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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Oncology to join a well-established and expanding Head & Neck Cancer service in the East Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to a multidisciplinary team providing high-quality, patient-centred care across the full spectrum of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) oncology.

This role offers an excellent balance of clinical, surgical, educational, and leadership responsibilities — ideal for either an experienced consultant or a newly qualified specialist seeking professional growth and mentorship within a collaborative and innovative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert clinical and surgical care to oncology patients, particularly those referred under the 2-Week Wait (2WW) and Head & Neck cancer pathways.
• Participate actively in Head & Neck, Skin, and Deformity MDTs, contributing to multidisciplinary case management and decision-making.
• Undertake general OMFS emergency on-call cover (1:5), providing specialist input across a wide range of maxillofacial emergencies.
• Lead and contribute to departmental initiatives, governance meetings, and service development projects.
• Perform clinical duties including outpatient clinics, theatre sessions (GA and LA), and oncology case management.
• Supervise and mentor junior doctors, dental core trainees, and medical students, fostering a strong culture of learning and clinical excellence.
• Participate in research, audit, and quality improvement projects to support innovation within the service.
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD), with study leave time and funding available.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multidisciplinary teams to continuously improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)

• 1.5 SPAs included in a standard 10-PA job plan, with potential for additional SPAs based on responsibilities such as teaching, research, or leadership roles.
• Opportunities available for involvement in medical education, curriculum development, clinical research, and policy planning.

Essential Requirements

• Complete GMC Registration with a licence to practise.
• Relevant speciality degree qualification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or equivalent.
• Completion of Speciality Training (CST or equivalent) or within 6 months of completion at the time of interview.
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience.
• Proven experience in audit, quality improvement, and teaching.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a team-focused approach.
• Commitment to collaborative, patient-centred care across oncology and reconstructive pathways.

Desirable Attributes

• Higher qualifications (MD, PhD, or equivalent).
• Medical Education qualification (preferably at Master’s level).
• Experience in curriculum development, leadership, or service innovation.
• Record of publications or national presentations in oncology or surgical education.
• Research experience in clinical quality improvement or oncology outcomes.

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