Junior Locally Employed Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Job summary

This post will be based at the Oxford Road Campus (Manchester Royal Infirmary) and Wythenshawe Hospital as part of Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, though it may include duties at spoke hospitals. The position involves first on-call commitments, during weekdays and weekends on a 1:13 rota. It offers the opportunity to work within a major teaching hospital neighbouring one of the largest university campuses in Western Europe, in collaboration with the Medical School and Dental School of Manchester. There are excellent prospects for research and teaching at all levels.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must hold a current registration with the GDC at the time of application or be able to apply for temporary registration, whether it be an active licence, ceased licence, or a pending application. Candidates who do not meet this criteria will not progress to the shortlisting stage.

Please note: MFT is not a right-to-work sponsoring organisation for Tier 5. Should a candidate require Tier 5 sponsorship, they must apply through the Academy of Royal College via the Dental Training Initiative Scheme.

The contract for this role will be held with the Surgical Division of North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH). The Clinical Director for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Managed Single Service is Mr Sajid Sainuddin, and the General Manager is Mr Richard Tipney.

Main duties of the job

To learn more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience required, review the Job Description and Person Specification attachments found under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. To help you make a well-informed decision about applying, take the time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that accompanies the Job Description and Person Specification. This guide provides details about the Trust, our benefits, and explains how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains vital information you need to be aware of before submitting your application.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues, and of course patients from the virus when working in healthcare settings. While COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, helpful advice and information can be found by searching on the 'NHS England' website, where you can also learn more about accessing the vaccination.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.