• Job Description

  Req#: E0314-25-3351?language=en&page=1203&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient

  We have an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Upper Limb or Shoulder & Elbow surgery to join our award-winning team at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Shepton Mallet.

  In this role, youll work in a purpose-built, modern surgical centre rated Good the CQC and known for exceptional clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Youll contribute to a service designed around clinical excellence, low infection rates, and high-quality patient care.

  You will have the freedom to focus on delivering safe, evidence-based surgery without the distractions of acute admissions or trauma rotas, while also benefiting from a supportive and forward-thinking team.

  We offer a competitive salary, and we are considering candidates for substantive employment only.

  Main duties of the job

  As our Orthopaedic Surgeon, you will be:

  • Performing a broad range of upper limb procedures, including:
  • Arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery (e.g., tendon repairs, stabilisations, decompressions)
  • Arthroscopic and open elbow surgery
  • Shoulder replacement surgery
  • Dupuytrens contracture release
  • Trapeziectomy and minor hand procedures (e.g., carpal tunnel release)
  • Providing preoperative assessment, intraoperative care, and postoperative follow-up for patients
  • Ensuring all treatments meet the highest standards of safety and clinical effectiveness
  • Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop and improve clinical pathways
  • Contributing to audit, research, and the ongoing development of the service
  • Participating in appraisal, revalidation, and continuing professional development activities
  • Taking part in on-call rota cover (with first-line provided by Resident Medical Officers)
  • Supporting the training and supervision of junior clinical staff

  About us

  With your GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, you will also have:

  • Extensive training and proven operative experience in upper limb or shoulder & elbow surgery
  • Evidence of excellent clinical outcomes and a strong commitment to patient safety
  • A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working and service development Flexibility, objectivity, and a commitment to delivering agreed volume and productivity targets
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management principles
  • Excellent communication skills and a patient-centred approach
  • Fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery desirable
  • Experience working in an independent sector surgical centre desirable
  • Evidence of teaching, presentations, or contributions to clinical research - desirable

  What you can expect in return;

  • Competitive rate of pay
  • An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
  • Private Pension with employer and employee contributions
  • Flexible shifts that enable you to work around other commitments
  • The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development

  To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team or call 07970915238

  Details

  Date posted

  18 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience Salary is competitive, Substantive Employment Only

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  12218

  Job locations

  Old Wells Road

  Shepton Mallet

  Somerset

  BA4 4LP

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Extensive training and proven operative experience in upper limb or shoulder & elbow surgery
  • Evidence of excellent clinical outcomes and a strong commitment to patient safety
  • A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working and service development
  • Flexibility, objectivity, and a commitment to delivering agreed volume and productivity targets
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management principles
  • Excellent communication skills and a patient-centred approach

  Desirable

  • Fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery
  • Experience working in an independent sector surgical centre
  • Evidence of teaching, presentations, or contributions to clinical research

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • GMC Specialist Registration in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Extensive training and proven operative experience in upper limb or shoulder & elbow surgery
  • Evidence of excellent clinical outcomes and a strong commitment to patient safety
  • A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working and service development
  • Flexibility, objectivity, and a commitment to delivering agreed volume and productivity targets
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management principles
  • Excellent communication skills and a patient-centred approach

  Desirable

  • Fellowship training in shoulder & elbow surgery
  • Experience working in an independent sector surgical centre
  • Evidence of teaching, presentations, or contributions to clinical research

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  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.

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Practice Plus Group

  Address

  Old Wells Road

  Shepton Mallet

  Somerset

  BA4 4LP

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Practice Plus Group

  Address

  Old Wells Road

  Shepton Mallet

  Somerset

  BA4 4LP

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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