Fellow in Otology (Post CCT)
- NHS
- Full Time
- Gloucester
- 59175.00 - 95400.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
Applications are welcomed for a 12 month Fixed Term post for a Fellow in Otology at Gloucestershire Hospitals from August 2025-2026. This is a full time post (10PAs) based in Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Candidates must have FRCS (ORL) and have CCT at the commencement of duties. The post has been developed to provide advanced specialist training in otology, the use of the laser in otology, the use of endoscopes and mirrors in otology and neurotology. The department has an international reputation for its development of laser techniques in otology and was the first ENT department to use Leica 3D imaging for teaching in theatre.
For more information about this post, please contact Miss Nina Mistry - 0300042208564
Main duties of the job
The post has been developed to1) provide advanced specialist training in otology and neurotology (including the use of the laser in otology), 2) help support the activity of consultants with a specialist interest in otology.3) provide on call support for the department
The post is a full time post for 10 sessions per week. One session will be allocated for CPD. There are seven fixed sessions per week and an average of one flexible session per week to enable the successful applicant to deputies for operating lists and out-patient sessions when others are on leave. So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties, the post holder undertakes to deputies from time to time for absent colleagues. The post-holder undertakes exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances. The post-holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normally rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care. The post-holder will be responsible to the on- call Consultant for any given day. The job plan is subject to review of middle grade training, service commitment and timetabling.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.
Gloucestershire is well known for its natural beauty, cultural and leisure activities. The county has many excellent state and private schools as well as colleges of higher education and its own university. There is good rail and road access to Bristol, Birmingham, South Wales and London.
Job responsibilities
See job description for further details.
Person Specification:
Essential qualifications:Full General Medical Council registrationMRCS or FRCS
Essential clinical skills and experience:At least 1 years experience of managing ENT patientsGood practical skillsExcellent communication skillsMust have an interest in teaching all grades of hospital and professional staff
Essential Management & Administrative skills:Willing and able to work with colleagues in other specialities, professions and roles to ensure the delivery of a high quality, safe and reliable service.Familiar with clinical governance.A willingness to accept responsibility and provide leadership.Awareness of current relevant developments within the wider NHS.Determination to have a key role in establishing and developing the service
Clinical Governance Management & ITKnowledge of audit methodologyComputer LiteracyExcellent written & oral communication skillsEvidence of engagement in Quality Improvement (desirable)
Personal QualitiesA flexible collaborative approachGood team workerUpholding the trust values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCS(ORL) or Equivalent
- CCT
- Completed higher Surgical Training in Otorhinolaryngology
Expereince
Essential
- Willing and able to work with colleagues in other specialities, professions and roles to ensure the delivery of a high quality, safe and reliable service.
- Familiar with clinical governance.
- A willingness to accept responsibility and provide leadership.
- Awareness of current relevant developments within the wider NHS.
- Determination to have a key role in establishing and developing the service
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of audit methodology
- Computer Literacy
- Excellent written & oral communication skills and good team worker
- A flexible collaborative approach
Desirable
- Evidence of engagement in Quality Improvement
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
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gloucester Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
