Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Job summary

We are looking to appoint to a 10 PA substantive Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery post and a joint 50/50 appointment between Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (STH) and The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT). The employment contract will be held with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive, effective and modern Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Service, practicing the full remit of the specialty whilst recognising special regional and national specialist arrangements, e.g., Cleft/ Craniofacial Services.

The successful candidate will work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the team to provide a high quality, comprehensive service within this teaching hospital environment. They will be required to cover for colleagues during planned and unexpected periods of absence and will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the department.

The successful candidate would be expected to work with existing OMFS consultants to manage the OMFS general and trauma service. It is also anticipated that the successful candidate will work with regional colleagues to develop the trauma and orthognathic service across South Yorkshire.

A draft weekly timetable has been drawn up showing the expected distribution of time in the job plan. The draft timetable (outlined below) may be subject to change in consultation with the appointee.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice and full registration with GDC.

For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

For further information please visit the GDC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• full registration with GDC, Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• Basic Medical & Dental Qualifications.
• On the Specialist Register in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview).

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent
• Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships relevant to the post
• Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
• Member of specialist organisations

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
• Good written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
• Active involvement in a clinical governance programme

Management and Administration

Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
• Ability to organise and manage clinical priorities.

Desirable

• Experience of working with management groups
• Experience in managing rota's.
• Awareness of current issues in NHS.

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical and dental students at all levels.
• Ability and willingness to teach and mentor postgraduate trainees.
• Experience of organising post-graduate educational events.

Desirable

• Qualification in teaching

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
• Publication in refereed journals.

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
• Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research.
• Ideas for future research whilst in post.

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Evidence of wide-ranging clinical experience and competencies in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Maintains Personal Logbook containing outcome data and complication rates comparable with published UK guidelines.
• Completed ATLS training.

Desirable

• Completion of related Clinical Fellowship(s).