Speciality Doctor in Paediatric ENT

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  • Brighton
  • £61,542-145,478 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 11 hours ago
This is a fixed term role to cover maternity leave until June 2026.The ENT department covers Brighton, Worthing and QVH, a population of 750,000. In addition for Head and Neck cancer, Eastbourne and Hastings patients are treated in Brighton (400,000).All types of ENT treatment are undertaken including advanced otology & skull base surgery. Advanced audiology facilities are present on the RSCH site.The main OPD base is the RSCH with elective otology lists operations within Hurstwood Park, Haywards Heath and Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital. The ENT ward is shared with Neurosciences. The Childrens' Hospital is also on the RSCH site. At PRH there are OPD facilities and day surgery facilities.Worthing has a 5 day ENT department with OPD, Audiology and inpatient/day case facilities.The Worthing department benefits from a newly refurbished out-patients department shared with MFU.Main duties of the jobThe clinical duties of the post include the following:Independent Operating sessionsOutpatient clinicRegistrar of the weekTeaching and training of juniorsThe post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.About usAt UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary£61,542 to £145,478 a year pro rataContractFixed termDuration9 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number279-MWRSCHSPECPAENT-532Job locationsRoyal Sussex County HospitalEastern RoadBrightonBN2 5BEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.Person SpecificationExperience/ QualificationsEssential
  • Basic medical degree
  • Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • Four years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty.
Desirable
  • Higher Degree
  • MSc, MCh, MD or PhD
Clinical Skills and ExperienceEssential
  • Experience in running ENT operating lists independently as 1st operating surgeon
  • Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
  • Tonsillectomy, Panendoscopy + Biopsy, FESS, Grommets, Septoplasty, Adenoidectomy
KnowledgeDesirable
  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and PlanningEssential
  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
Desirable
  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching SkillsEssential
  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
  • Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and ResearchEssential
  • Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours
Career ProgressionEssential
  • Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person SpecificationExperience/ QualificationsEssential
  • Basic medical degree
  • Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • Four years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty.
Desirable
  • Higher Degree
  • MSc, MCh, MD or PhD
Clinical Skills and ExperienceEssential
  • Experience in running ENT operating lists independently as 1st operating surgeon
  • Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
  • Tonsillectomy, Panendoscopy + Biopsy, FESS, Grommets, Septoplasty, Adenoidectomy
KnowledgeDesirable
  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and PlanningEssential
  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
Desirable
  • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching SkillsEssential
  • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
  • Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and ResearchEssential
  • Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours
Career ProgressionEssential
  • Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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