Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial (Skin Cancer)

About the role This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a team of enthusiastic consultants, who are supported by colleagues in radiology and allied specialties. The Oral and Maxillofacial Department at Pinderfields Hospital is set in a spacious custom built clinical area benefiting from high specification equipment. The Trust has a clear vision to develop an integrated service across the district and whilst this position will be based at Pinderfields Hospital it will access dedicated elective facilities on the other sites within the Trust. Main duties The main duties of the post will include: • The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service. This post will be support a sub-specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and the development of a sentinel lymph node biopsy service and Mohs micrographic surgical service. • This post will include being a core member of the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology • Delivery of outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Pinderfields General Hospital, Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary • Urgent and emergency care duties including out of hours on call working within the provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On call duties are shared with Leeds Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:12 rota currently assessed at 1PA. • Participation of teaching, training and audit, educational and clinical supervision of core trainees and specialist registrars currently assessed at 0.25PAs • Provision of advice and support to the clinical team and peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation, and teamwork within the field. Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable. Essential person specification requirements To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria: Full GMC Registration Inclusion on the GMC Specialist List for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Eligible for GDC registration Evidence of post CCT experience/qualifications in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery e.g. successful completion of SAC approved CCST training programme in OMFS (eligible if completion within 6 months of the date of the appointment) MBBS and BDS or equivalent MFDS, MRCS and FRCS (OMFS) ATLS provider status Eligibility to work in the UK Up to date knowledge, skills and attitudes to the practice of OMFS Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving Good time management Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and patients Caring and compassionate For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description. Contact information For further information please contact in the first instance Mr Jonathon Reid, Consultant in

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Email

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01924 541238 Be part of MY team We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

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