Specialty Doctor in Otolaryngology
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We at the Trust actively encourage Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) and disabled applicants, as well as members of the armed forces community and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce.
Job overview
Applications are invited for a Specialty Doctor in Otolaryngology Head-Neck Surgery Trust (Higher) based at Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust. This is a permanent post available to start from the 10^th June 2025. This post provides an exciting opportunity to work within a friendly department at Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust - a busy ENT unit, covering Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) and the Birmingham Treatment Centre (City Health Campus).Emergency, Inpatient and Paediatric service are at MMUH and ENT outpatients and daycase are based at BTC with some additional outpatient clinics at Sandwell site.
This is a non-training job at ST3+ (Registrar) level and would suit doctors working on a long term specialty doctor post or or looking to achieve competences for the portfolio pathway to CCT in ENT. Applicants must hold full GMC registration and have achieved foundation trainee level competencies and 3-4 years of ENT experience.MRCS is essential. Applicants should have the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, have good interpersonal skills, and demonstrate a caring attitude towards patients with evidence of good clinical practice. These posts have a varied weekly timetable, which includes on call clinical commitments, outpatient clinics and theatre lists.
Closing date: 12^th MayInterview date: 21^st May (am)
Main duties of the job
The successful appointees will participate in both elective and on-call activity. Elective work in outpatients at both sites and alongside ward colleagues when on call. There will be weekly allocated theatre lists including emergencies. Participation in the full shift on call rota (1:8 with prospective cover) covering MMUH, including post-take ward round is required.A large majority of activities are consultant led. Inpatient work includes review of ENT emergency and elective patients, attending both elective and emergency theatre, and attendance on consultant ward rounds as well as performing ward rounds independently.
Although the post is non-training a named supervisor will be assigned monitoring the clinical and educational activities. Opportunities to progress and develop a subspecialist interest would be supported. The duties of the job can be changed as per the requirements of the department and with appropriate notice.
The post-holders will be responsible for the care of both elective ENT inpatients as well as acute admissions via A&E under the supervision of a consultant. Audit and research activities are actively encouraged. The department offers excellent educational and training opportunities in theatre and clinics.
There are regular teaching sessions in the form of Journal Clubs and Departmental teaching.
Working for our organisation
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it.Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Clinical Lead ENT; Ms Ameera Abdelrahim Telephone ; 0121 554 3801 via switch Email: [email protected]Group Director; Dr Subash Sivasubramaniam Telephone; 0121 554 3801 Email: [email protected]
Person specification
Other Requirements
Essential criteria- Full GMC Registration and licence to practise
- Appropriate Immigration Status (where appropriate)
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues.
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Basic Medical Qualification (MBBS/MBChB)
- MRCS or equivalent
- FRCS or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential criteria- Full time training and experience at ST1/2 or higher grade or equivalent
- Evidence of training in Otolaryngology or equivalent experience and competencies
Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working
Essential criteria- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
- Peer reviewed publication Research experience/higher degree
Teaching and Training experience
Essential criteria- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff and other disciplines.
- Formal training in teaching
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, other staff and agencies
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
Personal Circumstances
Essential criteria- Residence within a reasonable distance of the Trust’s Hospitals
- Ability to undertake clinical commitments at any of the Trust’s sites.
We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process.