Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon.
The successful candidate will join the existing Orthopaedic Team with CTM. The post will have an emergency 'on call' commitment on a 1 in 8.
This post holders will join the team of Consultants, Specialty and Registrar Doctors responsible for the provision of Trauma and Orthopaedic services to Cwm Taf Morgannwg, University Health Board. The post may also be required to undertake sessions across other sites within the organisation.
Main duties of the job
The post will be required to share the responsibility of providing Trauma and Orthopaedic outpatient and inpatient care for the local population and in doing so foster excellent working relationships within and outside the Trauma & Orthopaedic Department.
This post will join the team of consultants responsible for the provision of Trauma and Orthopaedic services to the University Health Board in Cwm Taf Morgannwg. The consultant will be required to undertake sessions across other sites within the organisation. The post holder will be appointed on an equal footing with current colleagues.
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB now provides primary, community, hospital and mental health services to the 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs - Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
The resident population of Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf is estimated to be 450,000 (Stats Wales 2016).
Ideally situated between Wales' capital city, Cardiff to the South, the coastal town, Porthcawl to the West and the stunning scenery in the Brecon Beacons National Park to the North, we operate within a vibrant community, rich with history and heritage.
With almost 12,000 staff our workforce is the life-blood not only of the University Health Board, but also many of the communities that we serve. We take our role as one of the largest employers in the area very seriously which is evident in our wide-ranging partnership working, dedication to our corporate social responsibilities and the importance we place on building relationships with our staff and community.
We believe in innovation to make improvements to clinical care. We are especially proud of our Academic Centre in Merthyr Tydfil which is helping to train future doctors in community medicine.
If you come to work in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board you will be guaranteed a warm Welsh welcome; opportunities for professional development and a clinical environment that innovates to improve.
Details
Date posted
31 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
110,240 to 160,951 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-MD351-0725
Job locations
To be confirmed on Appointment
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management of general trauma & with another sub specialty patients across sites within CTMUHB. Provide professional and managerial supervision of junior medical staff. Have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under his/her care: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff; ensuring that concise, agreed management plans are clearly displayed in the notes of patients with complex conditions. Wards rounds are conducted to identify and assess problems and plan management of care; and be actively available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely. Ensure that an appropriate model of care is adopted which recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and family. Ensure that the use of medical and nursing resources within the department are utilised to their maximum potential. Job description
Job responsibilities
Management of general trauma & with another sub specialty patients across sites within CTMUHB. Provide professional and managerial supervision of junior medical staff. Have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under his/her care: allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff; ensuring that concise, agreed management plans are clearly displayed in the notes of patients with complex conditions. Wards rounds are conducted to identify and assess problems and plan management of care; and be actively available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely. Ensure that an appropriate model of care is adopted which recognises the involvement of the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and family. Ensure that the use of medical and nursing resources within the department are utilised to their maximum potential.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration ?Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: -CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview -CESR or European Community Rights

Desirable

• Postgraduate degreeApplication form/CV

Research Experience
Essential

• Understands evidence-based practice ?Interest in research & development ?Encourages ongoing learning & an educative culture, both for self and others

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

Clinical/Technical expertise
Essential

• Upper limb & General Trauma experience ?Able to undertake a general trauma on call ?Sees patients within a holistic context ?Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients

5.Organisation & planning
Essential

• Able to operate effectively in a committee; contributes to strategic decision-making ?Shows self-discipline e.g. record-keeping & legibility ?Able to manage conflicting & unpredictable demands

Desirable

• Project Management within T&O

6.Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential

• Strong leadership & co-ordination skills with ability to direct & organise teams ?Able to communicate clearly, avoiding jargon, with a range of different people ?Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues & the organisation

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration ?Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: -CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview -CESR or European Community Rights

Desirable

• Postgraduate degreeApplication form/CV

Research Experience
Essential

• Understands evidence-based practice ?Interest in research & development ?Encourages ongoing learning & an educative culture, both for self and others

Desirable

• Publication in peer-reviewed journals

Clinical/Technical expertise
Essential

• Upper limb & General Trauma experience ?Able to undertake a general trauma on call ?Sees patients within a holistic context ?Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients

5.Organisation & planning
Essential

• Able to operate effectively in a committee; contributes to strategic decision-making ?Shows self-discipline e.g. record-keeping & legibility ?Able to manage conflicting & unpredictable demands

Desirable

• Project Management within T&O

6.Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential

• Strong leadership & co-ordination skills with ability to direct & organise teams ?Able to communicate clearly, avoiding jargon, with a range of different people ?Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues & the organisation