OMFS Consultant (Head and Neck Cancer)

NHS; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an enthusiastic Consultant for their Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department in Peterborough. The role involves providing a complete range of maxillofacial surgeries with a focus on oncology and teaching. The department values collaboration, and the successful candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, manage outpatients, and take part in emergency surgeries. This full-time position offers robust support for both personal and professional growth in a dedicated environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of specialist training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Evidence of good outcomes in Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acute and elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery services.
• Participate in the skin MDT alongside various specialties.
• Conduct outpatient clinics and day case surgeries.

Skills

Operative surgery

Management of trauma

Effective communication

Teaching and supervision

Education

Full GMC and GDC registration

Higher Oral & Maxillofacial surgical qualification

ALS and ATLS certification

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to join the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Department with an interest in Oncology/ Head and Neck Cancer. The unit provides Oral & Maxillofacial service, Oral Surgery, and Restorative dentistry. It also houses a Day Case GA / LA operative theatre. The department has access to a Cone Beam CT scanner. There is scope within the Trust to further develop the services provided. Within the department, new and follow-up clinics as well as minor operations are performed under local and general anaesthesia. Treatment is also provided under general anaesthesia, both as day case and inpatient care.

The department enjoys good working relationships with other surgical services.

The Trust is working in partnership with the local Major Trauma Centre at Cambridge University Hospital (CUH) to deliver an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery out of hours cover at weekends. A centralised oncology service is provided for the region from CUH.

The department places a strong emphasis on the training of DCTs and SAS as well as providing teaching and education to regional DCTs and local General Dental Practitioners

Main duties of the job

Applicants are expected to have completed specialist training and have evidence of good outcomes in all aspects of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The successful applicant will be expected to provide a full range of Maxillofacial Surgery and will have the opportunity to develop subspecialist interests including, TMJ, orbital trauma and surgical dermatology. The post holder will be expected to work as a member of multidisciplinary teams working with groups of colleagues locally and regionally to develop and deliver high quality care as well as supporting all levels of trainees in managing outpatients, inpatients and emergencies.

The post holder will be integrated into an on-call rota providing cover for emergency work locally and other units in the region as necessary.

The post holder may be required to work off site and therefore the use of a vehicle or other form of transport will be necessary to meet these requirements.

Please see our information pack for more information on this opportunity and working at Peterborough City Hospital NWAFT

About us

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds -- especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals, and those living locally.

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff -- see the attached leaflet for details and are proud to be a supportive, inclusive workplace where you will feel valued and empowered. Join us and help make a difference in our community.

Job responsibilities

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time or job share applications will be considered.

The post is to replace a departed consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery that is currently filled by Locum clinicians. The department provides secretarial support and office accommodation. The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service.

The main duties of the post will include:

The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service. This post will be support a sub-specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and OMFS Trauma.

This post will include contributing to the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology.

Delivery of outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Peterborough City Hospital.

Urgent and emergency care duties, including out-of-hours on-call working within the provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On-call duties are shared with the Cambridge University Hospital Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:10 rota, currently assessed at 1.3pa.

Participation in teaching, training and audit, educational and clinical supervision of core trainees and SAS clinicians.

Provision of advice and support to the clinical team and peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation, and teamwork within the field.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• Full GMC and GDC registration
• Entry on to the GMC/GDC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
• CESR or European Community Rights
• An appropriate higher Oral & Maxillofacial surgical qualification
• Knowledge of the principles of research and evidence of recent involvement in research.
• ALS and ATLS
• Compliant with all Mandatory Training
• Participation in management activity SpR Management course
• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Knowledge/Skills/Clinical Expertise

• Ability to fulfil all elements of the job description
• Specialist knowledge of oral diseases and their management.
• Competence in operative surgery and management of trauma.
• Practical knowledge and proven experience of care of acutely ill patients
• Ability to develop the service.
• Demonstration of an interest and commitment to teaching others
• Experience of / ability to supervise and train junior doctors
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi professional and team basis with all levels of staff.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
• Evidence of initiating, conducting and organizing clinical audit projects
• Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in audits.
• Training in management skills
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic development of the Trust.

Experience

• Broad experience in all aspects of oral & maxillo-facial surgery.
• Proven interest and experience in Head & Neck surgery, including facial deformity
• Experience in surgical dermatology
• Experience of emergency care.
• Evidence of involvement in research projects
• Appreciation of and evidence training in Human Factors

Research and Development

• Higher Degree (MSc or PhD)
• Evidence of peer reviewed
• Publications

Teaching

• Commitment to dental education of undergraduate and postgraduates
• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience.

Management

• Evidence/ability to effectively lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team
• Highly motivated individual to join an active multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Specific training in communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate initiative to support the delivery of excellent patient focused care
• Ability to effectively organise and prioritise work

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.