Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust. The post holder will provide services for head and neck oncology and reconstruction as well as general oral and maxillofacial surgery and trauma on call.
This post has become available following retirement.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will provide head and neck oncology and reconstructive services in partnership with the existing oncology consultant. In addition to general maxillofacial and trauma services, leading the junior team in partnership with the two established Maxillofacial Consultants.
On call consists of a 1 in 3 rota weekdays covering University Hospitals Plymouth and 1 in 7 weekends on call covering University Hospitals Plymouth and Torbay with twenty-four-hour registrar/SAS grade cover and 1st on-call DCT/F2.
Our plan is to reduce the on-call to a 1 in 4 weekdays and 1 in 8 weekends with the appointment of a further OMFS consultant)
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Audit/Quality Improvement (QI)
All staff are actively encouraged to be involved in improving the quality of care for patients through QI and Audit.
Clinical Governance
The Maxillofacial department takes part in all expected clinical governance activities in line with UHP policies and process. All staff are expected to take part and will of course be subject to annual appraisal and revalidation. Monthly CME meetings are combined with departmental meetings to support staff development and improvements to departmental service provision.
Education
The Trust is working in partnership with the Peninsula Medical School, and the Peninsula Dental School. The Maxillofacial department makes a significant contribution to undergraduate education including Special Study Units, Plenary Lectures and formal teaching to both Dental and Medical Undergraduate students. Teaching activities generally are shared flexibly between interested staff.
Research
Research is actively encouraged. There is extensive opportunity and enthusiasm within the Department, Hospital and Peninsula Medical School for research developments.
On-Call Arrangements
The successful candidate will be expected to work a 1 in 3 weekday on call rota and 1 in 7 at weekends shared with Torbay consultant colleagues. This includes prospective cover for colleagues on annual or study leave locally. Registrar and SAS grade provide 2nd on-call cover. There is always a non-resident DCT/F2 providing 1st on call.
See attached JD for further job plan info.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Audit/Quality Improvement (QI)
All staff are actively encouraged to be involved in improving the quality of care for patients through QI and Audit.
Clinical Governance
The Maxillofacial department takes part in all expected clinical governance activities in line with UHP policies and process. All staff are expected to take part and will of course be subject to annual appraisal and revalidation. Monthly CME meetings are combined with departmental meetings to support staff development and improvements to departmental service provision.
Education
The Trust is working in partnership with the Peninsula Medical School, and the Peninsula Dental School. The Maxillofacial department makes a significant contribution to undergraduate education including Special Study Units, Plenary Lectures and formal teaching to both Dental and Medical Undergraduate students. Teaching activities generally are shared flexibly between interested staff.
Research
Research is actively encouraged. There is extensive opportunity and enthusiasm within the Department, Hospital and Peninsula Medical School for research developments.
On-Call Arrangements
The successful candidate will be expected to work a 1 in 3 weekday on call rota and 1 in 7 at weekends shared with Torbay consultant colleagues. This includes prospective cover for colleagues on annual or study leave locally. Registrar and SAS grade provide 2nd on-call cover. There is always a non-resident DCT/F2 providing 1st on call.
See attached JD for further job plan info.
Person Specification
Registration and Specialist Listing
Essential
- oFull UK GMC registration oEntry On the GMC Specialist list in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Education, qualifications and training
Essential
- oIntercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, or equivalent. oPossession of a certificate of Accreditation, or eligibility for a CST in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion oBDS or Equivalent
Desirable
- oHigher degree(s) oMFDS or equivalent, and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons, or equivalent oPostgraduate awards and prizes oOther medical qualifications
Particular skills and experience
Essential
- oDemonstrate evidence of having had a good subspecialty training oEvidence of ability to perform advanced specialty-specific procedures
Desirable
- oDemonstrate evidence of wide-based knowledge oAttended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 6 years covering the breadth of the specialty. oEvidence of Improvement based training and activity. oExperience outside specialty
Research and clinical audit
Essential
- oAbility to appraise scientific literature critically oEffective participation in relevant clinical audit
Desirable
- oPresentations at local/regional/national and international meetings oDemonstrate an enthusiasm to continue with research. oPublished (or accepted for publication) as principal author in peer reviewed journal
Teaching
Essential
- oTraining in teaching oDemonstrate experience in having taught other junior doctors and undergraduates
Desirable
- oFormal medical education qualification
Communication and interpersonal skills
Essential
- oWell presented application and CV oGood IT and presentation skills oEvidence of ability to communicate and operate well with patients and healthcare professionals
Desirable
- oDemonstration of leadership skills
Management
Essential
- oEvidence of interest and ability in management oManagement qualification
Person Specification
Registration and Specialist Listing
Essential
- oFull UK GMC registration oEntry On the GMC Specialist list in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Education, qualifications and training
Essential
- oIntercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, or equivalent. oPossession of a certificate of Accreditation, or eligibility for a CST in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion oBDS or Equivalent
Desirable
- oHigher degree(s) oMFDS or equivalent, and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons, or equivalent oPostgraduate awards and prizes oOther medical qualifications
Particular skills and experience
Essential
- oDemonstrate evidence of having had a good subspecialty training oEvidence of ability to perform advanced specialty-specific procedures
Desirable
- oDemonstrate evidence of wide-based knowledge oAttended appropriate courses/meetings in the last 6 years covering the breadth of the specialty. oEvidence of Improvement based training and activity. oExperience outside specialty
Research and clinical audit
Essential
- oAbility to appraise scientific literature critically oEffective participation in relevant clinical audit
Desirable
- oPresentations at local/regional/national and international meetings oDemonstrate an enthusiasm to continue with research. oPublished (or accepted for publication) as principal author in peer reviewed journal
Teaching
Essential
- oTraining in teaching oDemonstrate experience in having taught other junior doctors and undergraduates
Desirable
- oFormal medical education qualification
Communication and interpersonal skills
Essential
- oWell presented application and CV oGood IT and presentation skills oEvidence of ability to communicate and operate well with patients and healthcare professionals
Desirable
- oDemonstration of leadership skills
Management
Essential
- oEvidence of interest and ability in management oManagement qualification
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).
