Job summary
The department of Otolaryngology at the Princess Royal University Hospital, a division of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, is looking for enthusiastic and committed consultants to join our existing consultant cohort. Successful candidates should demonstrate a broad experience in all aspects of ENT. Candidates should have a special interest in Head and Neck surgery or in Otology. The successful candidate will join at an exciting time with significant investment occurring in both the ENT department and the wider PRUH campus.
The remit of the postholder will be to work within the multi-disciplinary team providing and further developing care for ENT services. In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the department while having a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff.
The ENT clinical network in South East London (SEL) is one of seven clinical networks that are part of the SEL Acute Provider Collaborative (APC). The APC comprises the three acute trusts in SEL: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust.
The purpose of the SEL ENT clinical network is to bring together multi-professional leaders from all three trusts and the wider healthcare system to ensure the delivery of a consistent and high level and equitable access of care to our patients
Main duties of the job
The post will be based at The PRUH and Beckenham Beacon Hospital and attract 10 PAs. This can be reviewed as appropriate. The On-Call commitment is likely to be a 1:4 rota. As we expand and collaborate it may become less frequent. Although not at present and with no direct plans, there may be a requirement to undertake routine job planned work on Saturdays or Sundays as part of the total job planned PAs.
All employees may be expected to undertake work on any of the Trusts sites as required by the service. All employment is based at The Princess Royal University Hospital and Beckenham Beacon. As a senior employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trust's patients. Integral to these responsibilities is the following: -
- The provision of a first class clinical service
- Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the speciality
- Sustaining and developing teaching and research in conjunction with King's College London / KHP
- Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies
- Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's service plans
- Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the speciality, the Division or the Trust
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The Trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for all via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets by 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Together with the other consultants, to provide an ENT service. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.
- Shared responsibility with the other consultants for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
- Provide clinical supervision of junior medical staff as a shared responsibility with other consultant colleagues.
- Responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to CPD and clinical governance initiatives.
- Responsible for possible outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Divisional management team.
- Contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.
- Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
- Take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the departments/ Divisions Business Plan. This may include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with internal and external agencies.
- Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).
- Exercise professional leadership for all staff working in the specialty. This will include fostering and developing projects focused towards these ends and ensuring that the momentum of post-qualification professional education and other appropriate training is maintained.
- Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.
- Undertake Divisional management duties as agreed with the Divisional/departmental Manager/Clinical Director.
- Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
- Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.
Generic Statements for inclusion in all job descriptions:
- You have a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance responsibilities associated with this post.
- You are required to observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations, including complying with statutory and Trust core training.
- You are required to observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
- You are required to be responsible, with management support, for your own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
- The post-holder has an important responsibility for, and contribution to make to, infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures, which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.
- All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account, which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. You are therefore required to check this regularly and to deal with such communication promptly.
- This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post-holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Together with the other consultants, to provide an ENT service. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.
- Shared responsibility with the other consultants for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
- Provide clinical supervision of junior medical staff as a shared responsibility with other consultant colleagues.
- Responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to CPD and clinical governance initiatives.
- Responsible for possible outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Divisional management team.
- Contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.
- Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
- Take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the departments/ Divisions Business Plan. This may include assisting with discussions regarding service plans and developments with internal and external agencies.
- Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).
- Exercise professional leadership for all staff working in the specialty. This will include fostering and developing projects focused towards these ends and ensuring that the momentum of post-qualification professional education and other appropriate training is maintained.
- Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.
- Undertake Divisional management duties as agreed with the Divisional/departmental Manager/Clinical Director.
- Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
- Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.
Generic Statements for inclusion in all job descriptions:
- You have a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance responsibilities associated with this post.
- You are required to observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations, including complying with statutory and Trust core training.
- You are required to observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
- You are required to be responsible, with management support, for your own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
- The post-holder has an important responsibility for, and contribution to make to, infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures, which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.
- All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account, which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. You are therefore required to check this regularly and to deal with such communication promptly.
- This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post-holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- FRCS (ENT) or equivalent specialty specific higher degree
- On GMC Specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinctions,Scholarships, prizes, other degrees eg BSc MSc, MS
- Evidence of specific training in Head & Neck Surgery and Thyroid surgery or Otology.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently as an ENT specialist
- Ability to deal with all ENT emergencies
- CCT Otolaryngology with experience in benign and malignant head and neck surgery or Otology
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- An ability to communicate well with patients and staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to a relevant subspecialty interest in Otology or Head and Neck Surgery.
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Experience of direct involvement in completed audits
- Can demonstrate good understanding of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of audit outcomes positively influencing patient management
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching junior doctors
- Familiarity with e-portfolios
Desirable
- Relevant teacher training course
- Experience of setting up and organizing courses
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Good experience of administration and processes of direct clinical administration Experience of direct involvement in completed audits
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Relevant Management Course
- Experience of developing a new service
Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
Desirable
- Masters or Post graduate research degree
- Active research portfolio
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- FRCS (ENT) or equivalent specialty specific higher degree
- On GMC Specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinctions,Scholarships, prizes, other degrees eg BSc MSc, MS
- Evidence of specific training in Head & Neck Surgery and Thyroid surgery or Otology.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently as an ENT specialist
- Ability to deal with all ENT emergencies
- CCT Otolaryngology with experience in benign and malignant head and neck surgery or Otology
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- An ability to communicate well with patients and staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to a relevant subspecialty interest in Otology or Head and Neck Surgery.
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Experience of direct involvement in completed audits
- Can demonstrate good understanding of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of audit outcomes positively influencing patient management
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching junior doctors
- Familiarity with e-portfolios
Desirable
- Relevant teacher training course
- Experience of setting up and organizing courses
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Good experience of administration and processes of direct clinical administration Experience of direct involvement in completed audits
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Relevant Management Course
- Experience of developing a new service
Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
Desirable
- Masters or Post graduate research degree
- Active research portfolio
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).
