Senior Clinical Fellow in ENTNHS

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Clinical Fellow in Otolaryngology (ENT) to join our dynamic and supportive department. until 2nd February 2027 to cover a gap in training. This role offers a possible extension and is an excellent opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of a wide range of ENT conditions within a busy NHS setting.

The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of ENT care, including outpatient clinics, elective and emergency surgery, inpatient management, and on-call duties, while progressing through higher specialist training. This post does not carry a national training number.

Applications are welcome from both UK and international ENT candidates who meet the eligibility criteria listed in the person specification part of the job description.

Main duties of the job

Provide high-quality care for patients presenting with ear, nose and throat conditions in both elective and emergency settings Participate in outpatient clinics, ward rounds, and operating theatre lists Perform and assist in ENT surgical procedures appropriate to level of training Contribute to the on-call rota, managing ENT emergencies such as epistaxis, airway compromise, and post-operative complications Supervise and support junior medical staff and contribute to multidisciplinary team working Engage in teaching of medical students and junior colleagues Actively participate in audit, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities

Job description

The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality ENT (Otolaryngology) care across outpatient, inpatient and emergency settings, including the assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide range of ear, nose and throat conditions. They will participate fully in outpatient clinics, ward rounds and operating theatre sessions, undertaking and assisting in surgical procedures appropriate to their level of training while developing operative skills under consultant supervision. The role includes active participation in the on-call rota, providing timely assessment and management of ENT emergencies such as airway compromise, epistaxis and post-operative complications, with appropriate escalation where required. The Senior Clinical Fellow will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care, contribute to ward management and discharge planning, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. In addition, the post holder will supervise and support resident doctors, contribute to teaching and training of medical students and colleagues, and take part in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and high standards of patient care.

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
• We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.