Junior Clinical Fellow in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Junior Clinical Fellow in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. This full-time role offers a supportive environment with training opportunities in various surgical procedures, including head and neck cancer surgery and trauma. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, providing essential patient care while participating in clinical audits and research. With a focus on professional development, this position is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills before pursuing advanced training pathways. Join a leading provider of healthcare services and contribute to exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Full GDC registration and license to practice required.
• BDS or equivalent is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Participate in outpatient and inpatient care across two hospital sites.
• Engage in clinical audit and research activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic science and its clinical application

Ability to establish professional relationships with patients

Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Education

BDS or equivalent

Full GDC registration and license to practice

Job description

Job summary

Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow: Local Appointment Nodal Point 3 (MT03)

Contract: 12 months (fixed term)

Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week (no overnight duties)

Job ref: 438-MS3069

Employer: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Site: Royal Preston Hospital

Town: Preston

Salary: £49,909 per annum

Closing date: 02/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow: Local Appointment Nodal Point 3 (MT03)

Job overview

Are you looking to develop your skills in a supported environment, possibly prior to applying for a higher training pathway?

Applications are invited for Junior Trust Dentist vacancies in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We seek dentists committed to delivering excellent patient care to join our dedicated team providing a range of acute and elective services.

This is a full-time fixed-term post.

The department is staffed by 5 Consultants, 1 Higher Surgical Trainee, 5 Specialty Dentists, and 5 Junior Trust Grade Dentists.

On-call duties cover oral and maxillofacial work only, excluding night-time cover.

Main duties of the job

The unit offers a range of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. The post holder will work in a well-supported environment with training opportunities in:

• Head and Neck Cancer surgery
• Trauma
• Orthognathic surgery (including joint clinics)
• Dentoalveolar surgery
• Oral medicine

Daily duties include outpatient and inpatient care, supporting patient care and participating across both hospital sites, RPH and CDH.

Following training and competency completion, the individual will work in a supportive environment with participation in minor oral surgery lists (LA and GA cases).

The department encourages interest in clinical audit and research.

Working for our organisation

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is the largest provider of head and neck cancer services in the region and the regional Major Trauma Centre. The unit provides orthognathic and salivary gland services, offering excellent training opportunities.

The successful candidate will participate in the oral and maxillofacial junior on-call rota (08:00 – 21:00), with shifts supported by the on-call registrar/middle-grade/consultants.

We promote teaching and training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with modern education centres at both Royal Preston and Chorley and South Ribble Hospital sites, offering excellent facilities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Refer to the attached job description, person specification, and trust brochure for details on:

• What we can offer
• Job plan/on-call requirements
• The team

Person specification

Qualifications

• Full GDC registration and license to practice
• BDS or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• MFDS or MJDF equivalent
• Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees or diplomas
• Evidence of presentations and publications
• Teaching experience

Experience and skills

• Knowledge of basic science and its clinical application
• 1-2 years’ experience at junior level or equivalent
• 1st on-call experience in oral & maxillofacial surgery
• Ability to meet English language proficiency requirements for dental performers
• Proven ability to make good dental and medical notes
• Completion of undergraduate dental training in English or alternative evidence of communication skills

Desirable criteria

• Examples of a critical, enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition

Health

Meets professional health requirements in line with GDC Standards / Good Medical Practice

Personal

• Effective communication skills (with examples)
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to establish professional relationships with patients
• Flexibility to rotate as specified in the JD

Thank you for your interest. We encourage early applications, as the vacancy may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. We will contact you via email to update you on your application status.

For support during your application, refer to the "What we can offer you" guide and application tips available through provided links.

We recognize that some applicants may need adjustments during the recruitment process; please contact our recruitment team early to arrange accommodations.

Use of AI tools in application writing should be personalized and is monitored; applicants must declare AI use.

The supporting information should clearly demonstrate how your qualifications and experiences meet the criteria, using examples from your background.

Our "Working Smarter" pledge offers flexible working options and wellbeing support.

For more information, visit our website or social media channels. We look forward to your application!