Job summary
This post is available within the Ear, Nose & Throat department, offering the successful candidate(s) the opportunity to work and train within Otolaryngology. The contract is for 12 months and is a service post, but clinical and surgical training will be provided to suit the candidates needs. Duties will include working on a full-on call rota covering a range of clinical activities, ward rounds, ENT on call, Maxillo-Facial on call, assessing ENT emergency admissions, supporting the emergency theatres at both Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital, as well as the opportunity to attend operating lists and outpatient clinics.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
- Otolaryngology ward rounds covering the Head and Neck Ward, Elective patients.
- Otolaryngology on calls covering admissions through the emergency department, emergency clinic, theatres, and outpatients' clinics (training and support will be provided in the form of an induction to ENT and regular departmental teaching) as well as supporting the wards with admitted patients.
- Maxillo-Facial on call providing initial clerking and resuscitation of patient before discussion with Maxillo-Facial registrar on call.
- Supporting otolaryngology cases in the emergency theatre when required
- Attending elective theatre lists and outpatients' clinics to support your learning and development
- Clinical governance including the participation in effective clinical audit and continuing medical education
- Contribute to department audit and research with consultant supervision. Opportunities are available to undertake personal research and enhance CV.
- Participation in regional ENT meetings, by creating and presenting ENT specific projects or research.
- Participation in teaching programmes for medical staff, medical students and other hospital employees as required.
About us
We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. H&N are working as a collaboration. and roles are cross site working.
The Trusts are one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
Essential
- Medical Degree MBChB, MBBS or other recognized equivalent medical qualification.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of foundation jobs or equivalent
- Previous experience in otolaryngology/OMFS
- NHS experience
Desirable
Management and Administration
Essential
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Good written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
Desirable
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities.
- Experience with audit.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
Essential
- Medical Degree MBChB, MBBS or other recognized equivalent medical qualification.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of foundation jobs or equivalent
- Previous experience in otolaryngology/OMFS
- NHS experience
Desirable
Management and Administration
Essential
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Good written and verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
Desirable
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities.
- Experience with audit.
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).
