Overview
In this role you will provide consultant ENT care with a subspecialist Otology focus while maintaining general ENT duties. You will join a team of senior surgeons and contribute to a busy service, including on-call cover and ward-based leadership. The post supports regional otology collaboration and service development at Medway, with potential sessions at nearby hospitals. You will help deliver high-quality care across Medway and Darent Valley populations, shaping a growing ENT program.
Pay / Benefits
- gym
- active health and wellbeing programme
- on-site nursery
- cycle to work scheme
- flexible working options
- staff development opportunities
Responsibilities
- Provide general emergency ENT cover (on-call) 1:8 during weekdays and weekends
- supervise and advise junior staff; perform emergency surgery as required
- deliver on-call ward rounds and support other specialties as needed
- participate in provision and development of general ENT care for Medway and Darent Valley
- contribute to subspecialist Otology service development within Medway
- collaborate with regional otology initiatives and cross-site sessions
- support education and training within the department
- work within a multidisciplinary team to maintain high standards of governance and patient safety
Key requirements
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Otolaryngology (proposed CCT within 6 months or already awarded)
- FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent
- Higher degree (MD/PhD) or equivalent to support research interest
- Experience managing complex cases and providing general ENT care
- Ability to teach and supervise junior doctors (Desirable: Training the Trainers/Appraisal training)
- Ability to work under pressure and lead teams in challenging circumstances
- Evidence of research, audit, and clinical governance involvement
- Team working
- Leadership
- Teaching and mentoring
- Otology specialization
- General ENT and Rhinology
- Emergency ENT care
Consultant Otolaryngologist with a Special Interest in Otology in Gillingham employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
