Job Overview
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for international medical professionals seeking to relocate to the United Kingdom. We are recruiting for a Consultant Ortho-Geriatric Physician position based at Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) in Farnborough Common, with the potential to work across our Orpington site. This is a new Consultant post initially offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract with excellent prospects for permanency.
About King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust stands as one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts, with an impressive annual turnover of £1.8 billion. We operate across five hospitals throughout South East London and Kent, including King’s College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington Hospital, Queen Mary’s Hospital Sidcup, and Beckenham Beacon. Our dedicated team of nearly 14,000 staff provides exceptional care to over 1.5 million patients annually.
Our Vision and Commitment
Our Strong Roots, Global Reach strategy, established in 2021, outlines our BOLD vision and unwavering commitment to: Brilliant People, Outstanding Care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. We are nationally and internationally recognized for our pioneering work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac care, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke treatment, major trauma, and emergency medicine.
Position Details
Job Title
Consultant Ortho-Geriatric Physician
Salary Range
£109,725 to £145,478 per annum (Excluding London Allowance)
Employment Type
Permanent position (initially 12-month fixed term with scope for permanency)
Schedule
Full-time position
Location
Farnborough Common, Orpington, BR6 8ND (with potential work at Orpington Hospital)
Visa Sponsorship Information
We are pleased to confirm that King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust offers Certificate of Sponsorship for this position. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. We understand the complexities of international relocation and are committed to supporting successful candidates through the visa application process.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this role involves working within our multi-disciplinary team to lead and further develop care for elderly Orthopaedic Trauma patients. You will collaborate closely with our existing Ortho-Geriatric physician and Orthopaedic surgeons to provide comprehensive medical management for fragility and peri-prosthetic fractures in elderly patients.
Clinical Responsibilities
You will be based exclusively at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH), with an average of 8.5 Programmed Activities of Direct Clinical Care, 1.0 Core SPA, and 0.5 allocated for SPA or other uses. Importantly, this position involves NO On-Call commitment, allowing for an appropriate work-life balance. The job plan is flexible, and depending on your interests and service requirements, a specialty interest clinic can be incorporated into your schedule.
Leadership and Service Development
You will provide consistent ward level leadership and promote clear lines of communication between patients, relatives, and staff. Your involvement in service development and quality improvement initiatives will be crucial in embedding geriatric principles into routine ward care. The ultimate aim is to transform the culture of our trauma ward into one focused on providing high-quality care to older, frail patients as standard practice.
Essential Qualifications and Registration
Applicants must possess a registerable medical qualification and full Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). Your name must appear on the GMC Specialist Register on the date of taking up the appointment. On the day of interview, applicants must be within 6 months of CCT, in the final stages of their portfolio pathway application, or be fully registered on the GMC Specialist Register.
Essential Experience and Training
Candidates must demonstrate wide experience in medical management of fragility and peri-prosthetic fractures in the elderly, culminating in the award of CCT or equivalent. This experience should showcase your ability to handle complex geriatric orthopaedic cases with clinical excellence and compassion.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, experience in developing and adding value to an existing fragility fracture service would be highly advantageous. We value candidates who can bring innovative approaches and contribute to service enhancement.
Administration Requirements
Essential administration experience includes day-to-day organization of orthopaedic and trauma services for the elderly in a busy Teaching Hospital environment. Desirable experience includes management of trauma in the elderly and fragility fractures specifically, familiarity with the current structure of the UK National Health Service, conversance with recent initiatives and changes, and general computer skills with information technology.
Management and Leadership Skills
You must be able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams. Desirable qualifications include management courses and/or formal management qualifications that would enhance your ability to lead effectively in our complex healthcare environment.
Audit and Quality Improvement
A thorough understanding of medical audit principles is essential, and you must have undertaken and completed audit projects. Audit publications would be considered desirable and demonstrate your commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Research and Publications
Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of medical management of fragility and peri-prosthetic fractures in the elderly is essential. Publication of relevant review articles would be considered advantageous and reflect your engagement with the academic community.
Teaching Experience
Experience in undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation is essential. Desirable qualifications include teaching skills courses or formal teaching qualifications that would enhance your ability to educate and mentor junior colleagues.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. 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.
UK Registration Requirements
All applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information regarding overseas health professionals working in the UK, please visit the NHS Careers website.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. The closing date for applications is 05 October 2025. We encourage international applicants to apply early to allow sufficient time for visa processing and relocation arrangements.
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact Chelsea Fullbrook-Cook, Deputy General Manager, at [email protected]. We welcome inquiries from international candidates seeking clarification about relocation, visa sponsorship, or any other aspects of this exciting opportunity.
Why Choose King’s College Hospital?
Choosing to join King’s College Hospital means becoming part of a world-renowned healthcare institution that values diversity, innovation, and excellence. We offer comprehensive support for international recruits, including assistance with relocation, accommodation, and integration into both professional and community life in the UK.
Career Development Opportunities
We are committed to the professional development of our staff and offer excellent opportunities for career progression, research involvement, and specialized training. Our close links with King’s College London/KHP provide exceptional opportunities for academic collaboration and professional growth.
Life in the United Kingdom
Relocating to the UK offers an exceptional quality of life, with excellent healthcare, education systems, and cultural opportunities. The Farnborough Common and Orpington areas provide beautiful surroundings with easy access to London’s vibrant city life while offering a more relaxed suburban lifestyle.
Equal Opportunities Employer
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcomes applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, as they are underrepresented within the Trust at this level. We are also accredited as an Age Positive employer, Apprenticeships provider, Disability Confident Employer, IWL Practice Plus, and MINDFUL employer.
Join Our Team
This is an exceptional opportunity for Consultant Ortho-Geriatric Physicians seeking to advance their careers in the UK healthcare system. With Certificate of Sponsorship available and comprehensive support for international relocation, we invite qualified candidates to apply and become part of our dedicated team providing outstanding care to our elderly patients.
