Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Upton; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a full-time Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant to join an enthusiastic team. The role involves independent theatre sessions, attending to patients in wards and emergencies, and supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate will be part of a supportive environment that values care and competence. Applications are open until October 30, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Undertake independent theatre sessions.
• Visit ward-based patients as necessary.
• Attend to emergency patients referred by A&E.
• Keep clear clinical records daily.
• Supervise trainees and middle grade staff.
• Coordinate junior staff rotas and leaves.
• Follow departmental medical cover protocols.

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

An opportunity has arisen for a full time, Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant to join a very enthusiastic Maxillofacial team at the Wirral University Teaching Hospital, Merseyside.

The successful candidate would be expected to work closely with both Oral & Maxillofacial Consultant and Orthodontic colleagues to provide a fully comprehensive oral and maxillofacial service to the patients of the Wirral.

The Consultant Surgeon will attend out-patient clinics, both general and specialist.

Responsibilities

• The undertaking of independent theatre sessions.
• Visits to individual ward-based patients as necessary.
• Attending emergency patients referred by A&E or ward staff as necessary in conjunction with on call DCT.
• Keeping such clinical records as may be required. These must be dated, named clearly and signed, and made at least daily for all inpatients. Other related administrative duties including discharge and clinic letters.
• Supervision of the trainees and middle grades when they are performing clinical duties.
• Co-ordination of junior staff daily and weekly rotas, annual and study leave.
• To agree to read and follow any protocols of medical cover laid down (either in writing or verbally) for the department.

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

About Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Application

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery position available at WUTH.

This advert closes on Thursday 30 Oct 2025