LAS in ENT (F2-ST1 level)

We are currently looking to appoint to a vacancy in the ENT team. The appointment is to commence in February 2025 for a period of 6 months., This post is for 6 months duration and is covering for the GPVTS training post. The postholder will gain excellent clinical skills and experience in managing the full range of ENT conditions, particularly emergency cases. The postholder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the acute on call ENT admissions and inpatients, as well as managing the elective patients who may need a hospital stay. This will be as part of a full ward team including foundation doctors, registrars and consultants. In addition, the postholder is strongly encouraged to attend consultant delivered ENT clinics in Otology, Rhinology and Head and Neck surgery including subspecialty interest clinics. There is ample opportunity for developing one's CV in whichever direction that suits the postholder and they will be supported in achieving their career aims as far as is possible within the department. There are opportunities for teaching, research and audit. This is an ideal post for CT / ST level doctors considering a career in ENT and wishing to gain more hands on experience, or for doctors wishing to pursue General Practice who want to learn more in depth about ENT., Sheffield has been named as the main centre for Head & Neck Cancer with a single MDT serving the North Trent area. The Department has particular expertise in the management of head and neck malignancy and in advanced techniques of reconstruction and rehabilitation following surgery for these complex and demanding cases. This service attracts many tertiary referrals from the served catchment area. The work is carried out in close liaison with Neurosurgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Oncologists at Weston Park Hospital.

Essential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise by the date of application
• ALS (or equivalent)
• Basic Medical Degree
Clinical experience Essential
• Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
• Interest in ENT
• 12 months clinical experience post-qualification (full time equivalent)
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
• Minimum 1 month practising experience in the NHS
Desirable 24 months clinical experience post-qualification (full time equivalent) Teaching and training Essential Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors Desirable To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of participation in CME / CPD in the last 12 months Desirable Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio,
• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good time management skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
Management and Administration Desirable Awareness of current issues in NHS Clinical governance and audit Essential
• Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
• Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
• Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Desirable
• Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
  
  Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services.
In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital