County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Foot & Ankle with Diabetic Medicine
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Overview
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Foot & Ankle with Diabetic Medicine. The closing date is 19 November 2025.
The post advertised is for a Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon with a specialist interest in diabetic foot care. The post is to support the expansion of foot and ankle services within the trust, whilst supporting podiatry services within the trust. The post holder will have their base site at University Hospital of North Durham (UHND), but will also include clinics and theatre sessions in Bishop Auckland Hospital (BAH) and Darlington Memorial Hospital (DMH); with peripheral clinics in the scope of this role. Must be able to meet all travel requirements of this post.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will lead and grow an Orthopaedic diabetic foot specialist service, working across a large MDT, particularly supporting diabetic medicine and podiatry. There will be a requirement to support 2 existing foot and ankle consultants in the delivery of foot and ankle care through specialist input and MDT. Ultimately, this successful applicant will form a key part of the medical directorate within this specialty to deliver outstanding care.
About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.
For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job responsibilities Trauma and Orthopaedics at CDDFT
The Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery department is a surgical specialty within the larger Surgical Care Group. The unit currently provides Orthopaedic Surgery services to the population of Durham, Darlington, North Yorkshire, Bishop Auckland, Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead. Based from respective acute sites, DMH and UHND host 11 Orthopaedic consultants on each site. Sub specialties include: Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Paediatrics, Upper Limb, Foot, Ankle and Hand Surgery (See Appendix A).
Orthopaedics has a dedicated elective ward on the Bishop Auckland Site, with Orthopaedics being the leading specialty in the development of a Surgical Elective Hub on the site. An ongoing major trust project.
There is intensive care and HDU provision on the two base sites (UHND and DMH).
A dedicated Orthopaedic surgery secretarial team is provided; a named secretary will be identified to support you with your administrative workload.
The main duties of the post advertised are as follows:
The postholder will form part of the collective responsibility held by all consultants within the specialty to deliver a safe and outstanding Trauma and Orthopaedic service to the service users of CDDFT.
They will play an active role in planning future developments in the service.
The Consultant has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the proper functioning of the department in which they work.
The postholder will be responsible for the professional and educational supervision of junior staff.
The postholder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of medical staff as well as teaching of undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.
Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research funding may be available following successful applications to the local Research and Development Committee.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder is responsible for ensuring that they meet the national requirements for CPD, both internal and external. You will be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the weekly half-day educational session held by the Directorate.
It is expected that the post holder will participate in clinical audit.
The postholder will be expected to participate in clinical governance arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in respect of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance with current best practice.
If the post holder is involved in the care of a patient who subsequently initiates a claim against the Trust they will be expected to provide, free of charge, an opinion and statement of facts on the case.
The post holder will be expected to deputise in the absence of colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and sickness as far as is practicable and ensure continuous patient care.
Person Specification Special Skills & Knowledge
Ability to supervise trainees.
Willingness to perform management role within department. Familiarity with the audit process.
Regular involvement in audit. Evidence of active teaching of junior doctors and nurses.
A strong commitment to undergraduate education. Willingness and ability to participate equally in a multi-disciplinary team.
Proven ability to work well within a team.
Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialties.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to cope with stress.
Good discipline and motivation.
Certificate of Medical Education or other formal training programme.
Instructor status for Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Special Requirements
Must be able to meet all travel requirements of this role and be available to work across all Trust sites for clinics and theatre sessions.
Willingness to become involved in departmental research projects and to lead some research or academic development.
Qualifications
MRCS, FRCS or equivalent, FRCS(Orth) or equivalent. Registerable Medical Degree.
Formal management training.
Statutory Registration
Full registration with the GMC, including licence to practise.
Experience
Comprehensive knowledge in Orthopaedic and Trauma surgery. Fellowship trained in Foot & Ankle Surgery. Experience with all aspects of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery.
Provider status for Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Specialist Diabetic foot knowledge and treatment competencies.
