Applications are invited for the substantive position of Consultant in Otolaryngology (ENT) Surgeon. This appointment will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of service for the 2003 Consultant Contract (England).

The successful candidate will be an additional member of a dynamic team of three existing Consultant Surgeons in Otolaryngology based at Bedford & two visiting Consultants from Luton & Dunstable.

The ENT department provides a general Rhinology, Laryngology, Otology and Diagnostic Head and Neck Service and is located in a dedicated area that also houses the Audiology service, which is provided by a committed team of technicians led by an Audiological scientist. There are a number of established specialist clinics including Neck Lump clinic, Joint Clinic, Voice clinic and Rhinology clinic. A specialist Otology Clinic and Balance service is being developed. There are regular Thyroid, Head & Neck and Joint OMF/ENT Xray MDT meetings.
Main duties of the job

This is a full time (10PA) post and provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated clinician within a developing and growing service. The post is primarily based at Bedford Hospital with one day per week at Luton & Dunstable Hospital.

The post is primarily based at Bedford Hospital and is a replacement post due to retirement.

The on-call commitment is 1:4 week days covering Bedford Hospital with prospective cover for annual and study leave. Weekend on-call is 1:10 covering both Bedford and the larger ENT unit at Luton and Dunstable Hospital.
About us

Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites will be required.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. The Trust is mostly paperless with an digital patient record system, electronic requesting of investigations via ICE & PACS system. Both sites have recently acquired a Robot and there will be opportunities for the right candidate to be trained in Robotic Head & Neck surgery.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtual pre-interview assessment process.

Closing Date: 18.06.23

Assessment Date: 29.06.23

Interview Date: 07.07.23

Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months) or via CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Qualifications
Essential

• MB BS, MRCS, FRCS (ORL-NHS) or equivalent
• Relevant specialty degree qualification

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other higher degree
• Training in teaching ,e.g. PGCME, PGCert, Diploma in Med Ed
• Sub-specialty interest training and experience

Teaching, Research & Publications
Essential

• Conversant with principle of Research
• Evidence of research projects relating to specialty

Desirable

• Research experience
• Additional expertise in another clinical area to complement those of other consultants

Knowledge & Clinical Skills
Essential

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work
• Relevant clinical experience/expertise
• Sound comprehensive knowledge of common medicine, surgical and other emergencies

Desirable

• Publications relevant to sub speciality

Management / Audit
Essential

• Have a development interest in shared leadership and management within the specialty and hospital
• Able to lead the team, supported by other professionals
• Understanding of principles of clinical audit and evidence based medicine

Personal Skills
Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
• Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
• Leadership Skills

Personal Circumstances
Essential

• Reside within 10 miles or a 30-minute drive from the hospital
• Fit to undertake the role

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

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