An NHS Trust in Yorkshire is seeking a Consultant in Orthogeriatrics to join their team, specializing in the care of elderly patients with musculoskeletal conditions. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing complex conditions that affect elderly individuals, including fractures, joint diseases, and musculoskeletal degeneration. The consultant will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for elderly patients, contribute to service development, and support medical education.
This position offers a competitive salary, NHS benefits, and career progression opportunities in the orthogeriatrics field.
Job Details: Consultant – Orthogeriatrics
The consultant will oversee the management of elderly patients with musculoskeletal issues, lead clinics, develop treatment plans, and contribute to research and teaching in orthogeriatrics.
- Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
- Specialty: Orthogeriatrics
- Grade: Consultant
- Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum (2024/25)
- Contract Type: Substantive / Fixed-Term
Eligibility Criteria:
- Consultant Grade Experience: Minimum 6–7 years post-internship/foundation training
- Specialty Experience: Minimum 5+ years in Geriatrics or Orthogeriatrics
- Qualifications: Relevant postgraduate qualification (MRCP, FRCS, MRCPsych, FRCR, etc.)
- Registration: Full GMC registration with a license to practice Language Requirement: IELTS (minimum 7.5 overall, 7.0 in each section) or OET (Grade B)
Why Join?
- Work in a leading NHS orthogeriatrics team focused on elderly care
- Competitive salary & excellent NHS benefits
- Opportunities for research, clinical trials & service development
- Career progression & leadership development
- UK experience required