Locum Orthopaedic Surgery Registrar

Job Overview

The Locum Orthopaedic Surgery Registrar provides senior‑level orthopaedic care across emergency and elective services, including fracture clinics, ward‑based trauma/orthopaedic care, theatres, and outpatient reviews. The role involves leading the management of patients with fractures, joint injuries, degenerative disease, and orthopaedic trauma, supervising junior doctors, and supporting consultants in a busy hospital environment. This position is ideal for experienced orthopaedic registrars seeking flexible locum work in Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and management of patients admitted under trauma and orthopaedic surgery, including fractures, dislocations, soft‑tissue injuries, arthritis, and orthopaedic trauma.
• Conduct detailed clerking, formulate management plans, and review investigations (X‑rays, CT, MRI, blood tests), escalating as required.
• Assist and participate in, or where appropriate lead, elective and emergency orthopaedic procedures under consultant supervision.
• Support fracture‑clinic and ward‑based follow‑up and clinic‑style reviews.
• Supervise and support SHOs and junior medical staff in ward and theatre work.
• Participate in ward rounds, consultant rounds, and multidisciplinary discussions relevant to orthopaedics.
• Cover on‑call rota, including emergency admissions and urgent orthopaedic referrals.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including admission notes, progress charts, and discharge summaries.
• Uphold infection control, patient‑safety, and clinical‑governance standards in the orthopaedic unit.

Requirements

• Medical degree recognised by the Irish Medical Council.
• IMC registration at registrar/NCHD‑level or equivalent, with prior orthopaedic experience.
• Previous registrar‑level experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery or a closely related surgical specialty.
• Strong understanding of common orthopaedic and trauma presentations.
• Eligibility to locum in Ireland (e.g., Irish/UK/EU passport or Stamp 4/1G).
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and continuous professional development.

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced clinical judgment and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence in managing undifferentiated musculoskeletal and trauma patients.
• Leadership and supervisory ability with junior staff.
• Professional, adaptable, and resilient approach in a high‑pressure environment.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

• Shift‑based rota including day, evening, night, weekend, and on‑call duties.
• Busy trauma and orthopaedic service with exposure to emergency admissions, wards, theatres, and outpatient‑style clinics.
• May involve short‑notice or urgent cover depending on service needs.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive locum hourly rates (typically in the €49–€71 range), depending on experience and hospital.
• Flexible working arrangements and variable‑length contracts.
• Opportunity to gain experience in leading orthopaedic and trauma centres in Ireland.