Job summary
This is a replacement, substantive 10 PA post for a Consultant in Otolaryngology with interest in Head and Neck and Paediatric ENT to join a well-established and ambitious department, driving forward new models of patient care in the post COVID era. The post is based in the Royal Berkshire Hospital with peripheral clinics in Bracknell, Henley or Newbury. The post requires general ENT skills and experience with a specialist interest in Head and Neck and ENT Paediatrics. We would also expect experience in academic ENT research to compliment and further the department's ambitions to expand its translational research portfolio with the University of Reading.
The successful applicant will support the current delivery of adult and paediatric ENT care, including contribution to the development of these services at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
The appointee will join the existing team to provide specialist care to this growing population of patients, and raise departmental profiles through teaching, education and research.
The interview process for this post will consist of a simulation assessment on the 22nd April 2024 followed by a panel interview on the 10th May 2024
Main duties of the job
Clinical Objectives
- To provide, with colleagues, Adult (and Paediatric) general ENT and specialist otolaryngology care in both in-patient and out-patient settings.
- To provide on-call cover for ENT service on a 1 in 12 rota.
- To support the consultant led ENT surgeon of the week on a rolling basis.
Management responsibilities
- Active participation in monthly clinical governance meetings within the department.
- Participation and involvement in meetings and other business meetings within the ENT service
About us
The Trust is under the leadership of Graham Sims, Chair, Janet Lippett, Acting Chief Executive and Will Orr, Chief Medical Officer. Successfully achieving Foundation Trust status was an important landmark for the Trust and recognised the commitment of its management team and clinicians to maintain the high quality of its service delivery.
The Trust has in place a Clinically Led structure placing the decision making responsibilities with Clinicians supported by management teams. As an organisation we do not stand still, and our success isbecause of the strong clinical leadership and the 'can do' attitude of the staff. There are 3 Care Groups (Urgent, Planned and Networked Care).
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a whole-time post with a minimum of 10 Programmed activities. The balance between Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional Activities will be agreed with the post holder in the final job plan. The SPA allocation is 1.5 for personal CME, audit and revalidation requirements including departmental meetings. Additional SPAs may be allocated for specific agreed objectives for the trust subject to the agreement of the Clinical Director.
This post is intended to provide high level ENT care. All consultants in the department now have 2 Theatre sessions per week with the remaining time dedicated to Clinic work/Administration and teaching. An indicative timetable for this post is shown below. This is subject to alteration prior to start of the job. The peripheral clinics are to be confirmed as the Trust is undergoing an Outpatient Transformation Program with ENT spearheading this novel approach to managing ENT patients post COVID. The aim is to streamline OPD activity and bring care closer to home using technological advances to assist with this.
Support for the Consultants is provided by the middle grade doctors who are timetabled equally between the consultants. There are 3 Foundation Year doctors associated with ENT and 2 GP trainees. There is good nursing support in the outpatient Department .
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a whole-time post with a minimum of 10 Programmed activities. The balance between Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional Activities will be agreed with the post holder in the final job plan. The SPA allocation is 1.5 for personal CME, audit and revalidation requirements including departmental meetings. Additional SPAs may be allocated for specific agreed objectives for the trust subject to the agreement of the Clinical Director.
This post is intended to provide high level ENT care. All consultants in the department now have 2 Theatre sessions per week with the remaining time dedicated to Clinic work/Administration and teaching. An indicative timetable for this post is shown below. This is subject to alteration prior to start of the job. The peripheral clinics are to be confirmed as the Trust is undergoing an Outpatient Transformation Program with ENT spearheading this novel approach to managing ENT patients post COVID. The aim is to streamline OPD activity and bring care closer to home using technological advances to assist with this.
Support for the Consultants is provided by the middle grade doctors who are timetabled equally between the consultants. There are 3 Foundation Year doctors associated with ENT and 2 GP trainees. There is good nursing support in the outpatient Department .
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration Within 6 months of CCST in (Speciality) at interview date
- Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of the United Kingdom or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD/ MD submitted/awarded
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in ENT
- Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice
- Fully trained in sub-specialist requirements
- All aspects of general ENT and patient care
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
- Undertake audits and present data as required
- Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce
Research, Teaching Skill & Experience
Essential
- Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals
- Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable
- Educational qualification
Patient Experience
Essential
- Contributes to improving patients experience
- See patients as individuals and involve them in decisions about their care
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to abide by the Trust CARE Values; Compassionate, Aspirational, Respectful and Excellence
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration Within 6 months of CCST in (Speciality) at interview date
- Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of the United Kingdom or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD/ MD submitted/awarded
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in ENT
- Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice
- Fully trained in sub-specialist requirements
- All aspects of general ENT and patient care
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
- Undertake audits and present data as required
- Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce
Research, Teaching Skill & Experience
Essential
- Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals
- Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable
- Educational qualification
Patient Experience
Essential
- Contributes to improving patients experience
- See patients as individuals and involve them in decisions about their care
- Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
- Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to abide by the Trust CARE Values; Compassionate, Aspirational, Respectful and Excellence
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).
