Job overview
Are you skilled and passionate, seeking an exciting career opportunity? Join our esteemed Ear, Nose and Throat department in Salisbury.
As a Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in our team, performing General duties. This is an excellent chance to showcase your expertise and contribute to the growth and success of our department.
To be considered for this role, you should possess a strong background in General ENT, ensuring you have the necessary skills and experience to excel in this position. Additionally, you will be expected to participate in our network's out-of-hours on-call schedule on a 1 in 12 basis.
We actively encourage the development of clinical networks across our area, as well as with our ICB partners. We value innovation and welcome candidates who can offer creative and efficient ways of working that benefit both our Trust and our patients. Whether you prefer part-time or shared working arrangements, we invite you to apply and contribute your unique perspective.
Join our dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of our patients.
Main duties of the job
As a Consultant for ENT at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, you will have a range of engaging and professional responsibilities. Your commitment to audit, appraisal, teaching, and clinical governance will be essential in ensuring the highest standards of care and continuous improvement within our department.
Working as part of a dedicated team of four/five Consultants, you will play a vital role in the ongoing development of our service. Your expertise and contributions will contribute to the growth and success of our department at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. Additionally, you will actively support our clinical network with University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing between organisations.
Our department is equipped with superbly equipped with full networking providing you with the tools necessary to deliver exceptional care. We have strong links with Maxillo-facial, Plastic surgery, paediatric, cleft lip and palate, and audiology departments, enabling interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive patient care.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in both theatre and clinics, ensuring a diverse and fulfilling professional experience. Furthermore, you will be encouraged to develop links with Primary Providers and Commissioners, contributing to the enhancement of our services and strengthening our relationships with external stakeholders.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
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Person specification
Application
Essential
- Possession, or within 6 months of possession, of a CCT leading to entry to the GMC Specialist Register
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Evidence of wide experience and a high level of competence in General ENT, and evidence of higher specialist training/fellowship in Otology or Head & Neck/Thyroid surgery. Experience in coblation surgery would be a desirable criteria.
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
- 2 years NHS experience within the last 5 years.
Desirable
- Commitment to active clinical governance including audit and service improvement
- Commitment to and experience of risk management including learning from errors and reflective practice.
- Demonstrates clarity in written and spoken communication
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical problems
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This advert is for Locum Consultant ENT with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust in Salisbury, South West, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Ear, Nose and Throat role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum pro rata if part time. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term 12 months). The application deadline is 06 Aug 2026.
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