Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Speciality doctor post in Otolaryngology at Northampton General Hospital.
The new rota which is compliant allows plenty of time for further development and training. We have an active training programme and are part of the Oxford Deanery rotation for Higher Surgical Training in ENT. The department places emphasis on academics and the post holder will be encouraged to participate in research and audit.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will attend supervised theatre and clinic as well as have independent clinic and operating list. Part of the job plan will be flexible to provide cover for consultant/other middle grade leave. In addition to training in general ENT, Rhinology and Otology; the post holder will gain experience in Head, Neck and Thyroid/Parathyroid surgery. NGH is the regional hub for Head and Neck/Thyroid cancer treatment providing surgical service to a population close to 1 million covering Milton Keynes, Northampton and Kettering.
There are HD Flexible scope with monitors in all outpatient clinic rooms and recently upgraded modern instruments in operating theatre e.g. CO2 LASER, KTP Laser, Coblation instruments, Nerve monitor etc. Endoscopic Otology surgical procedures are routinely performed. In addition, specialist clinic e.g. One stop neck lump clinic, Voice Clinic, Combined cancer clinic are held every week. Weekly Head and Neck MDT are held on Friday and the post holder will be expected to attend this. Daily ward rounds are held to cover the 12 bedded Head and Neck ward.
The post holder will share day time on call with other middle grade doctors at NGH and out of hour on call as second on call for the region. A full complement of SHOs provide first tier on call and cover the head and neck ward and emergency ENT clinic.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be based at Kettering General and Northampton General Hospital. The post has a minimum of 10 programme activities. There are training lists but priority is given to the 2 Specialist Registrars on the Oxford Specialist Training Rotation. There are also autonomous theatre lists. The post holder will join the second on call rota, which is a 1 in 8 rota. Working hours are from 08.00 18.00.
The post holder will join the ENT team and will be expected to attend daily ward rounds unless off or attending training in Oxford. There will be a mixture of autonomous and training clinics and theatre lists as set out in the job plan. The post holder will share the duties for the provision of tracheostomies for ITU patients with their fellow Registrars both at Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals.
To fully support the delivery and development of the Head and Neck Service.
To share responsibility for the service with the other Registrars/ Specialty Doctors supported by the Consultants.
To participate in the management of the Department of Otolaryngology.
To demonstrate a firm commitment to clinical governance including participation in effective clinical audit and continuing medical education.
To participate in all teaching programmes for medical staff, medical students and other hospital employees as required.
The agreed job plan comprises a total of 10 programmed activities (PAs) per week. Initially this consists of 8.75 direct clinical care PAs (including on call commitment which may contain up to 1 PAs activity) and 1 SPA. It is anticipated that the SPA activity will be monitored and reviewed once the candidate is in post to ensure that this activity is remunerated appropriately. The job plan is subject to annual review and mutual agreement with theClinical Lead/Director.
ON-CALL COMMITMENT
1 in 8 on call is shared with Registrars and Specialty Doctors from Northampton General Hospital, and Kettering General Hospital. There are three tier on call cover.
The on call team is based at Northampton General Hospital that is open to all emergencies throughout the week while Kettering General Hospital is closed for emergencies over the weekend.
Emergency admissions are at Northampton General Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be based at Kettering General and Northampton General Hospital. The post has a minimum of 10 programme activities. There are training lists but priority is given to the 2 Specialist Registrars on the Oxford Specialist Training Rotation. There are also autonomous theatre lists. The post holder will join the second on call rota, which is a 1 in 8 rota. Working hours are from 08.00 18.00.
The post holder will join the ENT team and will be expected to attend daily ward rounds unless off or attending training in Oxford. There will be a mixture of autonomous and training clinics and theatre lists as set out in the job plan. The post holder will share the duties for the provision of tracheostomies for ITU patients with their fellow Registrars both at Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals.
To fully support the delivery and development of the Head and Neck Service.
To share responsibility for the service with the other Registrars/ Specialty Doctors supported by the Consultants.
To participate in the management of the Department of Otolaryngology.
To demonstrate a firm commitment to clinical governance including participation in effective clinical audit and continuing medical education.
To participate in all teaching programmes for medical staff, medical students and other hospital employees as required.
The agreed job plan comprises a total of 10 programmed activities (PAs) per week. Initially this consists of 8.75 direct clinical care PAs (including on call commitment which may contain up to 1 PAs activity) and 1 SPA. It is anticipated that the SPA activity will be monitored and reviewed once the candidate is in post to ensure that this activity is remunerated appropriately. The job plan is subject to annual review and mutual agreement with theClinical Lead/Director.
ON-CALL COMMITMENT
1 in 8 on call is shared with Registrars and Specialty Doctors from Northampton General Hospital, and Kettering General Hospital. There are three tier on call cover.
The on call team is based at Northampton General Hospital that is open to all emergencies throughout the week while Kettering General Hospital is closed for emergencies over the weekend.
Emergency admissions are at Northampton General Hospital.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MBChB, MBBS or other recognized equivalent medical qualification
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- FRCS (ORL -HNS) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
Experience and training
Essential
- Recent experience of working in ENT within the UK NHS setting
Clinical experience
Essential
- ENT training at SHO or Registrar and above level
management & Administration
Essential
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
Desirable
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities.
- Experience with audit
- Able to communicate well with patients and colleagues
- Evidence of effective team working and professional attitude
- An understanding of Clinical Governance
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate and other agencies
- A commitment to personal / unit CPD
- Access to own transport
Desirable
- Evidence of good leadership, organizational and management skills
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MBChB, MBBS or other recognized equivalent medical qualification
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable
- FRCS (ORL -HNS) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
Experience and training
Essential
- Recent experience of working in ENT within the UK NHS setting
Clinical experience
Essential
- ENT training at SHO or Registrar and above level
management & Administration
Essential
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
Desirable
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities.
- Experience with audit
- Able to communicate well with patients and colleagues
- Evidence of effective team working and professional attitude
- An understanding of Clinical Governance
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate and other agencies
- A commitment to personal / unit CPD
- Access to own transport
Desirable
- Evidence of good leadership, organizational and management 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).
