Junior Specialist Doctor (Higher) in Otolaryngology

Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an ENT, Head-Neck Surgery JSD (Higher) at Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals. This 12-month post offers a chance to work in a busy ENT unit, covering various services with excellent educational opportunities. Ideal for doctors seeking surgical training or competencies for CCT in ENT.

Qualifications

• MRCS qualification is essential.
• Experience in Otolaryngology or equivalent competencies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in elective and on-call activities.
• Care for elective ENT inpatients and acute admissions.
• Conduct clinical audits and support decision-making.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical Audit

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCS or equivalent

FRCS or equivalent

Job description

Applications are invited for an ENT, Head-Neck Surgery JSD (Higher) based at Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals. This is a 12-month post starting from July 2025.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to work within a friendly department at Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals, covering a busy ENT unit at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) and Birmingham Treatment Centre (City Health Campus). Emergency, inpatient, and paediatric services are at MMUH, while ENT outpatient and daycase services are based at BTC, with additional outpatient clinics at Sandwell site.

This non-training role is at ST3+ (Registrar) level and suits doctors working towards surgical training or aiming to achieve competencies for the portfolio pathway to CCT in ENT. Applicants must have achieved foundation trainee level competencies and possess ENT experience. MRCS qualification is essential. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, possess good interpersonal skills, and show a caring attitude towards patients, supported by evidence of good clinical practice.

The post involves a varied weekly timetable, including on-call commitments, outpatient clinics, and theatre lists. The post-holder will care for elective ENT inpatients and acute admissions via A&E under supervision. Audit and research activities are encouraged.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will participate in elective and on-call activities, with access to excellent educational and training opportunities in theatres and clinics. Regular teaching sessions such as Journal Clubs and departmental teaching are held. Elective outpatient work at both sites and ward duties during on-call shifts are included.

Weekly theatre lists, including emergencies, are scheduled. Participation in the full shift on-call rota (1:8 with prospective cover) covering MMUH, including post-take ward rounds, is required. Most activities are consultant-led, including inpatient reviews, theatre attendance, ward rounds, and independent ward reviews.

Although the post is non-training, a designated supervisor will monitor clinical and educational activities. Opportunities for subspecialist interests are supported. Duties may be adjusted as per departmental needs with notice.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country, a highly diverse area. We are a friendly, welcoming organization committed to caring for our patients, population, and staff.

Our values—Ambition, Respect, and Compassion—guide our work. We aim to improve life chances and health outcomes, striving to be more than just a healthcare provider. We want our staff to feel a sense of belonging, happiness, safety, and career development. Visit our website to learn more about our ambitions and people plans.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For an informal discussion, please contact:

• ENT Resident Doctor Liaison: Mr M Zafar, ENT Consultant, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]
• Clinical Lead ENT: Ms Ameera Abdelrahim, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]
• Group Director: Dr Subash Sivasubramaniam, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• Basic medical qualification (e.g., MBBS or equivalent)
• MRCS or equivalent
• FRCS or equivalent

Clinical Experience (Essential):

• Relevant full-time training and experience at ST1/2 or higher grade or equivalent
• Evidence of training in Otolaryngology or equivalent competencies

Personal Circumstances (Essential):

• Residence within a reasonable distance of the Trust's hospitals
• Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust’s sites

Other Requirements (Essential):

• Full GMC registration and license to practice
• Understanding of the current NHS environment, reforms, initiatives, and issues
• Appropriate immigration status (if applicable)
• NHS experience

Professional and Multi-disciplinary Team Working (Essential):

• Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team

Management and Administrative Experience (Essential):

• Experience conducting clinical audits
• Ability to use evidence and audit to support decision-making

Teaching and Training Experience (Essential):

• Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines
• Formal training in teaching

Personal Attributes (Essential):

• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to work under pressure
• Critical and enquiring approach to work
• Caring attitude towards patients
• Effective communication with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, and other staff
• Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development

Clinical Effectiveness (Essential):

• Experience of conducting clinical audits
• Ability to support decision-making through evidence and audit

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