JOB DESCRIPTION – LOCUM CONSULTANT IN PLASTIC SURGERY

Location: NHS trust
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Agency Locum – Full-time / Part-time considered
Grade: Consultant
Specialty: Plastic Surgery

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Locum Consultant in Plastic Surgery to join the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Department at [NHS Trust]. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients while supporting elective and emergency plastic surgery services. The role will cover outpatient clinics, operating lists, and participation in the on-call rota where required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery (or within 6 months of CCT).
• Relevant experience in general plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Competence in managing emergency plastic surgery cases, including trauma and hand injuries.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to start at short notice (ASAP).

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• Subspecialty interest (e.g., hand surgery, skin oncology, microsurgery, burns) – depending on service need.
• Previous NHS consultant or senior locum experience.
• Evidence of teaching, audit, and clinical governance involvement.

• Deliver safe, effective, and timely care to patients requiring plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Undertake elective and emergency operating sessions in line with departmental needs.
• Run outpatient clinics, including new referrals and follow-up patients.
• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
• Contribute to the on-call rota for plastic surgery (as agreed).
• Provide clinical supervision and teaching for junior doctors, trainees, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in line with Trust policies.
• Adhere to GMC and NHS standards of professional conduct and clinical governance.
• Support service development and quality improvement initiatives within the department.