Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Trust Grade Doctor

Sikora Law LLC; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Trust Doctor within a dynamic Oral and Maxillo Facial Department. This role offers the chance to engage in a wide range of oral and facial surgeries, including trauma and surgical dermatology. The position is based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, where you will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. With a commitment to innovation and professional development, this role not only enhances your clinical skills but also offers a supportive work environment that prioritizes staff well-being and career progression. If you're passionate about making a difference in oral health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fitness Centre access

Libraries at hospital sites

Chaplaincy support

Childcare Co-ordinator assistance

Qualifications

• Essential: BDS or equivalent dental qualification recognized by GDC.
• Full GDC registration required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct theatre lists and outpatient clinics.
• Provide care for pre & post-operative patients.
• Attend emergency patients in A&E.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Listening skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCS Part 1

Tools

Information Technology skills

Job description

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen within the Trust to join the Oral and Maxillo Facial (OMFS) Department from September 2025 until September 2026 on a fixed term contract as a Trust Doctor.

The Department carries out the full range of oral and facial surgery, including oral and facial malignancy and microvascular surgery, facial deformity, facial hard and soft tissue trauma, surgical dermatology and dentoalveolar surgery. There will be a requirement to cross cover out of hours with colleagues in Ear Nose and Throat (ENT).

Applicants should possess BDS or equivalent dental qualification as recognized by the GDC, hold full GDC registration.

Interviews will be held on Friday 23rd May.

Main duties of the job

The post is centred on Sunderland Royal Hospital. The department oversees both elective and 'on call' commitments to hospitals south of the Tyne, including Shotley Bridge, South Tyneside and University Hospital of North Durham.

It may be very occasionally necessary to visit hospitals in the surrounding area for surgical lists and to attend emergencies.

The Clinical Work Will Include:

• Theatre Lists.
• Outpatient clinics.
• Ward work to provide care for pre & post-operative patients.
• Medical Examination of Patients.
• Attending to emergency patients presenting to A&E in Sunderland.
• Dento-alveolar and minor oral surgery.
• 1:7 on call cover including cross cover with ENT during out of hours on a joint rota.
  
  

About Us

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

14 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Foundation Doctor

Salary

£42,008 to £49,909 a year £42,008 (MT02), £49,909 (MT03)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-GSMD-0425-21

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• Theatre Lists.
• Ward work to provide care for pre & post-operative patients.
• Medical Examination of Patients.
• Attending to emergency patients presenting to A&E in Sunderland.
• Dento-alveolar and minor oral surgery.
• On call cover including cross cover with ENT during out of hours on a joint rota.
  
  

Person Specification

Personality/Attitude

Essential

• Empathy.
• Non-judgemental.
• Enthusiasm for learning.
• Awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
  
  

Teaching/Research/Audit

Essential

• Willingness to be involved in undergraduate and appropriate postgraduate teaching.
• Desire to make use of locally provided medical education.
• Evidence of audit experience.
• Understanding of principles and values of audit.
  
  

Desirable

• Evidence of exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
• Research experience.
• Evidence of audit experience.
• Specific understanding of own audit projects.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent.
  
  

Desirable

• MRCS Part 1.
  
  

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
• Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
• Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
  
  

Desirable

• Ability to research medical literature.
• Information Technology skills.
  
  

Knowledge

Essential

• Good basic general medical knowledge.
• Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge and clinical competence.
• Shows knowledge of evidence-base.
• Shows awareness of own limitations.
  
  

Desirable

• Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty/medicine.
• Demonstrates use of evidence-based practice.
  
  

Profession/Registration

Essential

• Full or Limited GMC registration to the end of the appointment.
• Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
• Punctuality.
• A clear desire and reason to work as a Trust Doctor in OMFS.
  
  

Experience

Essential

• Competent to work under supervision.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Experience of clinical risk management.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in OMFS.
  
  

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP

Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)