Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon – Lower Limb

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon – Lower Limb
Location: Plymouth
Salary: Up to £144,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time / Flexible Working Available)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in Lower Limb procedures to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary medical team in a modern private hospital in Plymouth.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality surgical care within a well-equipped environment, supporting NHS, private, and insured patients. The organisation is committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and positive outcomes, providing planned surgical care across a wide range of specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver orthopaedic surgical procedures, with a focus on lower limb cases
• Conduct outpatient clinics and day-case surgery
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement

Working Pattern

• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Flexible rota, primarily Monday to Saturday

Requirements

• UK registerable medical degree
• GMC Specialist Registration (or eligibility) in Orthopaedics
• FRCS (Orth) or European equivalent
• Proven track record of clinical and academic achievement
• Strong commitment to high-quality patient care

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £144,000
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private pension scheme with employer contributions
• 10 days CPD allowance (including funding)
• Life assurance
• Indemnity cover provided
• Access to staff discount schemes
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance

About the Organisation

This leading independent healthcare provider operates a network of private hospitals across the UK, working in partnership with the NHS to deliver high-quality planned care. Treating thousands of patients each year, they are known for safe, effective, and patient-centred services.

Additional Information

• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• Offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks
• The employer is committed to diversity and equal opportunities
• Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is identified