Consultant – Orthopaedics

This role is responsible for delivering high-quality specialist services within the field of Orthopaedics. As an essential contributor to clinical excellence at Glasgow, the Consultant ensures safe, effective, and compassionate care while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment. The position requires strong clinical reasoning, the ability to work autonomously, and a commitment to evidence-based practice.

Core duties include patient assessment, diagnosis, development and implementation of care plans, monitoring outcomes, maintaining detailed medical records, and contributing to governance, audit, and service improvement projects. The role also involves active participation in team meetings, training sessions, and quality initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experience and service delivery.

The Consultant must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, resilience, and adaptability, ensuring that communication with patients, families, and colleagues is conducted to the highest standard. There is an expectation to support junior staff, contribute to teaching, and engage in continuous learning to maintain professional competence.

The role requires the ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise effectively, and remain calm in high-pressure clinical environments. Individuals must uphold all clinical governance frameworks, safeguarding policies, and regulatory requirements while promoting a culture of safety, dignity, and respect.

Leadership qualities such as problem-solving, initiative, and strategic thinking further strengthen the Consultant’s contribution to overall service effectiveness. Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centred approach underpin this role, ensuring alignment with organisational values and contributing positively to the broader healthcare mission at Glasgow.

The role demands ongoing professional development, adaptability, strong teamwork, and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, effective, high‑quality clinical services.
• Conduct assessments and develop patient‑centred treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to clinical guidelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in training, teaching, and supervision where appropriate.
• Uphold safeguarding, governance, and regulatory standards.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant professional qualification and registration.
• Experience in the specialty of practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workloads.
• Commitment to evidence‑based and patient‑centred care.
• Understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
• Professionalism, reliability, and problem‑solving skills.