ENT Head & Neck Senior Clinical Fellow

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 14 May 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term contract senior clinical fellow in ENT Head and Neck.

The department provides one-stop diagnostic clinics in collaboration with Radiology, Cellular Pathology and Endocrinology. Over 100 thyroid and parathyroid operations are performed annually supported by the availability of intraoperative rapid parathyroid hormone testing and intraoperative nerve testing. The ENT clinic at Kingston Hospital is one of very few in the country equipped with the latest ultrasound machines, and the successful applicant will have the ability to learn and perform head and neck ultrasound as part of an enhanced clinical assessment or diagnostic intervention. Cone Beam CT scanning is also available onsite.

Main duties of the job

The post holder would be expected to:o Provide advice and where appropriate treatmento Help develop the service in accordance with Trust policyo Teach train and supervise postgraduates trainees as appropriateo Demonstrate professional excellence and efficient delivery of care in accordance withclinical case load associated with the post.o Attend new and review patients and treatment clinics for the non surgical and surgical(re)treatment of Tier 3 complex endodontic cases.o Assist colleagues in the education of general dental practitioners and provision of advice.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nurseryat Kingston Hospital,wellbeingpractitioners,regular wellbeing classes,dedicatedstaffphysiotherapist, comprehensiveoccupationalhealth services, 24/7employeeassistanceprogramme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-2795-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

for full details on this role and person specification please see attached job description

For informal discussion about this role please contact Mr Enyi Ofo, Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon and Clinical Lead for ENT and Robotic Surgery. enyi.ofo@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

for full details on this role and person specification please see attached job description

For informal discussion about this role please contact Mr Enyi Ofo, Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon and Clinical Lead for ENT and Robotic Surgery. enyi.ofo@nhs.net

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • Shall have full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
  • MRCS or equivalent qualification
  • FRCS (ORL-HNS)

Desirable

  • Higher additional qualification
  • Presentations / publications

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Applicants must be senior trainees (either Post CCT or in the final year of training)
  • Able to deal with general Head and Neck and ENT emergencies

Desirable

  • Evidence of participation in research and continued professional development
  • Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

Management Skills

Essential

  • Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level

Desirable

  • Attended management training course
  • Knowledge of finance/ budgets

Experience in Training, Audit and Research

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Understanding of clinical governance and participation in audit

Desirable

  • Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals
  • Completed "Train the Trainers" course

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability
  • Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • Shall have full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
  • MRCS or equivalent qualification
  • FRCS (ORL-HNS)

Desirable

  • Higher additional qualification
  • Presentations / publications

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Applicants must be senior trainees (either Post CCT or in the final year of training)
  • Able to deal with general Head and Neck and ENT emergencies

Desirable

  • Evidence of participation in research and continued professional development
  • Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

Management Skills

Essential

  • Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level

Desirable

  • Attended management training course
  • Knowledge of finance/ budgets

Experience in Training, Audit and Research

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Understanding of clinical governance and participation in audit

Desirable

  • Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals
  • Completed "Train the Trainers" course

Personal qualities

Essential

  • Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability
  • Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Head and Neck Surgeon

Mr Enyi Ofo

enyi.ofo@nhs.net

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-2795-MS

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB


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