Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a substantive Consultant Otolaryngologist with a special interest in head and neck / Thyroid to our ENT department in Salisbury. The successful applicant would perform General duties and develop a sub-specialty interest to complement the needs of the Department in Salisbury. Head and Neck . Thyroid skills are particularly desirable. Applicants should have appropriate General Otolaryngology experience and would be expected to cover our network out-of-hours on call on a 1 in 12 basis. Development of clinical networks across this area is actively encouraged as well as across our ICB partners. Candidates offering innovative ways of working to benefit the Trust, including part time or shared working, should also apply.
Interview date Friday 9th October.
Main duties of the job
A commitment to audit, appraisal, teaching, and clinical governance is expected. The successful applicant will work as part of a team of four/five Consultants and will be required to contribute to the continuing development of the Otolaryngology service at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust and support the clinical network we have with University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust.
The Department is superbly equipped with full networking. Strong links exist with Maxillo-facial, Plastic surgery, paediatric, cleft lip and palate and audiology departments. The appointee will work in theatre and clinics and will be able to be involved with developing links with Primary Providers and Commissioners.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
Desirable
- 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
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of wide experience and a high level of competence in General Otorhinolaryngology, and evidence of higher specialist training/fellowship in Head & Neck/Thyroid surgery. Experience in coblation surgery would be a desirable criteria.
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems: clear, logical thinking/analytical approach
- Experience in managing risk and knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
- 2 years NHS experience within the last 5 years.
Qualifications
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
- Ability to teach clinical skills to trainees and others. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
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This advert is for Substantive ENT Consultant with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust in Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. 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 Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Sep 2026.
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