Job summary
We are seeking skilled and committed ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) Specialists to join our team in delivering exceptional ENT services to NHS patients referred by local GPs.
As a valued member of our team, you will provide comprehensive clinical triage, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring each patient receives the highest level of care. You will also play a crucial role in maintaining clinical standards, safeguarding patient confidentiality, and adhering to all professional and regulatory guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes and uphold the highest standards in ENT care.
Main duties of the job
As an ENT Specialist, you'll bring your expertise to support seamless, high-quality community healthcare. This role involves leading patient assessments, creating care plans tailored to each individual's needs, and offering specialist guidance for ENT-related conditions in a non-hospital setting. You'll work collaboratively with healthcare providers, focusing on efficient, compassionate care while helping to promote awareness and proactive management of ENT conditions among both patients and primary care professionals.
If youre motivated to impact patient care and foster clinical excellence, this opportunity allows you to do just that, within a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
About us
At Communitas Clinics, we deliver high-quality NHS community ENT and Dermatology services across London and the South East, transforming healthcare access for patients referred by their GPs. Our services are designed to provide top-tier clinical care in community settings, bringing specialist treatments closer to home.
Since our early days as a small operation in a single London borough, weve grown into a vibrant organisation with over 100 dedicated staff, proudly serving a community of over 4 million people. As an integral part of the NHS network, we are passionate about putting patients at the heart of everything we do. By improving access to specialised care, enhancing patient education, and empowering people to manage their health, were reshaping the patient journey and making quality healthcare more accessible.
We are driven by a commitment to excellence and patient-centered care, working hand in hand with the NHS to create a brighter, healthier future for our communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Triage & Referrals: Conduct thorough triage of all ENT referrals, ensuring timely and appropriate referrals to secondary care when needed.
Patient Assessments: Perform comprehensive assessments for patients presenting with ENT conditions, ensuring each patient receives a tailored, high-quality evaluation.
Diagnosis & Treatment: Provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and advice on acute ENT conditions in line with local referral guidelines.
Patient Empowerment: Support patients in self-managing their ENT conditions, offering treatment options and guidance that promote autonomy and well-being.
Accurate Record-Keeping: Maintain precise and timely patient records through clinical software, following standardized coding practices.
GP Collaboration: Work closely with referring GPs to strengthen clinical awareness and streamline the patient care pathway.
Policy & Governance Compliance: Uphold organizational policies and governance standards, promptly reporting significant events and actively participating in Clinical Governance Meetings.
Effective Communication: Use sensitive, effective communication, especially when obtaining consent, delivering difficult news, and supporting patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Patient & Colleague Advocacy: Act as a compassionate advocate for patients and colleagues, ensuring their needs are addressed professionally and empathetically.
Ongoing Professional Development: Engage in continuous learning to maintain clinical excellence and stay informed about the latest advances in ENT care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Triage & Referrals: Conduct thorough triage of all ENT referrals, ensuring timely and appropriate referrals to secondary care when needed.
Patient Assessments: Perform comprehensive assessments for patients presenting with ENT conditions, ensuring each patient receives a tailored, high-quality evaluation.
Diagnosis & Treatment: Provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and advice on acute ENT conditions in line with local referral guidelines.
Patient Empowerment: Support patients in self-managing their ENT conditions, offering treatment options and guidance that promote autonomy and well-being.
Accurate Record-Keeping: Maintain precise and timely patient records through clinical software, following standardized coding practices.
GP Collaboration: Work closely with referring GPs to strengthen clinical awareness and streamline the patient care pathway.
Policy & Governance Compliance: Uphold organizational policies and governance standards, promptly reporting significant events and actively participating in Clinical Governance Meetings.
Effective Communication: Use sensitive, effective communication, especially when obtaining consent, delivering difficult news, and supporting patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Patient & Colleague Advocacy: Act as a compassionate advocate for patients and colleagues, ensuring their needs are addressed professionally and empathetically.
Ongoing Professional Development: Engage in continuous learning to maintain clinical excellence and stay informed about the latest advances in ENT care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to provide tier 3 range of ENT services Experience of working within a team Experience of working with various patient demographic
Desirable
- Experience of working within a community setting Knowledge of local pathways
Qualifications
Essential
- GP with Extended Role GMC registered Able to provide tier 3 ENT services
Desirable
- Specialist Register Status Knowledge of System One UK /NHS Experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to provide tier 3 range of ENT services Experience of working within a team Experience of working with various patient demographic
Desirable
- Experience of working within a community setting Knowledge of local pathways
Qualifications
Essential
- GP with Extended Role GMC registered Able to provide tier 3 ENT services
Desirable
- Specialist Register Status Knowledge of System One UK /NHS Experience
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).
