Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon – Lower Limb
Location: Plymouth
An exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality planned orthopaedic care
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Lower Limb Orthopaedics to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary medical team in Plymouth.
You will be a highly valued member of a professional, friendly, and compassionate clinical team, delivering planned surgical care to NHS, private, and insured patients within a modern, well-equipped hospital environment.
The hospital provides high-quality treatment across a broad range of specialties, with a strong emphasis on patient safety, comfort, and enhanced recovery.
What you’ll be doing
Deliver high-quality lower limb orthopaedic surgery and outpatient clinics.
Provide safe, effective, and patient-centred care within a planned surgical setting.
Work collaboratively as part of an on-site orthopaedic surgical service.
Contribute to a day surgery unit and outpatient department offering minor orthopaedic procedures.
Participate in a flexible working rota, primarily Monday to Saturday.
Maintain professional standards through clinical governance, audit, and ongoing CPD.
A typical full-time working week comprises 40 hours, with flexible working patterns actively supported.
What we’re looking for
UK-registerable medical degree.
GMC Specialist Registration in Orthopaedics (or immediate eligibility).
FRCS (Tr & Orth) or European equivalent.
Significant experience in Lower Limb Orthopaedic surgery.
Strong academic and clinical track record.
Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary working.
Excellent communication and professional collaboration skills.
What you can expect in return
Competitive salary.
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
Private pension with employer contributions.
10 CPD days per year (including allowance).
Indemnity cover provided.
Life assurance.
Access to reward and discount schemes.
Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance.
Everything we do is focused on providing safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. Our facilities are modern, our governance processes are robust, and our teams are passionate about delivering the best possible outcomes for patients.
This is more than just a job — it is an opportunity to build a long-term, fulfilling consultant career within a supportive and progressive clinical environment.
📠Interested or would you like a confidential discussion?
Apply now or email Camila at:
📧 [email protected]
📞 Call 02392 384 900 for a confidential conversation.
