Job summary
This is a 12 month maximum temporary post for a Junior Clinical Fellow (DCT Level) post in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.The post holder will take part in provision of care for the in-patients, perioperative care of patients undergoing surgery and patients on the emergency pathway. The post-holder will have opportunity to gain Maxillofacial experience in both clinics and theatre, as well as regularly participating in audit and publications.
The role will play an important part in management of emergency clinics within OMFS and provide a 1:6 on call cover between the hours of 07:30 - 22:00 on a rota basis, weekdays and weekends. The rota is EWTD compliant.
Suitable candidates will have the opportunity to develop leadership and teaching skills, operative techniques, and potentially assist in research.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the post of Junior Clinical Fellow in OMFS based at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust. This is a temporary 12 month post initially.
The Department has a 12 bedded Unit shared with Ear, Nose and Throat at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. Burnley General Teaching Hospital is the centre for day surgery.
The Department consists of four Consultants, one Associate Specialist, two Specialist Registrars and two Specialty Doctors.
There is excellent opportunity to participate in training, research and audits in the Department. Single accommodation is available if required.
About us
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust was formed in 2003 from the merger of Blackburn, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley NHS Trust and the Burnley Hospitals NHS Trust. East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust provides a caring service to a population of approximately 521,000.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is based at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, which houses the main outpatient department and inpatient facility. Outpatients are also seen in Burnley General Teaching Hospital and Bolton Foundation Trust. Same day surgery is also carried out at Burnley General Teaching Hospital. The department has a high reputation for teaching and innovation, both regionally and nationally.
This isnot a recognised DCT Training Post but will afford all the exposure and opportunities that a DCT would experience and is supported by a Clinical supervisor.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is based at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, which houses the main outpatient department and inpatient facility. Outpatients are also seen in Burnley General Teaching Hospital and Bolton Foundation Trust. Same day surgery is also carried out at Burnley General Teaching Hospital. The department has a high reputation for teaching and innovation, both regionally and nationally.
This isnot a recognised DCT Training Post but will afford all the exposure and opportunities that a DCT would experience and is supported by a Clinical supervisor.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GDC as a dentist or eligible for temporary registration
- BDS or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees or diplomas such as MFDS or MJDF or parts thereof
- Presentations
- Publications
- Dental Core Training year 1 or 2, SHO or equivalent previously
Ability
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge of basic science and the ability to apply this to clinical practice
- Knowledge & experience of managing acute orofacial and dentoalveolar complaints
- Know their limitations and be prepared to seek advice
- Manual dexterity
Desirable
- Knowledge & experience of surgical techniques for dentoalveolar and oral surgery
- Knowledge & experience of managing facial trauma
Personal Skills
Essential
- Fluent in spoken & written English
- Computer literate and able to record accurate/ contemporaneous electronic records
- Organisational skills and punctuality
- Strong teamworking skills and ability to rotate activities as specified
- Commitment to prospective post
- Enthusiasm for participation in audit & research.
Desirable
- Ability to cope with stress
- Demonstrable experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Have completed the audit cycle (audit of practice, recommended actions, audit of outcomes after reeducation)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GDC as a dentist or eligible for temporary registration
- BDS or equivalent
Desirable
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees or diplomas such as MFDS or MJDF or parts thereof
- Presentations
- Publications
- Dental Core Training year 1 or 2, SHO or equivalent previously
Ability
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge of basic science and the ability to apply this to clinical practice
- Knowledge & experience of managing acute orofacial and dentoalveolar complaints
- Know their limitations and be prepared to seek advice
- Manual dexterity
Desirable
- Knowledge & experience of surgical techniques for dentoalveolar and oral surgery
- Knowledge & experience of managing facial trauma
Personal Skills
Essential
- Fluent in spoken & written English
- Computer literate and able to record accurate/ contemporaneous electronic records
- Organisational skills and punctuality
- Strong teamworking skills and ability to rotate activities as specified
- Commitment to prospective post
- Enthusiasm for participation in audit & research.
Desirable
- Ability to cope with stress
- Demonstrable experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Have completed the audit cycle (audit of practice, recommended actions, audit of outcomes after reeducation)
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).
