Role Purpose:
To provide continuous medical cover and support for elective orthopaedic patients, ensuring safe perioperative care, timely management of clinical issues, and effective communication with the multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide medical cover on wards and in theatres for elective orthopaedic patients.
· Monitor and manage perioperative patient conditions, including early identification and escalation of complications.
· Support consultants and surgical teams with pre-op and post-op medical management.
· Liaise closely with nursing staff, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and other MDT members to ensure coordinated patient care.
· Participate in handovers and ensure accurate documentation of patient care.
· Contribute to the delivery of enhanced recovery and same-day discharge pathways.
Qualifications & Experience:
· Medical degree with full GMC registration and appropriate licensing to practise.
· Experience in surgical or orthopaedic medicine, preferably in a high-volume elective setting.
· Competent in acute medical assessment and management.
Desirable Experience:
· Experience working in fast-paced orthopaedic or surgical units.
· Knowledge of enhanced recovery protocols and perioperative medicine.
Person Specification: Resident Medical Officer (RMO)
Essential:
· Full GMC registration with a valid licence to practise.
· Experience in orthopaedic or surgical inpatient care.
· Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and communication skills.
· Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a high-throughput environment.
Desirable:
· Familiarity with enhanced recovery and same-day discharge pathways.
· Experience managing perioperative medical care in elective surgery.
Pay: £400.00 per day
Work Location: In person
