Job overview

Applications are invited for the above 10 PA, fixed term (12 month) role. It is anticipated that the successful applicant will have extensive experience in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery including complex trauma, plus an interest and experience in total ankle replacement (TAR).

 The Royal Surrey is a GIRFT-recognised Regional Hub for TAR and hindfoot reconstruction. The successful candidate will work closely with Mr Halliwell, including dual operating, to refine the candidate’s expertise, eventually sharing the TAR workload. The department has a special interest in complex foot and ankle trauma (particularly under the direction of Mr Alex Dinneen), sometimes taking cases from nearby trauma centers. The successful candidate will actively participate in this service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate with Consultant colleagues furthering the interests and reputation of the Orthopaedic Department and the Hospital.

 The post is suited to Specialist Registrars/Residents who are nearing completion of their training and wish Fellowship experience in Adult (and adolescent) Foot and Ankle Surgery. FRCS (Tr&Orth) or equivalent is essential. The successful Fellow will be given active support with Clinical Research and will be expected to present and publish the work, as appropriate.

Working for our organisation

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

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