Job summary
This post has primarily been designed for a keen candidate aiming to secure a higher surgical training post preferably in Otolaryngology.
The post will provide dedicated research and delivers the perfect opportunity to continue to gain clinical experience in Otolaryngology without compromising application to national selection.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification and be expected to actively contribute to the departments' research portfolio including commercial research projects. They will also complete their own research project with senior support and guidance. They will also be expected to contribute actively to the process of clinical audit within the department. Together the research and audit aspects of this post should provide ample opportunity for publication and presentation.
The successful candidate will join the ENT team at The James Cook University Hospital as part of the first tier of trainees. They will be expected to contribute actively to the departments' clinical workload, joining the daily ward round and assisting in the ENT emergency clinics. They will also participate in the on call rota which includes shared ENT and General Surgery/vascular/urology (nights only) shifts.
In addition to and within the research session allocation, there is flexibility to enable attendance in the operating theatre, consultant led clinics and special sessions such as the Cochlear Implant and Head and neck Cancer MDTs. Self-directed learning is encouraged with use of the wide range of educational opportunities available.
Interviews will take place on 16th May 2024.
About us
The postgraduate medical centre is on site and offers a weekly lunchtime teaching session. There are ample opportunities for presentations and teaching which is strongly encouraged and a there is a regular dedicated session for clinical governance. In addition to the above, there are symposia and regular lectures offered at the postgraduate medical centre. It is expected that you will attend the speciality induction programme and structured appraisals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers a good opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate aiming to secure a higher surgical training post in Otolaryngology. The post is whole time, and operates a first on-call for ENT on a shared rota with General Surgery/vascular/urology (nights only).
The post has dedicated research sessions, and delivers the perfect opportunity to develop your portfolio and to gain clinical experience in Otolaryngology without compromising application to national selection. The research, and audit aspects of this post should provide ample opportunity for publication, and presentation. You will be working with guidance from Consultants, and team members with broad experience, and specific research interests.
The clinical element of the post constitutes joining the Core Surgical Training (CST) tier of trainees in contributing to the clinical workload, including the daily ward round and emergency clinics. The post offers opportunities to develop experience in all aspects of the specialty in a well-supported and closely supervised environment. The department has an established, Otorhinolaryngology service with other comprehensive subspecialised constituents, including being the MDT host and local centre for Head and Neck Cancer Surgery across the Tees Valley and North Yorkshire region, Childrens ENT, Rhinology and endoscopic sinus surgery with balloon sinoplasty, and Otology and skull-base with a full implant service, including cochlear, and middle ear implants. Other specialist services in the department include adult voice, joint paediatric tracheostomy, voice and swallow, and a comprehensive tertiary head and neck dystonia service, offering botulinum toxin treatment.
You will link into a progressive, and enthusiastic multi-professional team based at James Cook which provides comprehensive ENT services to the population of Teesside, South Durham and North Yorkshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post offers a good opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate aiming to secure a higher surgical training post in Otolaryngology. The post is whole time, and operates a first on-call for ENT on a shared rota with General Surgery/vascular/urology (nights only).
The post has dedicated research sessions, and delivers the perfect opportunity to develop your portfolio and to gain clinical experience in Otolaryngology without compromising application to national selection. The research, and audit aspects of this post should provide ample opportunity for publication, and presentation. You will be working with guidance from Consultants, and team members with broad experience, and specific research interests.
The clinical element of the post constitutes joining the Core Surgical Training (CST) tier of trainees in contributing to the clinical workload, including the daily ward round and emergency clinics. The post offers opportunities to develop experience in all aspects of the specialty in a well-supported and closely supervised environment. The department has an established, Otorhinolaryngology service with other comprehensive subspecialised constituents, including being the MDT host and local centre for Head and Neck Cancer Surgery across the Tees Valley and North Yorkshire region, Childrens ENT, Rhinology and endoscopic sinus surgery with balloon sinoplasty, and Otology and skull-base with a full implant service, including cochlear, and middle ear implants. Other specialist services in the department include adult voice, joint paediatric tracheostomy, voice and swallow, and a comprehensive tertiary head and neck dystonia service, offering botulinum toxin treatment.
You will link into a progressive, and enthusiastic multi-professional team based at James Cook which provides comprehensive ENT services to the population of Teesside, South Durham and North Yorkshire.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Hold a full GMC licence to practice and have evidence of achievement of foundation competences from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
Desirable
Essential
Essential
- Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- -undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or -academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results showing a score of at least 7.0 in each domain (speaking, listening, reading, writing),with an overall score of at least 7.5, to be achieved in a single sitting and within 24 months of the time of application.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Hold a full GMC licence to practice and have evidence of achievement of foundation competences from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
Desirable
Essential
Essential
- Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- -undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or -academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results showing a score of at least 7.0 in each domain (speaking, listening, reading, writing),with an overall score of at least 7.5, to be achieved in a single sitting and within 24 months of the time of application.
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
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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).
