Job summary We are looking to appoint a dynamic and innovative full time Consultant to support delivery of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery services across the Tees Valley. This post is ideally full-time to provide cover a vacancy, however part-time would be considered. The candidate should have a broad experience in General Maxillofacial Surgery including Head & Neck, Facial Trauma, TMJ, Skin, Dentoalveolar Surgery, with a special interest in orthognathic surgery. The post will be based at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, providing an exciting opportunity to work within a committed team. Main duties of the job Service provision extends to The Friarage Hospital (Northallerton) and Darlington Memorial Hospital. The Consultant workforce, at JCUH, is supported by an Associate Specialist (POMFS), 2 Specialist Registrars in training, 3 full time Specialty Doctors, 4 part time Specialty Doctors and 7 Dental Core Trainees. Also supporting the team is our Oral Surgery Consultant and our Restorative Dentistry Consultant. The department has a fully functioning Maxillofacial laboratory which is equipped with up-to-date technology. The laboratory has intra & extra oral scanning facilities. It is equipped with 3D printers and 3D software for planning and image manipulation. James Cook University Hospital is a designated Major Trauma Centre and OMFS are part of the trauma MDT. The successful candidate will be part of the on-call rota for Oral & Maxillofacial emergencies. Further development of a candidate's special interest in other areas of Maxillofacial Surgery will be encouraged and there is scope to develop these interests across all sites. About us The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England. Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline and countryside and a great range of local amenities. Date posted 05 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 328-SC-MED-0394 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Specialist Skills Essential Full Registration with the GMC and a registerable GDC qualification. FRCS (or equivalent) and MFDS (or equivalent) Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the CCT Desirable Training in appraisal & mentoring techniques Medical Education qualification Clinical Specialty Skills Essential Clinical experience of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Clinical experience in orthognathic surgery Desirable Specialty fellowship ATLS provider Skills, Knowledge & Aptitude Essential Experience of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students, and junior doctors and dentists. Innovative and supportive attitude. Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication skills both written and verbal Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands Publications in peer reviewed journals Evidence of Clinical Audit Desirable Formal teaching/training experience Previous personal research experience. Management training IT Skills Training in Appraisal techniques Evidence of research or innovative service developments. Personal Skills Essential Capable of building strong and effective relationships with patients and colleagues. Commitment to good team working and relationships Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure. Flexibility to respond to changing service needs. Supportive and tolerant Good leadership skills Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME) Resident within 30 minutes travelling to the hospital Desirable Capacity for critical self appraisal. Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Specialist Skills Essential Full Registration with the GMC and a registerable GDC qualification. FRCS (or equivalent) and MFDS (or equivalent) Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the CCT Desirable Training in appraisal & mentoring techniques Medical Education qualification Clinical Specialty Skills Essential Clinical experience of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Clinical experience in orthognathic surgery Desirable Specialty fellowship ATLS provider Skills, Knowledge & Aptitude Essential Experience of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students, and junior doctors and dentists. Innovative and supportive attitude. Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication skills both written and verbal Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands Publications in peer reviewed journals Evidence of Clinical Audit Desirable Formal teaching/training experience Previous personal research experience. Management training IT Skills Training in Appraisal techniques Evidence of research or innovative service developments. Personal Skills Essential Capable of building strong and effective relationships with patients and colleagues. Commitment to good team working and relationships Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure. Flexibility to respond to changing service needs. Supportive and tolerant Good leadership skills Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME) Resident within 30 minutes travelling to the hospital Desirable Capacity for critical self appraisal. 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 South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)