ENT Consultant Surgeon (with special interest in Otology)

Job summary

This post provides an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join the existing team of 10 ENT consultants whilst delivering a specialist interest in all aspects of otology. The candidate will have the opportunity to be part of the bi-monthly cochlear MDT, IAD MDT and fortnightly Skull Base MDT depending on specific interest. The successful candidate will link into a progressive and enthusiastic multi-professional team based at James Cook which provides comprehensive ENT services to the population of Teesside, South Durham and North Yorkshire. They will contribute to the department's teaching and training activities.

The department hosts the North East Cochlear Implant Programme (NERCIP), and contributes to a subregional lateral skull base surgical service in conjunction with the on site neurosurgical team. This is supported by a comprehensive audiology team delivering tertiary audiology, neonatal screening and management of balance disorders.

The department also comprises a fully established complete supraregional subspecialised Otorhinolaryngology service. This includes Rhinology (with anterior skull base surgery), Head and Neck surgery, the sub-regional Head and Neck oncology centre and Paediatric ENT. Other specialist services in the department include adult voice, paediatric voice, airway and swallow, and a comprehensive head & neck dystonia service, offering botulinum toxin treatment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge & expertise in ENT with a sub-specialist interest in Otology. The post holder is therefore required to have full registration with the General Medical Council and a valid licence to practice and be on the specialist register for ENT or be within 6 months of CCT or equivalent at the time of interview.

About us

The ENT department is centrally based within a modern purpose built facility in the James Cook University Hospital, with a peripheral service network across the region. The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England. The Otology Team enjoys a close and collaborative working relationship with the Neurosurgical, Maxillofacial, Plastic Surgery and Ophthalmology departments, all based at James Cook.

Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline and countryside and a great range of local amenities, shopping and nightlife.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.

Applicants should possess full GMC registration, FRCS (or equivalent) and either already be on the Specialist Register or be within approximately 6 months of receiving their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of interview.

The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract.

Date posted: 27 March 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 328-SC-MED-0368-A

Job locations: The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training Essential

• Full GMC registration
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of interview
• Evidence of completion of formal training programme in ENT
• Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons/or Equivalent
• Training and experience in Otologic surgery
• Training in cochlear implantation or skull base and IAD surgery

Desirable

• Educational Supervisor Training
• Qualifications in other specialist skill

Clinical experience and effectiveness Essential

• Clinical experience equivalent to completion of a formal training program in specialist otology
• Experience of leading improvement programmes, implementing change and monitoring compliance
• Evidence of teaching/training junior medical staff and undergraduate students
• Broad experience in General ENT and ENT emergency care

Desirable

• Evidence of research
• Evidence of innovative service developments
• Evidence of any additional training or fellowship in Otology

Personal Attributes Essential

• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies
• Resident within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital

Teaching and training experiences Desirable

• Evidence of developing educational material or courses

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW

Employer's website: https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/