Locum Consultant Orthopaedic Arthroplasty Surgeon

Locum Consultant Orthopaedic Arthroplasty Surgeon

The closing date is 04 March 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a consultant specialising in hip and knee arthroplasty to join our Trauma & Orthopaedic Team based at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust.

This fixed term position has been created to cover an existing sabbatical, but is also intended for succession planning within the arthroplasty service. There is a growing demand across both hip and knee arthroplasty, both electively and through trauma. The successful applicant will form part of the fixed 1:10 on call consultant rota and deliver outpatient services both onsite and at outreach locations.

The successful applicant will join a team of 13 orthopaedic consultants and play an active part in the efficient day-to-day running of our busy unit, contributing to the ongoing development of the service.

As a fixed term position, we are seeking candidates who are prepared to work flexibly and will increase the skill mix within the service. Candidates will need to demonstrate evidence of specialist training in arthroplasty surgery which should include at least one fellowship, covering both elective and trauma services within the program.

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust is one of four partners delivering arthroplasty services at South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre and the post holder will have weekly sessions allocated to operate there within their job plan, in addition to providing a hip replacement service for our fracture neck of femurs at Kingston Hospital.

This is a full-time post and attracts 10 Programmed Activities per week, with the successful candidates being given the opportunity to discuss taking on further PA's upon appointment.

Development and staff wellbeing

Your growth and personal happiness matter to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.

We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Candidates must have FRCS or equivalent. All applicants should be fully registered with GMC, hold a licence to practice and be fellowship trained post CCT.

Interviews will take place in March 2026 and we aim to commence this appointment in May.

Please check the job description for full list of responsibilities.

• Full GMC Registration (or eligibility to obtain).
• FRCS or qualification of an equivalent level.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT or CESR (CP) – proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview.

• Motivated to ensure the achievements of defined targets.
• Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates.
• Excellent Clinical Skills.
• Proven abilities in Day Surgery.
• Skills in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty Surgery.
• Fellowship trained.
• Management, Leadership and Initiative skills.

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.

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust