Consultant in Otolaryngology (ENT)

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant ENT Surgeon with a subspecialty interest in Otology and Paediatric ENT. The post is a 12-month fixed-term role supporting the regional ENT service, including on-call duties and training responsibilities for registrars and junior staff.

The successful applicant will work within a team of consultants to deliver General ENT and paediatric ENT care, with opportunities for audit, research and undergraduate teaching.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in research and audit with implementation of change.
• Essential clinical skills and ability to work under national targets.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the General ENT and Otology service in Rotherham.
• Provide paediatric ENT care and day-case procedures.
• Supervise and train Specialty Registrars and junior staff.
• Participate in audits, research and teaching activities.

Skills

Research interest

Audit & change

Clinical skills

Time management

Communication

Teaching

GMC registration

FRCS ORL-HNS

CESR evidence

Management

Teamwork

Training programmes

NHS knowledge

Corporate responsibility

Organisational commitment

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent

Job description

We are pleased to offer the opportunity for a Consultant ENT Surgeon with a subspecialty interest in Otology and Paediatric ENT to join our friendly and supportive team of ENT Surgeons in Rotherham. This is a fixed term post for 12 months to cover a colleague on secondment. The department currently consists of 5 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 2 Specialty doctors, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 Foundation/Core trainees working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. Day-case surgery and outpatient clinics are provided at Rotherham Hospital with inpatient care provided at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. Virtually all aspects of ENT are carried out by the Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Consultants, except those requiring regional involvement for example skull base surgery and specialised paediatrics. Day surgery and outpatient clinics are held at the Rotherham NHS foundation trust site, whilst inpatient surgery and emergencies, including on-call work, are carried out at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The out of hours on-call commitment is currently 1:13 with prospective cover. The post holder will contribute to the provision and development of the general ENT and otology service, including paediatric ENT, at Rotherham. They will work as part of a team of 5 Consultants and will be expected to contribute to the training of the Specialty Registrars who rotate through the Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation, as well as providing supervision and support to our middle grade and junior medical staff. There are opportunities to be involved in medical audit and research as well as the teaching of medical undergraduates. The post holder will be provided with secretarial support and office space necessary to maintain their clinical practice. For further information please see the Candidates Application Pack.

The Department The department currently consists of 5 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 3 Specialty Doctors, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 ST 1-2 doctors working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. At any one time The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has 2 STR 1-2 doctors present at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. They attend clinics, theatres; deal with post-operative reviews and emergency work. The Post Virtually all aspects of ENT are carried out by The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Consultants, except those requiring regional involvement, for example skull base surgery and specialised paediatrics. Day surgery is performed at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site, inpatient surgery and emergencies, including on-call work, are undertaken at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. This is a fixed term post for 12 months to cover a colleagues secondment. The post holder will contribute to the General ENT and Otology service in Rotherham with In-patient care in Doncaster. The successful applicant should be able to cover General ENT, Paediatric ENT and Otology. Mrs Douglas specializes in Otology, Balance and Paediatrics, Mr Richards specializes in Thyroid and Voice, Mr Evans in Thyroid and Head and Neck surgery and Mr Pankhania specializes in Rhinology and Head and Neck. There is a strong emphasis on day surgery and accelerated recovery. Along with routine procedures, it is standard practice for patients undergoing mastoidectomy, myringoplasty, septorhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery, to have surgery as day cases. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the training of the registrars who rotate through the South Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation. The post holder will be provided with secretarial support to maintain their clinical practice. Currently ENT Consultants share office space. In addition head and neck cancer patients are supported by a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist in Head and Neck, to assist with the day to day care of head and neck patients.

• An interest in research
• Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit, Subspecialty training or fellowship
• Clinical Skills
• Ability to manage time effectively under pressure of national targets
• Effective communicator, Experience and interest in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training, Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
• Please confirm your GMC Registration Number
• MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
• FRCS (ORL-HNS) specialist qualification or equivalent, Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date
• Or
• Evidence of CESR application submission and within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Registration via CESR
• Management Skills
• Demonstrate effective team working skills
• Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes
• Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
• Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
• Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported. But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making. All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.