University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

LAS ST3 - ENT

Information:

This job is now closed

Job summary

UHNM is seeking a LAS ST3+ Doctor to cover a vacant training post from 1st April 2026 to 24th August 2026.

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with ENT Consultants renowned for their exceptional service. The ENT team performs both surgical and clinical duties, addressing the increased clinical demand and aiding in the reduction of the backlog caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The role involves working across both the Royal Stoke and County Hospitals.

Main duties of the job

To provide an exceptional level of care for our patients presenting with problems requiring ENT input in an outpatient and theatre environment. The appointee will join the existing ENT medical team to:

Support a comprehensive outpatient service within ENT

Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge

Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter-disciplinary work

Triage of patients and safely discharge patients, when appropriate

The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidates and will be based on a 10 PA working week.

The appointed candidate would be expected to engage with the ENT Department delivery.

Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and expanding weekend working.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-

Job locations

University Hospital North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an exceptional level of care for our patients presenting with problems requiring ENT input in an outpatient and theatre environment. The appointee will join the existing ENT medical team to:

Support a comprehensive outpatient service within ENT

Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge

Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter-disciplinary work

Triage of patients and safely discharge patients, when appropriate

The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidates and will be based on a 10 PA working week.

The appointed candidate would be expected to engage with the ENT Department delivery.

Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and expanding weekend working.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an exceptional level of care for our patients presenting with problems requiring ENT input in an outpatient and theatre environment. The appointee will join the existing ENT medical team to:

Support a comprehensive outpatient service within ENT

Continue clinical responsibility for patients in your charge

Work with colleagues in other professions and support inter-disciplinary work

Triage of patients and safely discharge patients, when appropriate

The job plan will be agreed with the successful candidates and will be based on a 10 PA working week.

The appointed candidate would be expected to engage with the ENT Department delivery.

Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and expanding weekend working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full registration GMC

Desirable

  • MRCS, DLO or equivalent
  • Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree

Experience

Essential

  • NHS experience at SHO / CT level or equivalent experience
  • Proven participation in audit activities

Desirable

  • ALS
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full registration GMC

Desirable

  • MRCS, DLO or equivalent
  • Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree

Experience

Essential

  • NHS experience at SHO / CT level or equivalent experience
  • Proven participation in audit activities

Desirable

  • ALS

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ENT Consultant

Mr Vikranth Visvanathan

Vikranth.Visvanathan@uhnm.nhs.uk

01782679420

Details

Date posted

29 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-

Job locations

University Hospital North Midlands

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)