This is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to gain experience and training in the diagnosis, medical treatment and surgical management of routine and complex ENTworking under the supervision ofConsultant ENT Surgeons. The scope of work will involve the breadth of generaladult and paediatric ENT. The main aspect of this post involves working in Otology but a proportion of the post will also include head and neck cancer surgery, Rhinology and General ENT work under consultant supervision. The post holder will be expected to participate in the clinical work in the department providing high standards of care for outpatients and those undergoing elective day case surgery. The trust doctor will be working as part of a team with Consultants, Registrars, a team of four other trust grade doctors, nursing staff and other allied healthcare providers. Duties include the care of patients in the outpatient setting, attending theatre, ward and accident and emergency care related to an on-call commitment and general middle grade duties. There is expectation that doctor is involved in teaching, audit and research. About us Welcome to Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Thank you for showing an interest in working with us at Epsom and St Helier - a family of more than 7,000 colleagues. We are truly an integrated health and care Trust. In simple terms, that means that as well as the services we provide at our acute care hospitals (Epsom in Surrey and St Helier nearby in south west London) we work with local GPs, mental health services, community providers and local authorities, with the joint aim of preventing local people from becoming unwell, and when they do, that they receive the right care, in the right place, with the right support. So, as well as great hospital care, together we offer an increasing range of services. These include adult community health, sexual health and childrens therapies. Many of these community services are run by the partnerships we host, Surrey Downs Health and Care and Sutton Health and Care. We also work as part of the St Georges, Epsom and St Helier Hospital and Health Group, with a shared leadership and increasing collaboration to develop stronger clinical and corporate services between two major providers serving Surrey and South West London. Job responsibilities Duties of the Post • Assessment, care and treatment of patients presenting acutely to the specialty and referred to the specialty. • Attending and running clinics and assessing patients and formulating treatment decisions seeking advice from the consultant as appropriate. • Attending operating sessions with the consultant and assisting or performing operations as appropriate. • Conducting daily ward rounds on inpatients under the consultants care, supervising the junior doctors in the care of these patients. • Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines, nursing and support staff as appropriate. • Communication with other team members as appropriate. • Participation in relevant audit and quality assurance processes. • Abide by the Clinical & Corporate Governance policies of the Trust. • To make sure that the guidance from the General Medical Council on Good Medical Practice is at the centre of your clinical practice. • To keep up to date in ENT knowledge by Continuous Medical Education in the best interest of the patient. • Although a timetable will be provided, you will be expected to be flexible, in the interests of patient care and to meet the needs of the department as decided by the general manager and coordinating surgeon. • To contribute to the wider corporate and organizational needs of the Trust as appropriate CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT All staff employed by the Trust must wear an identity badge at all times. All staff employed by the Trust has a responsibility to ensure that those persons using the Trust and its services are as secure as possible. In accordance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions all employees are responsible for security and loss prevention. All staff employed by the Trust must act in a responsible manner to safeguard the interests of patients by honouring the obligation the Trust places upon them to maintain privacy and confidentiality of patient information. The Trusts Policies and Procedures regarding confidentiality must be observed by all staff at all times. All staff employed by the Trust are required to adhere to the formally approved Policies and Procedures of the Trust. The appointee will be appointed to the service of Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust as a whole, and may be required to work anywhere determined by the duties of the post in light of future service developments. This job description is a reflection of the current situation and may be subject to amendment in the light of service developments or changes within the Division. Please note Person Specification Qualifications Essential • Full registration with the GMC At least 4 years experience in ENT/H & N surgery working at registrar level Desirable • Higher additional qualification Fellowship of the Royal College or affiliated body Possession of CCT or date within 3 months Experience & ability Essential • Evidence of continuing medical education Desirable • Other specific medical interests Teaching Essential • Commitment to organise education and training of junior doctors, therapy staff, nurses and medical students Desirable • Qualification in teaching or completion of a Teach the Trainers course Management Essential • Willingness to participate in management activities Motivated to ensure achievement of defined targets Desirable • Experience of change management Research Essential • Experience of research, particularly in collaboration with other clinicians Desirable • Willingness to continue participation in research