Ear, Nose & Throat Specialty Doctor

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Specialty Doctor in ENT to join their team at a major teaching hospital in Bristol. This role includes participation in outpatient clinics and theatre procedures, requiring a doctor with relevant core surgical training and a passion for ENT. Successful applicants will also engage in teaching and mentoring activities, contributing to the broader mission of delivering quality patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as SHO or equivalent in ENT.
• Knowledge of ENT to at least ST3 level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient clinics and theatre attendance.
• Provide clinical leadership for junior team members.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Clinical governance

Evidence-based practice

Education

Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise MRCS or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification in ENT (DOHNS)

Job description

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen to join the Department of Otolaryngology / Head & Neck Surgery at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. We have two 12-month fixed term positions available within the department + 1 H&N Swag Project position.

One post has been created to aid the recovery of the ENT outpatient waiting times. The job role will comprise of otology, rhinology & Head and Neck outpatient clinics, and will include theatre attendance.

The second post has been created to aid a Head and Neck improvement project and will support new ways of managing suspected Head & Neck cancer referrals. The job role will comprise of both face to face and telephone assessment clinics, and will include MDT and theatre attendance.

The ENT service provides adult and paediatric outpatient and inpatient ENT activity at the major teaching hospital in Bristol, but also provides outreach clinics and inpatient support and advice across a range of other sites.

The Trust is the regional centre for otolaryngology, major head and neck surgery, skull base surgery, major ear surgery and hearing implantation.

The posts would suit a doctor who has completed core surgical training (or equivalent) and has experience in ENT.

It is also anticipated that the successful candidate will contribute to the academic, research and teaching aspects of the posts as it is based within the major regional teaching hospital.

Main duties of the job

Clinical duties

Clinical duties include outpatient clinics, operating and emergency care. These activities occur in the University Hospitals Bristol precinct. The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care.

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the departmental clinical lead and the Divisional Clinical Chair who is responsible to the Chief Executive and Trust Board.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol &Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country,with aworkforce of over 13,000 staff and100+different clinical services across 10sites, serving apopulation of over500,000peopleacross Bristol and Weston.UHBW has been rated by the CQCas 'Good' overall and our staffare proud to deliver excellent careto patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust,committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Join us and you can enjoycity living, be in thecountryside or bythe seaside,with easy access to all the South Westoffers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer,actively working towards a diverse workforce,we aim tocreateaworkforce that represents the diversityofour communityand are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients andtheir loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-S5527-AFR-B

Job locations

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin St

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Job description Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential

• At least 2 years' experience as an SHO, or equivalent, in ENT.
• Experience as a registrar or equivalent in ENT.
• Knowledge of basic science and the ability to apply this to clinical practice.
• Knowledge of ENT to at least ST3 level and the ability to apply this in outpatients and theatre.
• Experience of teaching medical students.

Desirable

• Ability to perform ENT operative procedures without direct supervision.

Aptitudes Essential

• Ability to provide clinical leadership for junior team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to be a flexible team member.

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation.
• Positive approach to evidence based practice.
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation.

Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise MRCS or equivalent.

Desirable

• DOHNS or other postgraduate qualification in ENT.

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential

• At least 2 years' experience as an SHO, or equivalent, in ENT.
• Experience as a registrar or equivalent in ENT.
• Knowledge of basic science and the ability to apply this to clinical practice.
• Knowledge of ENT to at least ST3 level and the ability to apply this in outpatients and theatre.
• Experience of teaching medical students.

Desirable

• Ability to perform ENT operative procedures without direct supervision.

Aptitudes Essential

• Ability to provide clinical leadership for junior team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to be a flexible team member.

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation.
• Positive approach to evidence based practice.
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation.

Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise MRCS or equivalent.

Desirable

• DOHNS or other postgraduate qualification in ENT.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin St

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin St

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)