Working with multidisciplinary teams.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
£109,725 to £145,478 a year YC72 Pay Scale per annum
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The post advertised is for a Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon with a specialist interest in diabetic foot care. The post is to support the expansion of foot and ankle services within the trust, whilst supporting podiatry services within the trust. The post holder will have their base site at University Hospital of North Durham (UHND), but will also include clinics and theatre sessions in Bishop Auckland Hospital (BAH) and Darlington Memorial Hospital (DMH); with peripheral clinics in the scope of this role. Must be able to meet all travel requirements of this post.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will lead and grow an Orthopaedic diabetic foot specialist service, working across a large MDT, particularly supporting diabetic medicine and podiatry. There will be a requirement to support 2 existing foot and ankle consultants in the delivery of foot and ankle care through specialist input and MDT. Ultimately, this successful applicant will form a key part of the medical directorate within this specialty to deliver outstanding care.
About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.
For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job responsibilities Trauma and Orthopaedics at CDDFT
The Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery department is a surgical specialty within the larger Surgical Care Group. The unit currently provides Orthopaedic Surgery services to the population of Durham, Darlington, North Yorkshire, Bishop Auckland, Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead. Based from respective acute sites, DMH and UHND host 11 Orthopaedic consultants on each site. Sub specialties include: Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Paediatrics, Upper Limb, Foot, Ankle and Hand Surgery (See Appendix A).
Orthopaedics has a dedicated elective ward on the Bishop Auckland Site, with Orthopaedics being the leading specialty in the development of a Surgical Elective Hub on the site. An ongoing major trust project.
There is intensive care and HDU provision on the two base sites (UHND and DMH).
A dedicated Orthopaedic surgery secretarial team is provided; a named secretary will be identified to support you with your administrative workload.
The main duties of the post advertised are as follows:
The postholder will form part of the collective responsibility held by all consultants within the specialty to deliver a safe and outstanding Trauma and Orthopaedic service to the service users of CDDFT.
They will play an active role in planning future developments in the service.
The Consultant has a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the proper functioning of the department in which they work.
The postholder will be responsible for the professional and educational supervision of junior staff.
The postholder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of medical staff as well as teaching of undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.
Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research funding may be available following successful applications to the local Research and Development Committee.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder is responsible for ensuring that they meet the national requirements for CPD, both internal and external. You will be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the weekly half-day educational session held by the Directorate.
It is expected that the post holder will participate in clinical audit.
The postholder will be expected to participate in clinical governance arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in respect of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance with current best practice.
If the post holder is involved in the care of a patient who subsequently initiates a claim against the Trust they will be expected to provide, free of charge, an opinion and statement of facts on the case.
The post holder will be expected to deputise in the absence of colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and sickness as far as is practicable and ensure continuous patient care.
Person Specification Special Skills & Knowledge
Ability to supervise trainees.
Willingness to perform management role within department. Familiarity with the audit process.
Regular involvement in audit. Evidence of active teaching of junior doctors and nurses.
A strong commitment to undergraduate education. Willingness and ability to participate equally in a multi-disciplinary team.
Proven ability to work well within a team.
Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialties.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to cope with stress.
Good discipline and motivation.
Certificate of Medical Education or other formal training programme.
Instructor status for Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Special Requirements
Must be able to meet all travel requirements of this role and be available to work across all Trust sites for clinics and theatre sessions.
Willingness to become involved in departmental research projects and to lead some research or academic development.
Qualifications
MRCS, FRCS or equivalent, FRCS(Orth) or equivalent. Registerable Medical Degree.
Formal management training.
Statutory Registration
Full registration with the GMC, including licence to practise.
Experience
Comprehensive knowledge in Orthopaedic and Trauma surgery. Fellowship trained in Foot & Ankle Surgery. Experience with all aspects of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery.
Provider status for Advanced Trauma Life Support.
Specialist Diabetic foot knowledge and treatment competencies.
Working with multidisciplinary teams.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
£109,725 to £145,478 a year YC72 Pay Scale per annum
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