Locum Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

NHS; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated locum consultant to join their Head and Neck Oncology MDT team. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance departmental capacity while addressing service deficits. The successful candidate will be involved in training junior staff and managing complex cases, particularly in maxillofacial surgery. With a commitment to excellence and high patient satisfaction, this role promises a fulfilling career in a supportive environment. Join a team renowned for pioneering techniques and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include MBBS and dental qualifications.
• Experience in managing complex cases and microvascular surgery is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum consultant services and improve departmental capacity.
• Train and supervise junior medical staff and allied health professionals.

Skills

Management of complex cases

Microvascular surgery

Training and supervision

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Dental qualification registerable with the GDC

Successful completion of FRCS or equivalent

Entry on the UK Specialist Register

Job description

Job Summary

This role provides locum consultant services to maintain and improve departmental capacity, addressing service deficits due to internal job plan restructuring and increased demand. The post holder will be part of the Head and Neck Oncology MDT team.

Responsibilities include training and supervising junior medical staff and allied health professionals. Clinics and theatre sessions are held at East Grinstead and spoke sites. Changes or additions to job plan commitments, such as MDTs in our region, may be required.

Main Duties

The postholder will be based at Queen Victoria Hospital. Full training in all aspects of maxillofacial surgery is essential.

The role involves participating in the service, assisting colleagues with maxillofacial trauma, and demonstrating skills that complement and expand the existing skill set in Head and Neck Oncology, with opportunities for subspecialist interests and cross-referrals.

About Us

Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC, we are a specialist NHS hospital providing reconstructive surgery, burns care, and rehabilitation services across the South of England. We are renowned for pioneering techniques and achieving excellent clinical outcomes, with high patient satisfaction rates.

Our success is driven by skilled staff and a culture of partnership, with a strong commitment to training and workforce development.

Details

• Date posted: 07 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum (pro rata)
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 276-7188276-MD

Job Locations

Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, RH19 3DZ

Job Description

Please see the attached job description for full details about the role, job plan, and essential person requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Dental qualification registerable with the GDC
• Successful completion of FRCS or equivalent
• Entry on the UK Specialist Register via CCT, CESR, or European Community Rights (within six months of interview)

Clinical Expertise (Essential)

• Thorough training and experience in managing complex cases, including microvascular surgery

Additional Requirements

This post is subject to DBS check. UK registration and sponsorship requirements apply, with guidance available on the NHS Careers and UK Visas websites.

Employer Details

Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, East Grinstead, RH19 3DZ

Website: https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/