Oral & Maxillofacial Specialty Doctor

NHS; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Speciality Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The role involves providing clinical sessions, participating in a non-resident on-call rota, and collaborating with dental services. Applicants should have relevant registrations and a minimum of 2 years’ experience. The position is based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary with travel required to other sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
• Completion of maxillofacial trauma plating course is desirable.
• Completion of SAAD course or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical sessions including new referrals and follow-up clinics.
• Participate in a 1:5 non-resident on-call rota.
• Deliver care in collaboration with Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry services.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Effective communication

Independent operation

Education

Full Registration with the General Dental Council / General Medical Council

FDS, MFDS, MJDF or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a full-time or part-time Speciality Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to join the OMFS team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, with travel to other sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Work within the OMFS team alongside 4 consultants (OMFS and Oral Surgery), 1 Specialist in Oral Surgery, 3 Specialty Doctors, 1 Specialty Trainee in Oral Surgery, and 2 Dental core trainees.
• Provide clinical sessions per week including new referrals, follow-up clinics, treatment under local anaesthetic, intravenous sedation, and general anaesthetic as appropriate, under consultant supervision.
• Participate in a 1:5 non-resident on-call rota (evenings and weekends) with support from a consultant/Associate Specialist 2nd tier.
• Deliver care in collaboration with Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry services to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
• Based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary with travel to other hospital sites as required.

About Us

We operate across three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (Barrow), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (Lancaster), and Westmorland General Hospital (Kendal), plus community premises and GP practices in Morecambe Bay. The Trust provides a range of planned and emergency services, including outpatient, diagnostic, day-case, and inpatient care, with local outreach services across the region.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full Registration with the General Dental Council / General Medical Council
• FDS, MFDS, MJDF or equivalent

Desirable

• Completion of maxillofacial trauma plating course
• Completion of SAAD course or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery
• Ability to operate and work independently while knowing when to consult senior colleagues

Desirable

• Experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or Oral Surgery

Professional Values & Behaviours

• Demonstrates professional values and behaviours as per GDC Maintaining Standards
• Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, and carers; respects patient dignity and confidentiality
• Provides safe, caring, and effective services; commits to diverse and inclusive practice
• Participates in annual appraisal, job planning, and performance reviews; reflects on own competence and seeks help when needed

Other Requirements

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post
• Computer literacy and willingness to learn Trust IT systems

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. The post may require Skilled Worker sponsorship. For UK visa guidance and registration, see the NHS Careers site and UK Visas and Immigration resources.