Job summary
There are 2 Fellowship Post
Advanced Fellowship Post 1. This post mirrors the Interface Head and Neck Fellowship and it recognized by the Royal College of Surgeons of England National Surgical Fellowship Scheme and it is suitable for post-CCST SpR's who are interested in obtaining further specialist experience before taking up a Consultant post.
Advanced Fellowship Post 2. This post has been applied for the Royal College of Surgeons of England Surgical Fellowship Scheme and it is suitable for post-CCST SpR's who are interested in obtaining further specialist training before taking up a Consultant post in the UK or abroad.
Main duties of the job
Post 1: This Fellowship is aimed at SpR's coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained. Due to the Covid Pandemic specific considerations regarding Fellowship Exam logistical issues may apply.
Post 2:
This Fellowship is aimed at SpR's coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Both posts are fixed term for 1 year and it is based at Guys Hospital where the Head and Neck Surgery Cancer Unit is established and weekly Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Oncology and Thyroid Meetings are held.
When On-call, the post-holders will be covering general Otorhinolaryngology at Guys and St Thomas, Department on a one in eleven basis with internal cover. This will be from home but on-call accommodation will be provided if preferred.
In line with our commitment to improving the working lives of our junior doctors, the duties and the hours of the new posts will be fully compliant with the New Deal initiative.
For more details of the head and neck post please contact either, Mr Simo, Mr Jeannon, Mr Oakley, Mr Arora or Mr Fry on 020 7188 2213 or 020 7188 2216. Informal visits are encouraged before applying for the post and for overseas candidates not able to travel, pre-interview meetings are encouraged can be arranged on MS Teams or Zoom.
Post 1: This Fellowship is aimed at SpRs coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained. Due to the Covid Pandemic specific considerations regarding Fellowship Exam logistical issues may apply.
The successful candidate will be working with Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, Mr Richard Oakley, Mr Asit Arora Mr Ricard Simo and a new consultant appointment on the Head and Neck firm and with the Oral and Maxillofacial Head and Neck Oncology Team under the supervision of Mr Alistair Fry and a new Consultant appointment. There will be opportunity to gain extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment head and neck cancer, salivary gland and thyroid disorders as well as ample opportunity to carry-out clinical research in the relevant fields.
Post 2:
This Fellowship is aimed at SpRs coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained.
The successful candidate will be working with Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, Mr Richard Oakley, Mr Asit Arora and Mr Ricard Simo on the Head and Neck firm. This post will not be rotating with the Oral and Maxillofacial Team but there will be an opportunity to work with the team when required. There will be opportunity to gain extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment head and neck cancer, salivary gland and thyroid disorders as well as ample opportunity to carry-out clinical research in the relevant fields.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Both posts are fixed term for 1 year and it is based at Guys Hospital where the Head and Neck Surgery Cancer Unit is established and weekly Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Oncology and Thyroid Meetings are held.
When On-call, the post-holders will be covering general Otorhinolaryngology at Guys and St Thomas, Department on a one in eleven basis with internal cover. This will be from home but on-call accommodation will be provided if preferred.
In line with our commitment to improving the working lives of our junior doctors, the duties and the hours of the new posts will be fully compliant with the New Deal initiative.
For more details of the head and neck post please contact either, Mr Simo, Mr Jeannon, Mr Oakley, Mr Arora or Mr Fry on 020 7188 2213 or 020 7188 2216. Informal visits are encouraged before applying for the post and for overseas candidates not able to travel, pre-interview meetings are encouraged can be arranged on MS Teams or Zoom.
Post 1: This Fellowship is aimed at SpRs coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained. Due to the Covid Pandemic specific considerations regarding Fellowship Exam logistical issues may apply.
The successful candidate will be working with Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, Mr Richard Oakley, Mr Asit Arora Mr Ricard Simo and a new consultant appointment on the Head and Neck firm and with the Oral and Maxillofacial Head and Neck Oncology Team under the supervision of Mr Alistair Fry and a new Consultant appointment. There will be opportunity to gain extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment head and neck cancer, salivary gland and thyroid disorders as well as ample opportunity to carry-out clinical research in the relevant fields.
Post 2:
This Fellowship is aimed at SpRs coming to the end of their rotation, who have obtained their exit exam, part III of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent (eg FRCAS or European Board Exam in ORL-HNS). Extensive operative experience is expected. Candidates who are not able to provide evidence of being passed part III or equivalent will not be considered and should abstain of applying for the post. The post has no recognition for training towards CCT. GMC registration must be obtained.
The successful candidate will be working with Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, Mr Richard Oakley, Mr Asit Arora and Mr Ricard Simo on the Head and Neck firm. This post will not be rotating with the Oral and Maxillofacial Team but there will be an opportunity to work with the team when required. There will be opportunity to gain extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment head and neck cancer, salivary gland and thyroid disorders as well as ample opportunity to carry-out clinical research in the relevant fields.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCS Intercollegiate exam or equivalent Otolaryngology training
- Full GMC Registration
- CCST in Otolaryngology or Maxillofacial Surgery or within 3 months of obtaining CCST
Desirable
- Higher Degree MD or PhD
- Publications in at least one Peer Review Journal in Head and Neck Surgery
Previous Experience
Essential
- Early experience of medical audit
- Evidence of clinical teaching
Desirable
- Published medical audit in the field of head & neck surgery
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- A high level of clinic and surgical expertise in the full range of general otolaryngology or oral and maxillofacial surgerylogy or oral and maxillofacial surgery
- Personal experience in head and neck and paediatric surgery
- Evidence of continuing personal education
- Proven teaching skills and a commitment to the training junior doctors
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate with colleagues - clinical and non-clinical, patients and relatives
- Team based approach to care and service management
Desirable
- Interface Fellowship, Evidence of an advanced course on Laser, robotics or reconstruction
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCS Intercollegiate exam or equivalent Otolaryngology training
- Full GMC Registration
- CCST in Otolaryngology or Maxillofacial Surgery or within 3 months of obtaining CCST
Desirable
- Higher Degree MD or PhD
- Publications in at least one Peer Review Journal in Head and Neck Surgery
Previous Experience
Essential
- Early experience of medical audit
- Evidence of clinical teaching
Desirable
- Published medical audit in the field of head & neck surgery
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- A high level of clinic and surgical expertise in the full range of general otolaryngology or oral and maxillofacial surgerylogy or oral and maxillofacial surgery
- Personal experience in head and neck and paediatric surgery
- Evidence of continuing personal education
- Proven teaching skills and a commitment to the training junior doctors
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate with colleagues - clinical and non-clinical, patients and relatives
- Team based approach to care and service management
Desirable
- Interface Fellowship, Evidence of an advanced course on Laser, robotics or reconstruction
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).
