Job summary
This post of a full time Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton & Somerset Hospital Foundation Trust in Taunton, is now advertised. It is aimed to work alongside the 4.5 FTE Consultants already in post. The OMFS Department also provided services in the other hospitals of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust: Yeovil Hospital (outpatients, minor oral surgery, DSU GA / LA), Minehead Hospital (outpatient clinic, DSU LA skin and minor oral surgery)) and West Mendip Hospital (LA skin surgery DSU hub).
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant would ideally have a special interest and experience in the management of head and neck cancer (oropharyngeal), skin cancer of the head and neck as well as being able to provide the full range of services within the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Other specialist interests and skills which may complement the existing OMFS service and are within the framework of services Commissioned by the Commissioning Groups may be considered. The successful applicant for this full-time post would be expected to provide the support required at present to help with the post-pandemic recovery and national targets.
The unit provides Head & Neck services for Somerset and the team has a very good working relationship with the extended head and neck service in Somerset and in Devon (Exeter). Links with Bristol Head and Neck team may also be supported if the opportunity presents.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.
You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.
We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post of a full time Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton & Somerset Hospital Foundation Trust in Taunton, is now advertised. It is aimed to work alongside the 4.5 FTE Consultants already in post. The OMFS Department also provided services in the other hospital of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust: Yeovil Hospital (outpatients, minor oral surgery, DSU GA / LA), Minehead Hospital (outpatient clinic, DSU LA skin and minor oral surgery)) and West Mendip Hospital (LA skin surgery DSU hub).
The successful applicant would ideally have a special interest and experience in the management of skin cancer of the head and neck as well as being able to provide the full range of services within the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Other specialist interests and skills which may complement the existing OMFS service and are within the framework of services Commissioned by the Commissioning Groups may be considered.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to peruse other interests like salivary gland sialo-endoscopy services, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular joint pathology and dental implantology. The successful applicant for this full time post would be expected to provide the support required at present to help with the post pandemic recovery and national targets.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post of a full time Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton & Somerset Hospital Foundation Trust in Taunton, is now advertised. It is aimed to work alongside the 4.5 FTE Consultants already in post. The OMFS Department also provided services in the other hospital of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust: Yeovil Hospital (outpatients, minor oral surgery, DSU GA / LA), Minehead Hospital (outpatient clinic, DSU LA skin and minor oral surgery)) and West Mendip Hospital (LA skin surgery DSU hub).
The successful applicant would ideally have a special interest and experience in the management of skin cancer of the head and neck as well as being able to provide the full range of services within the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Other specialist interests and skills which may complement the existing OMFS service and are within the framework of services Commissioned by the Commissioning Groups may be considered.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to peruse other interests like salivary gland sialo-endoscopy services, diagnosis, and treatment of temporomandibular joint pathology and dental implantology. The successful applicant for this full time post would be expected to provide the support required at present to help with the post pandemic recovery and national targets.
Person Specification
Quanlifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC Possession of or eligibility for a CCST in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery within 3 months On GMC specialist register for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Clinical experience and skills
Essential
- Clinical training in the management of head and neck skin cancer, surgical dermatology and facial plastics. Wide experience of, and practical skills in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a wide range of problems both emergency & elective within the Specialty Ability to take full, independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
Management
Essential
- Ability to organise and manage clinical work and priorities, including outpatient services, surgical waiting lists and operating sessions. Ability to both lead a clinical team and also be a 'team player'
Academic Achievement, Teaching and Research
Essential
- Willingness and adaptability to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. Ability to act as consultant trainer at specialty and pre-specialty levels Must be committed to register for CME and internal appraisal on appointment
Person Specification
Quanlifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC Possession of or eligibility for a CCST in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery within 3 months On GMC specialist register for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Clinical experience and skills
Essential
- Clinical training in the management of head and neck skin cancer, surgical dermatology and facial plastics. Wide experience of, and practical skills in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a wide range of problems both emergency & elective within the Specialty Ability to take full, independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
Management
Essential
- Ability to organise and manage clinical work and priorities, including outpatient services, surgical waiting lists and operating sessions. Ability to both lead a clinical team and also be a 'team player'
Academic Achievement, Teaching and Research
Essential
- Willingness and adaptability to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes. Ability to act as consultant trainer at specialty and pre-specialty levels Must be committed to register for CME and internal appraisal on appointment
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).
