Consultant in Otolaryngology in Barnsley

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to work as a Consultant in ENT Surgery with a special interest in Otology. The appointee will work closely with the existing Consultants and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a comprehensive service to patients. This post will appeal to appropriately trained and accredited clinicians who have enthusiasm and who are looking for a stimulating and challenging career. This exciting opportunity exists for appropriately trained registrars or experienced consultants, and candidates must be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of achieving this.

The post will be based at Barnsley Hospital with weekday on call covering Barnsley hospitals only and weekend on calls including Sheffield and Chesterfield hospitals. The post-holder will also be expected to have a role in the training and teaching of registrars, junior doctors, medical students, nurses and other health professionals. The Trust is happy to consider flexible working arrangements and/or extended days to deliver a desirable work-life balance, support professional goals and personal development.

Clinical Services: The appointed clinician will, together with Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the planning, delivery and improvement of clinical care in ENT Surgery at Barnsley Hospital. Work closely with the multidisciplinary teams to provide a high quality ENT Surgery service. Advise clinical colleagues on matters within his/her sphere of experience.

Training and Education: Contribute to the teaching of other grades of staff, both within and outside the department, including medical staff, nurses, paramedical staff and scientific and technical staff. Consider a role as Educational Supervisor / Clinical Supervisor for Specialist Registrars, Core Trainees, Foundation Doctors.

About us: Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work. We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise – the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a "we can do this" attitude is evident right through the organisation. Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route, please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility. Please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. We reserve the right to close positions early.

Please find the Job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents.

• Training: Higher Surgical Training in ENT and obtained CCST/CCT or equivalent; Training in sub-specialist area of practice; Fellowship or experience in Otology.
• Qualifications: Full GMC Registration; Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview; CESR or European Community Rights; Relevant Higher Degree.
• Audit: Experience of participation in regular clinical audit, and ability to organise and present audits.
• Management: Understanding of current NHS issues, efficient management of resources; Organisation and time management skills.
• Teaching: Experience of training medical undergraduates and postgraduates; Training the Trainers; Experience of supervising research by junior staff; Completion of Education Supervisor training.
• Experience: Experience of the management of all common ENT conditions and broad clinical experience in Otology, FESS and Head & Neck Surgery.
• Research: Evidence of clinical papers published in peer-reviewed journals; Broad experience of medical research and presentations at national or regional conferences.

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.