Job summary
We are pleased to offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic Consultant with well-rounded training to join an existing team of Consultants.
The department currently consists of 4 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Doctor, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 ST 1-2 doctors working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. At any one time The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has 2 STR 1-2 doctors present at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. They attend clinics, theatres; deal with post-operative reviews and emergency work.
Main duties of the job
Virtually all aspects of ENT are carried out by The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Consultants except those requiring regional involvement for example skull base surgery and specialised paediatrics. Day surgery is performed at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site, inpatient surgery and emergencies are undertaken at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
The post holder will provide assessment for General ENT and Otology service in Rotherham with In-patient care in Doncaster. This is a new post and should be able to cover general ENT, Paediatric ENT and Otology; Mrs Douglas specializes in Otology, Balance and Paediatrics and Mr Richards specializes in Thyroid and Voice, Mr Evans in Thyroid and Head and Neck surgery and Mr Pankhania specializes in Rhinology and Head and Neck. There is a strong emphasis on day surgery and accelerated recovery; along with routine procedures. It is standard practice for patients undergoing mastoidectomy, myringoplasty, septorhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery, to have surgery as day cases.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the department for an informal tour and discussion. For more information about the post or to arrange a visit, please contact: Mrs Susan Douglas on 01709 424269 email susan.douglas6@nhs.net or Luke Darrell, Service Manager on 01709 427840 email luke.darrell@nhs.net
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community provider delivering a range of health care services to people in Rotherham and across South Yorkshire.
We are ambitious about our future and the part we will play in meeting the health and social care needs of the local community and the wider region. Our innovative and forward thinking approach means we are at the forefront of care delivery for people at home, in the community and in hospital.
At the heart of the Trust are more than 4,500 members of staff who are working out of the main Rotherham Hospital site and a number of community locations. A range of specialist services are delivered across the South Yorkshire region and nationally.
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from everyone. The Trust seeks to establish a workforce as diverse as the population it serves. We will consider applications to work flexibly. If you are disabled and require reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact the Medical Recruitment Team to discuss.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department
The department currently consists of 4 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Doctor, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 ST 1-2 doctors working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. At any one time The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has 2 STR 1-2 doctors present at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. They attend clinics, theatres; deal with post-operative reviews and emergency work.
The Post
Virtually all aspects of ENT are carried out by The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Consultants except those requiring regional involvement for example skull base surgery and specialised paediatrics. Day surgery is performed at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site, inpatient surgery and emergencies are undertaken at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
The post holder will provide assessment for General ENT and Otology service in Rotherham with In-patient care in Doncaster. This is a new post and should be able to cover general ENT, Paediatric ENT and Otology; Mrs Douglas specializes in Otology, Balance and Paediatrics and Mr Richards specializes in Thyroid and Voice, Mr Evans in Thyroid and Head and Neck surgery and Mr Pankhania specializes in Rhinology and Head and Neck. There is a strong emphasis on day surgery and accelerated recovery; along with routine procedures. It is standard practice for patients undergoing mastoidectomy, myringoplasty, septorhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery, to have surgery as day cases.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the training of the registrars who rotate through the South Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation.
The post holder will be provided with secretarial support to maintain their clinical practice. Currently ENT Consultants share an office with their named secretary. In addition head and neck cancer patients are supported by a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist in Head and Neck, to assist with the day to day care of head and neck patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department
The department currently consists of 4 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Doctor, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 ST 1-2 doctors working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. At any one time The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has 2 STR 1-2 doctors present at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. They attend clinics, theatres; deal with post-operative reviews and emergency work.
The Post
Virtually all aspects of ENT are carried out by The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Consultants except those requiring regional involvement for example skull base surgery and specialised paediatrics. Day surgery is performed at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust main site, inpatient surgery and emergencies are undertaken at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
The post holder will provide assessment for General ENT and Otology service in Rotherham with In-patient care in Doncaster. This is a new post and should be able to cover general ENT, Paediatric ENT and Otology; Mrs Douglas specializes in Otology, Balance and Paediatrics and Mr Richards specializes in Thyroid and Voice, Mr Evans in Thyroid and Head and Neck surgery and Mr Pankhania specializes in Rhinology and Head and Neck. There is a strong emphasis on day surgery and accelerated recovery; along with routine procedures. It is standard practice for patients undergoing mastoidectomy, myringoplasty, septorhinoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery, to have surgery as day cases.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the training of the registrars who rotate through the South Yorkshire and Humberside Training Rotation.
The post holder will be provided with secretarial support to maintain their clinical practice. Currently ENT Consultants share an office with their named secretary. In addition head and neck cancer patients are supported by a full-time Clinical Nurse Specialist in Head and Neck, to assist with the day to day care of head and neck patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of interview
Desirable
Ability and Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively under pressure of national targets.
- Effective communicator experienced in managing cancer patients
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing Otology and Paediatric patients
Desirable
- Subspecialty training or fellowship
Education and Training
Essential
- Experience and interest in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Time management/organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes.
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
- Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
Other Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities
- Ability to travel to Doncaster Royal Infirmary to perform elective inpatient surgery and to review acute admissions.
Research and Audit
Essential
- An interest in research
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of interview
Desirable
Ability and Skills
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively under pressure of national targets.
- Effective communicator experienced in managing cancer patients
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing Otology and Paediatric patients
Desirable
- Subspecialty training or fellowship
Education and Training
Essential
- Experience and interest in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Time management/organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes.
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
- Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
Other Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities
- Ability to travel to Doncaster Royal Infirmary to perform elective inpatient surgery and to review acute admissions.
Research and Audit
Essential
- An interest in research
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
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).
