Job summary
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, this is a substantive post.
Applications are invited for the post of Specialty Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, the appointed candidate will work alongside the two Consultants and the Associate specialist. The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery serves a population of 350,000.
The hospital is excellently placed geographically, being near junction 15 on the M4, 75 miles from London and 35 miles from Bristol. It is in the midst of beautiful countryside sitting at the foot of the Marlborough Downs and just south of the Cotswolds.
Main duties of the job
The principle role of the post-holder is to be an active member of the team. The post-holder is expected to undertake clinics and contribute time and effort to the day-to-day clinical matters that may arise. The post-holder is expected to take a teamwork approach to relationships with other departments, clinic and theatre staff.
About us
We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.
We are creating a heath and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The programme follows the curriculum recommended by the SAC in Oral Surgery and will include the clinical study in oral surgery and opportunities for research.
1. The appointment will commence ASAP.
2. The terms of appointment are as for NHS Trust Doctor
3. The salary will be depending on qualifications and experience of the person appointed.
4. The appointee will be encouraged to participate in formal research and audit projects.
A provisional timetable (Year 1) for the post is included in Appendix 1 for each post
The appointee will attend clinics and manage patients under the care of:
Mr Ganesh Sittampalam, Mr Montey Garg and Mr Greg Gerrard
(In addition joint clinics may be available).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The programme follows the curriculum recommended by the SAC in Oral Surgery and will include the clinical study in oral surgery and opportunities for research.
1. The appointment will commence ASAP.
2. The terms of appointment are as for NHS Trust Doctor
3. The salary will be depending on qualifications and experience of the person appointed.
4. The appointee will be encouraged to participate in formal research and audit projects.
A provisional timetable (Year 1) for the post is included in Appendix 1 for each post
The appointee will attend clinics and manage patients under the care of:
Mr Ganesh Sittampalam, Mr Montey Garg and Mr Greg Gerrard
(In addition joint clinics may be available).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BDS (or equivalent)
- Registration with the GDC with a License to practice
- Evidence of training progression
Desirable
- Successful completion of FDS/MFDS or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completed DF1 and DF2 year (or equivalent outside UK)
- Completed DCT/ST1/2 in Oral Surgery
- Competent in history taking and examination skills (e.g. experience of basic life support and resuscitation skills)
- Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of specialty
- Demonstrable experience in Oral Surgery
Desirable
- Accepts responsibility and able to take leadership role
Management Administration
Essential
- Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of specialty
Desirable
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates
- Able to contribute to departmental teaching sessions
- Demonstrate interest in research
- An understanding of the principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- To have completed an Audit Project
- Evidence of contribution to published research
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients and their relatives
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including out of hours commitments
Desirable
- Good oral and written presentation skills
- Able to function successfully under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BDS (or equivalent)
- Registration with the GDC with a License to practice
- Evidence of training progression
Desirable
- Successful completion of FDS/MFDS or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completed DF1 and DF2 year (or equivalent outside UK)
- Completed DCT/ST1/2 in Oral Surgery
- Competent in history taking and examination skills (e.g. experience of basic life support and resuscitation skills)
- Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of specialty
- Demonstrable experience in Oral Surgery
Desirable
- Accepts responsibility and able to take leadership role
Management Administration
Essential
- Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of specialty
Desirable
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates
- Able to contribute to departmental teaching sessions
- Demonstrate interest in research
- An understanding of the principles of clinical audit
Desirable
- To have completed an Audit Project
- Evidence of contribution to published research
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients and their relatives
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including out of hours commitments
Desirable
- Good oral and written presentation skills
- Able to function successfully under pressure
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).
