Job summary
The University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay are inviting applications for the post of Clinical Fellow in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to work alongside our existing Dental Core Trainee and Joint Dental Foundation Core Trainees.
This is a fixed term, full time post until 2nd September 2025
Main duties of the job
The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Unit at the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust offers a wide range of experience in OMFS, including dentoalveolar surgery, oral medicine, orthognathic surgery, trauma surgery and the management of non-melanotic skin cancer. This role would suit an individual interested in Dental Core Training and an interest in pursuing specialty training.
The post is full time and supports a 1:5 non-resident evening and weekend 1st on call rota with support from a consultant/specialist 2nd tier.
The successful applicant will join the OMFS team which consists of 4 consultants (OMFS and Oral Surgery), 1 Specialist in Oral Surgery, 3 Specialty Doctors, 1 Specialty Trainee in Oral Surgery, 1 DCT and 2 Foundation/DCT Trainees. The department works alongside our Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry services to provide high quality care for the patients of Morecambe Bay.
For more detailed information please see the job description.
About us
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the GDC as a Dentist
- BDS or equivalent undergraduate degree from a recognised university
Desirable
- MFDS or recognised equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Applicants must have evidence of at least 12 months whole time equivalent (WTE) postgraduate clinical experience to the full scope of a dentist by time of post commencement
Desirable
- Experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or Oral Surgery
Professional Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all dentists as set out in GDC Maintaining Standards
- Demonstrates the underpinning subject-specific competencies i.e., knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope
- Clinically evaluates and manages a patient, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending of outcomes of treatment.
- Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required
- Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, and carers
- Respects patients' dignity ensures confidentiality and appropriate communication where potential barriers exist.
- Adheres to professional requirements, participating in annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression
Leadership & Teamworking
Essential
- Awareness of responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate behaviour
- Develops effective relationships across teams and contributes to work and success of these teams - promotes and participates in both MDT and interprofessional team working.
Education and Training
Essential
- Assesses own learning needs and ensures a personal development plan reflects both clinical practice and personal objectives.
Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
Essential
- Takes prompt action where there is an issue with the safety or quality of patient care, raises and escalates concerns through clinical governance systems where necessary.
- Collaborates with MDT and interprofessional teams to manage risks and issues across organisations and settings
Other
Essential
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values.
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the GDC as a Dentist
- BDS or equivalent undergraduate degree from a recognised university
Desirable
- MFDS or recognised equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Applicants must have evidence of at least 12 months whole time equivalent (WTE) postgraduate clinical experience to the full scope of a dentist by time of post commencement
Desirable
- Experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or Oral Surgery
Professional Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all dentists as set out in GDC Maintaining Standards
- Demonstrates the underpinning subject-specific competencies i.e., knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope
- Clinically evaluates and manages a patient, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending of outcomes of treatment.
- Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required
- Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, and carers
- Respects patients' dignity ensures confidentiality and appropriate communication where potential barriers exist.
- Adheres to professional requirements, participating in annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression
Leadership & Teamworking
Essential
- Awareness of responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate behaviour
- Develops effective relationships across teams and contributes to work and success of these teams - promotes and participates in both MDT and interprofessional team working.
Education and Training
Essential
- Assesses own learning needs and ensures a personal development plan reflects both clinical practice and personal objectives.
Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
Essential
- Takes prompt action where there is an issue with the safety or quality of patient care, raises and escalates concerns through clinical governance systems where necessary.
- Collaborates with MDT and interprofessional teams to manage risks and issues across organisations and settings
Other
Essential
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values.
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued.
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).
