About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the Department of Otolaryngology / Head & Neck Surgery at University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust. We have a 1-year fixed term position available from January 2027.
The job roles will comprise of otology, rhinology & Head and Neck outpatient clinics both face to face and telephone clinics, and will include theatre attendance.
The ENT service provides adult and paediatric outpatient and inpatient ENT activity at the major teaching hospital in Bristol, but also provides outreach clinics and inpatient support and advice across a range of other sites including Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital.
The Trust is the regional centre for otolaryngology, major head and neck surgery, skull base surgery, major ear surgery and hearing implantation.
The posts would suit a doctor who has completed core surgical training (or equivalent) and has experience in ENT.
It is also anticipated that the successful candidate will contribute to the academic, research and teaching aspects of the posts as it is based within the major regional teaching hospital.
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties
Clinical duties include outpatient clinics, operating and emergency care. These activities occur in the University Hospitals Bristol & Weston precinct and at Southmead Hospital NBT Trust, this post will require travel to all activity areas. The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care.
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the departmental clinical lead and the Divisional Clinical Chair who is responsible to the Chief Executive and Trust Board.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further job description and main responsibilities please the attached JD in the documents section.
Please note this advert will close earlier if a high number of applications is received.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise MRCS or equivalent
- Evidence of sustained career progression and achievement in ENT, commensurate with time since primary medical qualification, including attainment of relevant competencies, qualifications, research or projects
- Primary Medical Degree MBChB or Equivalent
Desirable
- Completion of MRCS, DOHNS (Diplomate of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery), or equivalent
- Higher degree MSc or PhD
- Formal qualifications in Medical Education (PG Cert/Dip/Masters)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years' experience as an SHO, or equivalent, in ENT
- Can demonstrate evidence of the knowledge of managing ENT emergencies, acute surgical emergencies and "ward-based" care of surgical patients
- Understands the principles of Clinical Governance and Patient Safety
- Can critically appraise research evidence and interpret national/local clinical guideline
Desirable
- Experience as a registrar or equivalent in ENT Surgery
- Familiarity and experience of UK NHS systems and working
- Surgical experience, as proven by logbook, of performing ENT surgery as primary surgeon
- Evidence of managing outpatient ENT case, with indirect supervision
- Completion of at least one closed loop audit or QI project demonstrating measurable improvement and reflective learning
- Evidence of research activity in ENT (e.g. presentations, peer reviewed publications, collaborative research roles), proportional to career stage
Skill and abilities
Essential
- Proficiency in ENT-specific skills (e.g., rigid/flexible nasendoscopy, microsuction)
- Highly developed communication skills; ability to communicate complex information to patients and staff
- Experience in teaching medical students or junior colleagues
- Proficiency in clinical IT systems and maintaining accurate electronic patient records
- Capacity to recognise own limitations and develop appropriate coping mechanisms
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced communication skills training
- Evidence of formal teaching roles or development of training courses/curriculum
- Evidence of proactively seeking feedback from colleagues and patients. Adapts behaviours and practice appropriately where necessary
Aptitudes
Essential
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Can demonstrate knowledge of, and commitment to, UHBW Trust Values
- Ability and evidence of working collaboratively with colleagues, including working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
- Demonstrates clear commitment to planned further development in ENT, with realistic short- to medium-term career objectives
Desirable
- Evidence of specific projects or initiatives that align with the Trust's strategic goals (e.g., sustainability or inclusivity)
- Leadership experience within a clinical or non-clinical setting
- Clear evidence of proactive preparation for higher specialty training or equivalent advanced ENT roles
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
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Michaels Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)