Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Whole time Clinical Fellow in Rhinology / Anterior Skull Base / Facial Plastics to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a fixed term period of 12 months commencing 6th January 2025. The ENT service is based at at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
The posts do not award a National Training Number and MRCS and MBChB or equivalent are essential. Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to ST6 level or above.
You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
This post offers an opportunity to gain sub-specialty experience and training in Rhinology / Anterior Skull Base Surgery and Facial Plastics Surgery at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. The successful appointee will join a dedicated team providing a high quality sub-specialised, tertiary-level Rhinology / Anterior Skull Base Surgery service as well as an active research team. There will be opportunity to participate in advanced Rhinology / Endoscopic Sinus / Anterior Skull Base surgery.
The appointee will undertake duties and responsibilities in accordance with experience / competence and the needs of the departments. They will be expected to be involved in the day to day running of the rhinology service and care of patients, with involvement in the ward rounds, clinics, theatre sessions, and training of junior medical staff.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Changes in duties and responsibilities will be agreed with the consultant to whom the post holder will be responsible.
About us
PROUD VALUES
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visitwww.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST6+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST6+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Medical Degree or diploma from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
- MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Distinctions, awards, prizes, scholarships or other degrees
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical ENT experience in a secondary care setting.
- ST6 Level or equivalent.
- General professional training in ENT.
- Completion of Training (or equivalent) within 6 months of interview.
Desirable
- Interest in rhinology/anterior skull base surgery.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Willingness to contribute to teaching activities
Desirable
- Experience in provision of clinical teaching or training
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good oral and written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Medical Degree or diploma from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
- MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Distinctions, awards, prizes, scholarships or other degrees
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical ENT experience in a secondary care setting.
- ST6 Level or equivalent.
- General professional training in ENT.
- Completion of Training (or equivalent) within 6 months of interview.
Desirable
- Interest in rhinology/anterior skull base surgery.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Willingness to contribute to teaching activities
Desirable
- Experience in provision of clinical teaching or training
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good oral and written communication skills
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).
