Consultant in Orthopaedic Surgery (Upper Limb) - Perm or FTC 12 month - West Norfolk

Opportunity An excellent fixed term or permanent opportunity has arisen within the Orthopaedic department at an NHS Foundation Trust serving the community of West Norfolk and the surrounding region. We are seeking an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a subspecialty interest and expertise in Upper Limb surgery to join our established and friendly team. This fixed term post offers a substantive clinical workload across elective upper limb surgery and trauma, with the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive orthopaedic department. The post would suit a candidate looking to consolidate or develop their upper limb practice in an NHS environment, whether returning to the NHS, relocating, or seeking a defined-term appointment. The post includes a generous Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) allocation, flexible job planning, and a structured on-call commitment proportionate to a fixed term appointment. We are committed to supporting all colleagues – permanent and fixed term alike – to feel fully integrated and valued members of the department from day one. Pulse Doctors welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their consultant career, including those who are newly appointed, returning to practice, or seeking a time-limited role in a high-quality district general hospital setting in West Norfolk. Key Responsibilities Elective Upper Limb Surgery • Provide consultant-led elective upper limb surgical services, including shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand surgery, in line with the post-holder’s subspecialty expertise. • Lead and conduct elective upper limb outpatient clinics, including new patient assessment, post-operative review, and injection therapy. • Undertake elective upper limb procedures including arthroplasty, arthroscopy, tendon and soft tissue reconstruction, carpal tunnel and nerve decompression, and fracture management as appropriate. • Contribute to the development and optimisation of upper limb pathways, including referral management and waiting list initiatives. • Work collaboratively with physiotherapy, hand therapy, and occupational therapy colleagues to deliver comprehensive upper limb rehabilitation. Trauma & Emergency Orthopaedics • Participate in the orthopaedic trauma on-call rota, providing consultant-level decision-making and operative cover for acute upper limb and general orthopaedic trauma. • Contribute to the fracture clinic service, including assessment and management of upper limb fractures and dislocations. • Provide clinical oversight and support to junior colleagues managing acute orthopaedic presentations in the emergency department and on the wards. • Engage with the trauma MDT, including liaison with emergency medicine, radiology, anaesthetics, and therapy colleagues. Leadership, Education & Governance • Participate in departmental clinical governance, audit, morbidity & mortality review, and quality improvement activity. • Contribute to the teaching and supervision of specialty trainees, core surgical trainees, and other clinical staff. • Engage with the orthopaedic MDT and relevant regional networks, including upper limb and hand surgery networks where applicable. • Support departmental initiatives to improve patient outcomes, theatre efficiency, and elective recovery. • Maintain and develop clinical expertise in line with BOA and relevant subspecialty society CPD requirements. Essential Criteria to Apply Qualifications & Registration • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise. • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery, or within six months of eligibility at the time of interview. • FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent specialist qualification. •