locum Paediatric Orthopaedic Consultant

The appointee will be responsible for the care of patients referred by general practitioners and all departments and will undertake clinics, ward rounds and operating lists 'programmed activities' as appropriate. We are looking for a dynamic individual who wishes to develop this service to deal with the high demand in a timely and efficient manner.

There is a combination of scheduled and flexible PAs within the timetable. Clinical activity linked with that of various wards or clinics, multidisciplinary team and other colleagues.Consultant colleagues will be happy to offer clinical support and guidance to ensure the successful candidate is well supported especially in the first year of appointment.

The appointee will have shared office facilities with a personal laptop, facilitating access to the Trust electronic patient record (EPR) and imaging (PACS) systems, hospital intranet and internet resources plus secretarial support. The team works closely with a Performance Manager who also supports the Paediatric Unit.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It
offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.