We are seeking two ENT Specialist grade Doctors to join the current ENT team in the Trust. You will work Cross Bay with the Burrow in Furness as the main site. You will be contracted for at least 10 sessions per week with the option to increase along with service needs.

The applicants must have full registration with the GMC with a licence to practice.

All Applications submitted must provide evidence as part of their application regarding competencies specific to ENT. Please see attached document for reference and include Logbook upon submission.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicants will join the consultant rota and a broad experience in general ENT is essential. Any sub-specialty interest will be actively supported. The weekend on call rota would be 1:5 and the weekday 1:4 with prospective cover. They will manage their theatre lists, run independent outpatient clinics and the scope of work will be agreed with the clinical lead.

This post will consist of independent Theatres (supported by SAS or CT1/2), independent Outpatient Clinics and on call cover for the provision of the service and additional time for professional progression (see attached proposed JP).

About us

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our websitehttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise at time of appointment
• Medical Degree from a recognised university
• Completed specialist training in ENT/ otolaryngology or recognised equivalent qualification
• Meets the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework for both generic and ENT specific capabilities

Desirable

• FRCS in otolaryngology

Experience

Essential

• Completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and / or closed SAS grades.
• Equivalent years' experience in relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted
• Specific to ENT capabilities (see link and end of document)

Desirable

• Developed area of specialist interest
• Have previous employment in the NHS

Professional Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medical Practice and Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for Dentists)
• Demonstrates the underpinning subject-specific competencies i.e., knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope
• Clinically evaluates and manages a patient, formulating a prioritised differential diagnosis, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending of outcomes of treatment
• Manages the difficulties of dealing with complexity and uncertainty in the care of patients, employing expertise and clinical decision-making skills of a senior and independent autonomous practitioner.
• Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required
• Communicates effectively and can share decision making with patients, relatives, and carers
• Respects patients' dignity ensures confidentiality and appropriate communication where potential barriers exist.
• Adheres to professional requirements, participating in annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression

Leadership & Teamworking

Essential

• Awareness of leadership responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate leadership behaviour
• Develops effective relationships across teams and contributes to work and success of these teams - promotes and participates in both MDT and interprofessional team working.

Desirable

• Previous held leadership roles

Education and Training

Essential

• Critically assesses own learning needs and ensures a personal development plan reflects both clinical practice and the relevant generic capabilities to lead and develop the service.

Desirable

• Accredited teaching experience

Patient Safety & Quality Improvement

Essential

• Takes prompt action where there is an issue with the safety or quality of patient care, raises and escalates concerns through clinical governance systems where necessary.
• Collaborates with MDT and interprofessional teams to manage risks and issues across organisations and settings
• Evaluates and audits own and others clinical practice and acts on findings.

Desirable

• Completed QIP (Quality Improvement Project)

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values.
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued.

Desirable

• Formal training in equality, diversity and inclusion

Other

Essential

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Furness General Hospital

Dalton Ln

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

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