Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Paediatric ENT

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Manchester is seeking a Paediatric ENT Fellow to provide clinical support at post-CTT level. The role includes participation in surgical procedures, supervision of trainees, and independent outpatient clinics. Candidates must have a medical degree and complete higher training in ENT. This opportunity invites international and UK senior trainees who are committed to a sub-specialist interest in Paediatric Otology and Cochlear Implantation.

Qualifications

• Eligible for their own GMC registration.
• Commitment to developing a sub-specialist interest in Paediatric ENT.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hot week daytime on call rota.
• Supervise and support trainees in daily ward rounds.
• Join consultant-led operating lists for training.
• Undertake autonomous outpatient clinics.

Skills

Communication Skills

Willingness to listen and learn

Ability to work flexibly as part of a team

Education

Medical Degree

Evidence of completion of higher surgical training in ENT

Job description

Paediatric Otolaryngology at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital is delivered by a team of consultants with expertise across the full range of Tertiary and Secondary level Paediatric ENT surgical practise.

Names of Consultants

• Mr S Loughran – Clinical lead for ENT
• Mrs M de Kruijf
• Mr N Bateman
• Professor IA Bruce
• Mrs J Nichani
• Miss S Schaefer
• Ms A Harrison
• Ms Emma Gosnell

Purpose of Role

This post within Paediatric ENT will provide clinical support at post-CTT level under the supervision of the consultant body. The rest of the team comprises of another post-CCT fellow, two trainee middle grades, one locum middle grade, one junior doctor (SHO level) as well as an advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) and a trainee ACP. The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate that they have successfully completed a higher training programme in ENT by the time the fellowship starts and are committed to the development of a sub‑specialist interest in Paediatric Otology and Cochlear Implantation. The Fellowship is open to international and UK senior trainees.

Main duties of the job

Ward Work

• To participate in hot week daytime on call rota (1:10 weeks). You will supervise and support the trainees in conducting daily ward rounds, including the assessment, investigation and management of Tertiary and Secondary level Paediatric ENT surgical cases as well as inpatient consultations as requested by other specialities.

Theatre Work

• The post holder will be allocated two consultant‑led operating lists a week where they will join the consultant to receive training in a wide range of Paediatric ENT surgical procedures. This post specifically will focus on the development of skills in the subspeciality of Paediatric Otology (such as cholesteatoma surgery) and Paediatric Cochlear Implantation.

Outpatient Work

• The post holder will be undertaking autonomous outpatient clinics with consultant supervision, which will comprise of a mix of rapid access clinics and general paediatric ENT clinic. There will be opportunity to join speciality clinics as an observer.

Emergency/On call Work

• The post holder will share in the 'middle grade hot week on call rota'. Please see JD for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Medical Degree
• Evidence of completion of higher surgical training in ENT

Desirable

• Evidence of previous training in Paediatric ENT

Audit

Desirable

• Experience of Audit

Academic Achievements

Essential

• Research & Publications

Other Requirements

Essential

• Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration: an active licence, ceased licence or pending application with the GMC at the point of application. Candidates who do not fit these criteria will not progress through to the shortlisting stage.
• Evidence of commitment to the development of a sub‑specialist interest in Paediatric ENT.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Willingness to listen and learn
• Communication Skills
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!