Locum Orthopaedic Consultant Specialist interest Hand, Wrist & Elbow
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £109,725.00 to £145,478.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £109725.00 - £145478.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | Dorchester, DT1 2JY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9405-26-0162 |
Summary
The postholder will deliver comprehensive trauma and orthopaedic care, supporting both scheduled and emergency activity within the department. They will ensure efficient management of Hand and Wrist cases and maintain close working relationships with primary care colleagues to enhance community-based orthopaedic pathways. The role includes active participation in MDT discussions, clinical decision-making, education, audit, and service governance. The consultant will uphold high standards of clinical efficiency, patient safety, and service responsiveness, contributing to departmental targets and Trust-wide objectives. Main responsibilities: Provide highquality consultant-led clinical care across trauma and elective orthopaedics. Undertake oncall duties and lead posttake consultant reviews. Support and liaise with primary care Orthopaedic Treatment Services. Participate fully in MDT activities and foster collaborative working. Teach, supervise, and develop trainees and wider clinical staff. Maintain efficient, effective patient care pathways and uphold governance standards. Engage in CPD, audit, service development, and Directorate responsibilities. Attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings and educational sessions.