Locum Consultant ENT - Specialist Interest in Head & Neck Surgery

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a locum ENT consultant for a dynamic role in a growing department. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in general ENT practices with a focus on head and neck surgery, while also providing vital services across multiple hospital sites. With exciting developments such as a new hospital in Watford and ongoing theatre updates, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Join a team that prioritizes staff wellbeing and innovative healthcare delivery, and contribute to excellent patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for staff wellbeing

Opportunities for training and education

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical management of common ENT conditions.
• Training in pediatric ENT surgery is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the regional on-call network for ENT services.
• Engage in clinic, theatre, and administrative duties across sites.

Skills

Surgical management of ENT conditions

Head & Neck surgery

Experience with pediatric conditions

Cross-site working

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in ENT

Job description

Position: Locum ENT Consultant

The ENT department at West Herts Hospitals is seeking to appoint a locum ENT consultant for 12 months to join the team, totaling 10 Programmed Activities (PA). Following 6-9 months as a locum, the post has secured funding to convert to a substantive consultant position through a competitive interview. This role is generalist with a specialist interest in head & neck surgery. Experience and training in the surgical management of common, non-specialized conditions in children are also expected. Job share and part-time applicants are welcome.

Successful candidates will join the Head & Neck directorate of ENT, Oral Surgery & Ophthalmology. The ENT team comprises 2 consultants, 1 associate specialist, 4 specialty doctors, 3 SHOs, and 1 specialist nurse. Services are delivered across all West Herts sites, including Watford General, St Albans City Hospital, and Hemel Hempstead Hospital.

The appointee will participate in the regional on-call network via East & North Herts (Lister Hospital), supporting out-of-hours services for Hertfordshire's population. With a new hospital planned for Watford and theatre updates underway at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.

Main duties of the job

This appointment is made by West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (WHTH). The role involves cross-site working with opportunities for educational and training engagement. The indicative job plan includes clinic, theatre, on-call, and administrative duties, structured to 10 PA's for full-time applicants. Job plans may be reviewed as service needs evolve. The Trust may consider long-day and weekend working in the future.

About us

We are expanding with a new hospital for Watford and theatre updates at St Albans City Hospital. Our award-winning virtual hospital and innovative care models exemplify our commitment to digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are priorities, aligned with our vision of 'Excellent patient care, together' and values of empowerment, compassion, professionalism, and inclusivity.

We offer flexible working options to support work-life balance. For support or guidance, especially if you have a disability or health condition, please contact [e-mail].

Job description

Please see the attached detailed job description for more information about the role and working at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Person Specification

Please refer to the Job Description for essential and desirable criteria.

Reference: 360-C-1057-A-A