Job summary University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a full time Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) with a specialist interest in skin cancer This appointment is part of an expansion plan within our department aimed at addressing increased demand for our regional specialist service. The 10.75 session post is for 12 months in the first instance but consideration of converting to a substantive position will be given after this period. Main duties of the job The applicant will be expected to form an integral part of the established OMFS Service. They should have broad experience of treating the full remit of our specialty's work but this post has a particular emphasis on management of skin cancer. The post is part funded by the dermatology service which our department works collaboratively with. The applicant should be prepared to contribute to working with both the head & neck and skin MDTs. A fellowship in skin cancer would be considered desirable to address the complex case mix within our department. The position has scope to be part of the Pan Avon on-call rota at a 1:8 level with doubly qualified StRs and dentally qualified DCT forming the first two tiers of the rota. The applicant should therefore be experienced in the whole remit of OMFS trauma and would be expected to contribute to trauma management. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 387-S-6238-AFR-A Job locations Bristol Dental Hospital Lower Maudlin St Bristol BS1 2LY Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Applicants are advised to speak to the Clinical Lead (Mr Ceri Hughes) for further information Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. Applicants are advised to speak to the Clinical Lead (Mr Ceri Hughes) for further information Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Eligible for full registration with the GDC; BDS (or equivalent). Eligible for full registration with the GMC; MBChB (or equivalent). GMCs Specialist List for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (or within 6 months of eligibility) or equivalent FRCS (OMFS) or equivalent Certificate of Accreditation or Intercollegiate Speciality Examination in OMFS following completion of SAC approved training programme or equivalent Desirable Skin Cancer Surgery Fellowship Experience Essential Special interest and expertise in managing patients with head and neck skin cancer Experience working with colleagues from other specialities involved in the management of patients with head and neck oncology. Good communication skills. Desirable Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Evidence of research abilities and willingness to participate in research relevant to restorative dentistry and Directorate's needs Behaviours and Values Essential Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Other Essential Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK. Desirable Health record appropriate for the post. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Eligible for full registration with the GDC; BDS (or equivalent). Eligible for full registration with the GMC; MBChB (or equivalent). GMCs Specialist List for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (or within 6 months of eligibility) or equivalent FRCS (OMFS) or equivalent Certificate of Accreditation or Intercollegiate Speciality Examination in OMFS following completion of SAC approved training programme or equivalent Desirable Skin Cancer Surgery Fellowship Experience Essential Special interest and expertise in managing patients with head and neck skin cancer Experience working with colleagues from other specialities involved in the management of patients with head and neck oncology. Good communication skills. Desirable Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Evidence of research abilities and willingness to participate in research relevant to restorative dentistry and Directorate's needs Behaviours and Values Essential Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Other Essential Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK. Desirable Health record appropriate for the post. 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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Dental Hospital Lower Maudlin St Bristol BS1 2LY Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)