Ear, Nose & Throat Specialty Doctor

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

An opportunity has arisen to join the Department of Otolaryngology / Head & Neck Surgery at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. We have two 12-month fixed term positions available within the department.

One post has been created to aid the recovery of the ENT outpatient waiting times. The job role will comprise of otology, rhinology & Head and Neck outpatient clinics, and will include theatre attendance.

The second post has been created to aid a Head and Neck improvement project and will support new ways of managing suspected Head & Neck cancer referrals. The job role will comprise of both face to face and telephone assessment clinics, and will include MDT and theatre attendance.

The ENT service provides adult and paediatric outpatient and inpatient ENT activity at the major teaching hospital in Bristol, but also provides outreach clinics and inpatient support and advice across a range of other sites.

The Trust is the regional centre for otolaryngology, major head and neck surgery, skull base surgery, major ear surgery and hearing implantation.

The posts would suit a doctor who has completed core surgical training (or equivalent) and has experience in ENT.

It is also anticipated that the successful candidate will contribute to the academic, research and teaching aspects of the posts as it is based within the major regional teaching hospital.

Main duties of the job

Clinical duties

Clinical duties include outpatient clinics, operating and emergency care. These activities occur in the University Hospitals Bristol precinct. The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care.

Management and Leadership Responsibilities

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the departmental clinical lead and the Divisional Clinical Chair who is responsible to the Chief Executive and Trust Board.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.

Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Please note there are two different Job Descriptions as this post will be recruiting for both positions.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 2 years' experience as an SHO, or equivalent, in ENT.
• Experience as a registrar or equivalent in ENT.
• Knowledge of basic science and the ability to apply this to clinical practice.
• Knowledge of ENT to at least ST3 level and the ability to apply this in outpatients and theatre.
• Experience of teaching medical students.
• Ability to perform ENT operative procedures without direct supervision.
• Ability to provide clinical leadership for junior team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to be a flexible team member.

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation.
• Positive approach to evidence based practice.
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise MRCS or equivalent.
• DOHNS or other postgraduate qualification in ENT.

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.