Job summary
This post is
offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time or job share applications
will be considered.
The post has
been created to support the existing consultants and specialists in Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery and to continue to develop the skin cancer service.
Whilst the role will be based primarily at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield,
we provide services at our other hospital sites in Dewsbury and District
Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. The department provides secretarial
support and office accommodation. The post holder will be expected
to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder
will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and
elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service. This post will be support a
sub-specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and the development of
a sentinel lymph node biopsy service and Mohs micrographic surgical service.
This post will
include being a core member of the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic
Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology
Delivery of
outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Pinderfields
General Hospital, Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General
Infirmary
Urgent and
emergency care duties including out of hours on call working within the
provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On call duties are
shared with Leeds Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:12 rota currently
assessed at 1PA.
Participation of
teaching, training and audit, educational and clinical supervision of core
trainees and specialist registrars
Provision of advice and support to the clinical team and
peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and
appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation, and teamwork within
the field.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time or job share applications
will be considered.
The post has
been created to support the existing consultants and specialists in Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery and to continue to develop the skin cancer service.
Whilst the role will be based primarily at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield,
we provide services at our other hospital sites in Dewsbury and District
Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. The department provides secretarial
support and office accommodation. The post holder will be expected
to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery service.
The main
duties of the post will include:
The post holder
will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and
elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service. This post will be support a
sub-specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and the development of
a sentinel lymph node biopsy service and Mohs micrographic surgical service.
This post will
include being a core member of the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic
Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology
Delivery of
outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Pinderfields
General Hospital, Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General
Infirmary
Urgent and
emergency care duties including out of hours on call working within the
provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On call duties are
shared with Leeds Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:12 rota currently
assessed at 1PA.
Participation of
teaching, training and audit, educational and clinical supervision of core
trainees and specialist registrars
Provision of advice and support to the clinical team and
peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and
appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation, and teamwork within
the field.
About The
Department
The department
includes Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, and Community Dental
Service. Our team is made up of enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals
supported by a dedicated specialty-secretariat, with office and networked
computer facilities.
We serve a
population of approximately 650,000 covering Wakefield, Pontefract and
Dewsbury. Our main base is in Wakefield. We have a fully equipped and modern
out-patient department including 9
clinic rooms, 2 major treatment rooms, a recovery area and a maxillofacial
laboratory. We have an out-patient
department in Dewsbury with 2 clinic rooms and a minor treatment room.
The Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery service currently has 5 consultants (2 visiting), 6
Specialty Doctors, 2 Specialty Registrars and 11 core trainees. The Orthodontic
clinical team includes 4 part-time consultants, 2 specialty registrars and 2 orthodontic
therapists. The Community Dentistry Service has 1 consultant, 2 specialist
dentists, 1 senior dental officers and 3 dental officers and are based over
multiple sites.
The consultant body
covers most sub-specialty areas with the exception of major head and neck
cancer surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time or job share applications
will be considered.
The post has
been created to support the existing consultants and specialists in Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery and to continue to develop the skin cancer service.
Whilst the role will be based primarily at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield,
we provide services at our other hospital sites in Dewsbury and District
Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. The department provides secretarial
support and office accommodation. The post holder will be expected
to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery service.
The main
duties of the post will include:
The post holder
will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and
elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service. This post will be support a
sub-specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and the development of
a sentinel lymph node biopsy service and Mohs micrographic surgical service.
This post will
include being a core member of the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic
Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology
Delivery of
outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Pinderfields
General Hospital, Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General
Infirmary
Urgent and
emergency care duties including out of hours on call working within the
provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On call duties are
shared with Leeds Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:12 rota currently
assessed at 1PA.
Participation of
teaching, training and audit, educational and clinical supervision of core
trainees and specialist registrars
Provision of advice and support to the clinical team and
peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and
appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation, and teamwork within
the field.
About The
Department
The department
includes Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, and Community Dental
Service. Our team is made up of enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals
supported by a dedicated specialty-secretariat, with office and networked
computer facilities.
We serve a
population of approximately 650,000 covering Wakefield, Pontefract and
Dewsbury. Our main base is in Wakefield. We have a fully equipped and modern
out-patient department including 9
clinic rooms, 2 major treatment rooms, a recovery area and a maxillofacial
laboratory. We have an out-patient
department in Dewsbury with 2 clinic rooms and a minor treatment room.
The Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery service currently has 5 consultants (2 visiting), 6
Specialty Doctors, 2 Specialty Registrars and 11 core trainees. The Orthodontic
clinical team includes 4 part-time consultants, 2 specialty registrars and 2 orthodontic
therapists. The Community Dentistry Service has 1 consultant, 2 specialist
dentists, 1 senior dental officers and 3 dental officers and are based over
multiple sites.
The consultant body
covers most sub-specialty areas with the exception of major head and neck
cancer surgery.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge, skills and attitudes to the practice of OMFS
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number.
- Full GMC Registration
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist List for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Eligible for GDC registration
- Evidence of post CCT experience/qualifications in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery e.g. successful completion of SAC approved CCST training programme in OMFS (eligible if completion within 6 months of the date of the appointment)
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS and BDS or equivalent
- MFDS, MRCS and FRCS (OMFS)
- ATLS provider status
Desirable
- MFDS or equivalent
- Higher degree
- Prizes/Papers/Presentations
- Audit or Quality Improvement Projects
- Teaching qualification / awards
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Up to date knowledge, skills and attitudes to the practice of OMFS
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number.
- Full GMC Registration
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist List for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Eligible for GDC registration
- Evidence of post CCT experience/qualifications in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery e.g. successful completion of SAC approved CCST training programme in OMFS (eligible if completion within 6 months of the date of the appointment)
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS and BDS or equivalent
- MFDS, MRCS and FRCS (OMFS)
- ATLS provider status
Desirable
- MFDS or equivalent
- Higher degree
- Prizes/Papers/Presentations
- Audit or Quality Improvement Projects
- Teaching qualification / awards
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal 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).
