Job summary
University College London Hospitals is seeking to appoint a 6 PA Consultant in Otology with a specialist interest in Implantology, who has a commitment to high quality patient care, innovative service models, delivery of performance targets, and excellence in education/training.
Informal enquiries about the post are welcome. Please contact Mr Azhar Shaida (ashaida@nhs.net) Clinical Lead for Auditory Implants; or Nadeem Bashir (nadeem.bashir@nhs.net) General Manager, Surgical services at RNEDHEDH
NB: 1:14 On call commitment
CV is required to apply
Main duties of the job
This post is to maintain and develop the existing unique tertiary service at the Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital (RNTNEH). The appointee should be experienced in medical and surgical management of routine and complex Otology and Auditory Implants, and will be expected to integrate with and complement existing service provision. The appointee will join the RNTNEH Multi-disciplinary Otology and Auditory Implant team and will be expected to further develop the service
This provisional job plan is subject to agreement and change. The NHS is moving towards 6 day working for elective activity, and there is an expectation that all new appointees have an element of Saturday working in their job plan.
The consultant's job plan is expected to comprise 6 Programmed Activities per week on average, at at the RNENT, as well as our satellite clinics at Edgware and Whittington. The new post-holder will be expected to discuss and agree a detailed job plan including personal and professional objectives with the Clinical Director within three months of start date; and the Consultant may be required to undertake a prospective diary exercise to inform this process.
Of the 6 PA's, 5 will be Direct Clinical Care, including an on-call commitment of 1 in 12; and then 1 SPA. The DCC job plan follows a team based approach. The part of the job plan related to wider departmental activities, supporting professional activities and personal objectives is more individually tailored.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- RFull UK GMC Registration MCEM / MRCP(UK) / FRCS(ORL) and CCT or equivalent On GMC Specialist Register in Otolaryngology by date of interview NB: Non UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register and Specialist Register in relevant specialty by date of interview.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of management of complex otological cases including neurotology.
- Experience in the field of auditory implants (Adults & Paediatrics) Paediatric experience and training
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Adult & Paediatric ENT, Otology and its extended applications
- Experience with different cochlear implant manufacturers devices and other types of Auditory Implants
Desirable
- Experience in Complex Otology and auditory implants.
- Ability to manage and operate on complex cases independently at consultant level
Clinical Governance Management & IT
Essential
- Knowledge of audit methodology and experience of formal participation in audit
- Knowledge of research methodology and experience of formal participation in research
- Computer Literacy
- Excellent written & oral communication skills
Desirable
- Departmental management experience
- Experience of innovative service development
Teaching and Research
Essential
- Research experience and publications
- Commitment to teaching and training in ENT
- Commitment to training and staff development
Desirable
- Ongoing research interests
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to working flexibly to best serve the interests of the service
- Ability to work harmoniously as part of a team and value the contribution of all team members
- Good communication skills particularly in dealing with other medical teams and patients
- Commitment to the provision of a high-quality service
- Ability to work under pressure Self motivated and flexible
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- RFull UK GMC Registration MCEM / MRCP(UK) / FRCS(ORL) and CCT or equivalent On GMC Specialist Register in Otolaryngology by date of interview NB: Non UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register and Specialist Register in relevant specialty by date of interview.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of management of complex otological cases including neurotology.
- Experience in the field of auditory implants (Adults & Paediatrics) Paediatric experience and training
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Adult & Paediatric ENT, Otology and its extended applications
- Experience with different cochlear implant manufacturers devices and other types of Auditory Implants
Desirable
- Experience in Complex Otology and auditory implants.
- Ability to manage and operate on complex cases independently at consultant level
Clinical Governance Management & IT
Essential
- Knowledge of audit methodology and experience of formal participation in audit
- Knowledge of research methodology and experience of formal participation in research
- Computer Literacy
- Excellent written & oral communication skills
Desirable
- Departmental management experience
- Experience of innovative service development
Teaching and Research
Essential
- Research experience and publications
- Commitment to teaching and training in ENT
- Commitment to training and staff development
Desirable
- Ongoing research interests
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Commitment to working flexibly to best serve the interests of the service
- Ability to work harmoniously as part of a team and value the contribution of all team members
- Good communication skills particularly in dealing with other medical teams and patients
- Commitment to the provision of a high-quality service
- Ability to work under pressure Self motivated and flexible
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, UCLH
47-49 Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6DG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
