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 overs 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
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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 workforces 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. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MAIN DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
- 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MAIN DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
- 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
- BDS or MBBS or equivalent.
Desirable
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 GDC or 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.
Desirable
- A future desire to work in OMFS
Experience
Essential
- Competent to work under supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
Desirable
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
- BDS or MBBS or equivalent.
Desirable
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 GDC or 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.
Desirable
- A future desire to work in OMFS
Experience
Essential
- Competent to work under supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
Desirable
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
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