Locum Consultant in Orthopaedic with interest in Trauma & Arthroplasty
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, CV2 2DX |
| Company: | UHCW NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7764898/218-T2-LCT-7764898 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
· We are pleased to to recruit a post ofLocum Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeonwith expertise inComplex Traumawith an interest inPrimary Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, based atUniversity Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.
· The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the management of complex orthopaedic trauma, including major trauma cases, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality primary hip and knee arthroplasty service. The post-holder will participate fully in the consultant on-call rota and support the continued development of trauma and elective services within the department.
The appointee will contribute to the training, supervision, and mentorshipof junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals, and to provide expert advice and support to consultant colleagues.
· The Trauma and Orthopaedics Department at UHCW has experienced a sustained increase in both trauma workload and elective referrals. In order to meet service demands, maintain compliance with national targets including the18-week referral-to-treatment pathway, and support ambulatory and major trauma pathways, the Trust is seeking to strengthen its consultant workforce.
· This post offers an excellent opportunity to work within abusy tertiary centre, contributing to both trauma and elective orthopaedic services, while supporting innovation, service development, and high standards of patient care.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Full responsibilities of the role are detailed within the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Visits to the department are available on request and recommended.
This advert closes on Thursday 12 Feb 2026
· We are pleased to to recruit a post ofLocum Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeonwith expertise inComplex Traumawith an interest inPrimary Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, based atUniversity Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.
· The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the management of complex orthopaedic trauma, including major trauma cases, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality primary hip and knee arthroplasty service. The post-holder will participate fully in the consultant on-call rota and support the continued development of trauma and elective services within the department.
The appointee will contribute to the training, supervision, and mentorshipof junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals, and to provide expert advice and support to consultant colleagues.
· The Trauma and Orthopaedics Department at UHCW has experienced a sustained increase in both trauma workload and elective referrals. In order to meet service demands, maintain compliance with national targets including the18-week referral-to-treatment pathway, and support ambulatory and major trauma pathways, the Trust is seeking to strengthen its consultant workforce.
· This post offers an excellent opportunity to work within abusy tertiary centre, contributing to both trauma and elective orthopaedic services, while supporting innovation, service development, and high standards of patient care.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Full responsibilities of the role are detailed within the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Visits to the department are available on request and recommended.
This advert closes on Thursday 12 Feb 2026