Senior Otology Fellow
Job summary
University College London Hospitals is seeking to appoint an Otology Fellow who has a commitment to high-quality patient care, innovative service models, delivery of performance targets, and excellence in education/training. This is a 12 month fixed term contract.Informal enquiries about the post are welcome. Please contact Mr Azhar Shaida (ashaida@nhs.net) ENT Consultant and Clinical Lead for Auditory Implants; or Nadeem Bashir (nadeem.bashir@nhs.net) General Manager, Surgical services at RNEDHEDH The full shift working pattern is arranged across a rota cycle of 14 weeks
Main duties of the job
This post provides advanced otology and auditory implant surgery. This would suit a post-CCT trainee who would like to gain more experience in the field of otology and auditory implants. Previous extensive operative experience in this area would enhance the training opportunities for the successful applicant.
This post is not recognised for training by the SAC in Otolaryngology but applications for recognition of training will be fully supported.This provisional job plan is subject to agreement and change. The post holder will, under the clinical supervision of Mr Azhar Shaida, be responsible for the provision of specialist ENT services to the Royal National Throat Nose and Ear Hospital.
This will include: a) Diagnosis and treatment in the specialist clinics they attendb) Actively participate in the departmental researchc) To carry out specialist Otology lists in the event of theatre availability due to consultant leaved) Ability to educate and carry out surgical training to specialist otological trainees
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses.
UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date.
You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working . To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Qualifications/
Education · Essential
FRCS or equivalent Otolaryngology training
Desirable
MD/PhD or in progress Professional/ Statutory Registration
Essential
GMC Registration (Post-CCT) Previous experience
Essential
Proven teaching skills and a commitment to the training of junior doctors Experience of medical audit
Desirable
Experience in the field of Otology and implantology Skills/Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
A high level of clinic and surgical expertise in the full range of general otolaryngology. A demonstrated interest in otology Additional Information
Essential
Must have shown an aptitude for pursuing research goals Evidence of continuing personal education
Desirable
Publications in at least one specialist field related to otology. Commitment to pursue further research whilst in 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).
