Senior (Higher) Locally Employed Doctor in Advanced Rhinology

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Advanced Rhinology for a 12-month fellowship. This role involves managing complex cases, performing advanced surgical procedures, and contributing to research and education. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment, enhancing their skills while serving a diverse patient population.

Benefits

Fully funded position

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive culture and support for staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Substantial clinical and surgical experience required.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care essential.
• Interest in research with a higher degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the regional rhinology MDT.
• Mentor residents and medical students.
• Lead research projects.

Skills

Surgical skills

Patient management

Collaboration

Research

Education

Medical Degree

Completion of accredited ENT training with CCT or equivalent

Eligibility for GMC registration

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Senior (Higher) Locally Employed Doctor in Advanced Rhinology

The closing date is 28 May 2025

Applicants are invited to apply for the Manchester Advanced Rhinology, Facial Plastics and Anterior Skull Base Surgery post.

The program lasts 12 months and is based at Manchester Royal Infirmary and Salford Royal Foundation Trust. The Fellow will gain experience in managing patients with complex sinus disease, those requiring Rhinoplasty, and patients with skin tumours. Responsibilities include performing endoscopic sinus surgery, rhinoplasty, and excision and reconstruction of skin cancers. The role involves MDT management of patients with anterior skull base tumours, CSF leaks, Angiofibroma, and oculoplastic issues such as Graves orbitopathy and epiphora. The ideal candidate will have substantial clinical and surgical experience, a commitment to high-quality patient care, and a proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. Completion of specialist training in Otolaryngology (or equivalent) and full GMC registration are mandatory. An interest in research with a higher degree is desirable.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will manage the regional rhinology MDT, mentor residents and medical students, and lead research projects.

This fellowship offers an opportunity to refine surgical skills and gain exposure to a diverse patient population with challenging conditions. It includes professional development opportunities through conferences, teaching, and medical education programs.

This position is fully funded.

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn, creating an integrated health and social care system for over 1 million patients annually. It encompasses 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, fostering collaboration and innovation. The Trust has a robust research and education infrastructure and is committed to sustainability through its Green Plan. We promote an inclusive culture, equal opportunities, and support for staff wellbeing.

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities and required skills, please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification under Supporting Documents. We also recommend reading the Candidate Essentials Guide for information about the Trust, benefits, and application process.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to accommodate any special requirements. For support, contact [e-mail].

We look forward to your application!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Medical Degree
• Completion of accredited ENT training with CCT or equivalent
• Eligibility for GMC registration (active, ceased, or pending)

Audit

• Experience of Audit

Academic Achievements

• Research & Publications
• Distinctions or Prizes during undergraduate training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust