Job summary
This vacancy includes an attractive £5000* welcome premia - a Rewarding Welcome for a Rewarding Career. *Eligibility criteria outlined below.
Interviews are due to take place on 28th June 2024.
A golden opportunity has arisen for a Consultant to join our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery department at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic team player who will take part in the general Oral & Maxillofacial services, and who will be encouraged to develop a subspecialty interest.
Our Oral & Maxillofacial team are based in the main outpatient department with rooms for minor surgical procedures and orthodontics / restorative dentistry. Our team have an excellent prosthetic service which supports maxillofacial, head and neck, breast and plastic surgical services and has an in-house 3D printer for planning and model construction.
Our OMFS teams currently participate in the CHOC1 (Condylar Head Operative or Conservative) RCT and is looking to facilitate other trials in OMFS and Head & Neck surgery. We offer state-of-the-art facilities in research and development, and we recognise that high quality research is an integral part of development and quality care and OMFS undertakes to support and encourage such activities wherever possible.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work with other members of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery team to provide a comprehensive general OMFS service to Primary Care Trusts and General Dental and Medical Practitioners. The successful applicant will be encouraged to develop a subspecialty practice which compliments the existing members of the team.
The successful applicant will also provide a consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in other specialities within the Trust. Participation in the Maxillofacial on-call rota with consultant colleagues will be expected to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours. Other duties include:
- Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities.
- Ensure own practice is up to date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trust's Performance and Annual Review system.
- Lead and manage the team through adaptable, visible, and modest leadership to ensure a committed approach is achieved.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*£5,000 welcome premia eligibility criteria must be met to receive payment. This payment is only eligible to external people.
Mentorship
UHCW has an active Trust Mentoring Scheme, which is designed to support Consultants and Associate Specialists to:
- Understand the culture and structure of the organisation.
- Improve self-confidence.
- Increase skills and knowledge by working closely with experienced senior colleagues.
- Be a supportive environment in the form of self-reflection and feedback
With additional support of the Clinical Lead, the scheme allows you to choose a mentor from a number of existing consultants across the Trust. Their experience and knowledge will support, guide and nurture you in your new role within UHCW.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate staff. Providing honest and constructive feedback in a supportive learning environment, teaching by example and encourage trainees to be curious. Formal training in teaching and providing feedback will be advantageous.
The postholder will be expected to support the educational development of trainees in the department, which includes DCT and STr in OMFS, including though being an assigned educational supervisor.
Research
Our state-of-the-art facilities in research and development house the Warwick Medical Schools Clinical Sciences Research Institute (CSRI), bringing together scientists, clinicians and epidemiologists to study disease mechanisms in vivo and in vitro.
UHCW also has six well-equipped Patient Research Interface (PRI) suites for patient-based research.
Our Research & Development Team is responsible for facilitating research and supporting all researchers within the Trust with the ultimate aim of improving patient care. Researchers can access support with completing grant applications, finding appropriate funding streams, with editing or proof-reading grants and developing strong grant proposals.
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Attention and aspiration to lifelong learning will be supported by the specialty group and the Trust to demonstrate safe and knowledge clinical capabilities.
The post holder will have a reflective approach to their own practice and will agree a programme of continuing professional development which meets their needs and service provision requirements.
The post holder will ensure completion of a revalidation ready appraisal annually and undertaking regular multisource feedback in order to meet the requirements for revalidation.
Oral & Maxillofacial Services
The department provides a comprehensive care to the whole of the Coventry & Warwickshire region functioning as a hub and spoke service with surrounding district general hospitals. In-patient services are provided by University Hospital, Coventry with facility or outpatient and day care services at George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton, St Cross Hospital, Rugby and Warwick Hospital.
A full range of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical services are available to patients and University Hospital Coventry is a designated Major Trauma Centre (MTC). Orthodontic support to the service is provided by consultant colleagues at Warwick hospital and combined clinics take place both at Warwick and on the University Hospital site.
There is access to an excellent prosthetics service which supports maxillofacial, head and neck, breast and plastic surgical services and has an in-house 3D printer for planning and model reconstruction.
The service is committed to providing high-quality care and has monthly QIPS/housekeeping meetings to maintain standards.
If youre interested in this post and would like to know more, please see the attached job description and person specification, and contact details for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
*£5,000 welcome premia eligibility criteria must be met to receive payment. This payment is only eligible to external people.
Mentorship
UHCW has an active Trust Mentoring Scheme, which is designed to support Consultants and Associate Specialists to:
- Understand the culture and structure of the organisation.
- Improve self-confidence.
- Increase skills and knowledge by working closely with experienced senior colleagues.
- Be a supportive environment in the form of self-reflection and feedback
With additional support of the Clinical Lead, the scheme allows you to choose a mentor from a number of existing consultants across the Trust. Their experience and knowledge will support, guide and nurture you in your new role within UHCW.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate staff. Providing honest and constructive feedback in a supportive learning environment, teaching by example and encourage trainees to be curious. Formal training in teaching and providing feedback will be advantageous.
The postholder will be expected to support the educational development of trainees in the department, which includes DCT and STr in OMFS, including though being an assigned educational supervisor.
Research
Our state-of-the-art facilities in research and development house the Warwick Medical Schools Clinical Sciences Research Institute (CSRI), bringing together scientists, clinicians and epidemiologists to study disease mechanisms in vivo and in vitro.
UHCW also has six well-equipped Patient Research Interface (PRI) suites for patient-based research.
Our Research & Development Team is responsible for facilitating research and supporting all researchers within the Trust with the ultimate aim of improving patient care. Researchers can access support with completing grant applications, finding appropriate funding streams, with editing or proof-reading grants and developing strong grant proposals.
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Attention and aspiration to lifelong learning will be supported by the specialty group and the Trust to demonstrate safe and knowledge clinical capabilities.
The post holder will have a reflective approach to their own practice and will agree a programme of continuing professional development which meets their needs and service provision requirements.
The post holder will ensure completion of a revalidation ready appraisal annually and undertaking regular multisource feedback in order to meet the requirements for revalidation.
Oral & Maxillofacial Services
The department provides a comprehensive care to the whole of the Coventry & Warwickshire region functioning as a hub and spoke service with surrounding district general hospitals. In-patient services are provided by University Hospital, Coventry with facility or outpatient and day care services at George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton, St Cross Hospital, Rugby and Warwick Hospital.
A full range of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical services are available to patients and University Hospital Coventry is a designated Major Trauma Centre (MTC). Orthodontic support to the service is provided by consultant colleagues at Warwick hospital and combined clinics take place both at Warwick and on the University Hospital site.
There is access to an excellent prosthetics service which supports maxillofacial, head and neck, breast and plastic surgical services and has an in-house 3D printer for planning and model reconstruction.
The service is committed to providing high-quality care and has monthly QIPS/housekeeping meetings to maintain standards.
If youre interested in this post and would like to know more, please see the attached job description and person specification, and contact details for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Desirable
Teaching and Education
Essential
Desirable
Audit, Governance and Research
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Desirable
Teaching and Education
Essential
Desirable
Audit, Governance and Research
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
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
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
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
