Job summary
We are pleased to offer the opportunity for two Middle Grade Specialty Doctors (one substantive and one fixed term) in ENT Surgery to join our friendly and supportive team of ENT Surgeons at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. The department currently consists of 5 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Registrar and 6 Foundation/Core trainees working jointly with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals. Day-case surgery and outpatient clinics are provided at Rotherham Hospital with inpatient care provided at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
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. The posts are based at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (main site). The permanent post involves an on-call commitment (second on-call) at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The on-call commitment will be 1:9 with prospective cover for colleagues on the middle grade rota. There is no out of hours on-call with the fixed term post.
The post holders will work under the supervision of the Consultants in outpatients and operating theatres at Rotherham Hospital with occasional theatre sessions at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The permanent post will involve a mixture of outpatient clinics and theatre sessions. The fixed term post will be largely outpatient clinic based with occasional theatre sessions. Both posts will involve a mixture of General ENT as well as subspecialty work in Head and Neck, Otology, Rhinology and Paediatric ENT. Both post-holders will be involved in providing care to patients with ENT emergencies at Rotherham Hospital between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work? and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.
But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Posts
The posts are based at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. The permanent post involves an on-call commitment (second on-call) at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The on-call commitment will be 1:9 with prospective cover for colleagues on the middle grade rota. There is no out of hours on-call with the fixed term post.
The post holder will work under the supervision of the Consultants in outpatients and operating theatres at Rotherham General Hospital with occasional theatre sessions at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The permanent post will involve a mixture of outpatient clinics and theatre sessions. The fixed term post will be largely outpatient based with occasional theatre sessions. Both post-holders will be involved in providing care to patients with ENT emergencies at Rotherham Hospital between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
It will be a requirement of the post to maintain CPD activity (supported by funded study leave) to achieve Royal College compliance with the CPD programme and to maintain compliance with Rotherham hospitals MAST programme.
The Department is keen to support any key interests that a Specialty Doctor may have and encourages personal and departmental development to support the service.
The post holder will participate in the effective running of the department, contributing to an equitable share of the workload.
The post holder will maintain a close working relationship with the other middle grades and consultant surgeons, the nursing and audiological colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Posts
The posts are based at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. The permanent post involves an on-call commitment (second on-call) at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The on-call commitment will be 1:9 with prospective cover for colleagues on the middle grade rota. There is no out of hours on-call with the fixed term post.
The post holder will work under the supervision of the Consultants in outpatients and operating theatres at Rotherham General Hospital with occasional theatre sessions at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. The permanent post will involve a mixture of outpatient clinics and theatre sessions. The fixed term post will be largely outpatient based with occasional theatre sessions. Both post-holders will be involved in providing care to patients with ENT emergencies at Rotherham Hospital between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
It will be a requirement of the post to maintain CPD activity (supported by funded study leave) to achieve Royal College compliance with the CPD programme and to maintain compliance with Rotherham hospitals MAST programme.
The Department is keen to support any key interests that a Specialty Doctor may have and encourages personal and departmental development to support the service.
The post holder will participate in the effective running of the department, contributing to an equitable share of the workload.
The post holder will maintain a close working relationship with the other middle grades and consultant surgeons, the nursing and audiological colleagues.
Person Specification
Other criteria
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
- Experience of teaching and supervision of junior staff and Medical Students
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
- Teaching qualification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Fellowship of a recognised College
- Higher Qualification
Ability and Skills
Essential
- Basic ENT knowledge and clinical skills
- Management of ENT emergency conditions
Desirable
- Ability to perform routine ENT procedures independently
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years full time service with at least 2 years in Otolaryngology (ENT)
Desirable
- Experience of working at middle grade
Person Specification
Other criteria
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
- Experience of teaching and supervision of junior staff and Medical Students
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
- Teaching qualification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Fellowship of a recognised College
- Higher Qualification
Ability and Skills
Essential
- Basic ENT knowledge and clinical skills
- Management of ENT emergency conditions
Desirable
- Ability to perform routine ENT procedures independently
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years full time service with at least 2 years in Otolaryngology (ENT)
Desirable
- Experience of working at middle grade
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
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).
