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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Speciality Doctor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to join a busy and well-established Oral Health Department in the East of England. This fixed-term position offers the opportunity to work within a comprehensive Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery service delivering high-quality patient care across outpatient, inpatient, surgical, and emergency settings.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of senior clinicians while gaining broad exposure to the full spectrum of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The department provides a supportive multidisciplinary environment with excellent opportunities for clinical development, service improvement, teaching, and participation in governance activities.

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment, examination, diagnosis, and treatment planning of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Participate in ward rounds and monitor the progress of inpatients
• Undertake effective clinical handovers to colleagues
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient records, both electronic and written
• Assist with and perform operative procedures within the scope of practice
• Perform minor oral surgical procedures in outpatient settings
• Prescribe and administer treatments in accordance with departmental guidelines and clinical competence
• Assess and diagnose new referrals, including cancer pathway patients
• Review patients within consultant-led clinics
• Participate actively in clinical governance, audit, appraisal, and risk management activities
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with consultants, speciality trainees, nursing staff, technicians, and allied healthcare professionals.

 

About the Department

The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery service provides a comprehensive range of specialist treatments and benefits from modern clinical facilities, dedicated oral surgery suites, outpatient clinics, theatre access, and specialist laboratory support. The department delivers a full range of oral and maxillofacial surgery services, including:
• Head and Neck Surgery
• Oral Surgery
• Facial Trauma Management
• Salivary Gland Surgery
• Orthognathic (Deformity) Surgery
• Cancer Services
• Multidisciplinary Specialist Clinics
The successful candidate will join an experienced team of consultants, speciality trainees, speciality doctors, dental core trainees, nursing staff, technicians, and administrative professionals.

 

Clinical Governance, Audit & Quality Improvement

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to:
• Clinical Audit Projects
• Quality Improvement Initiatives
• Clinical Governance Programmes
• Development of Clinical Guidelines and Pathways
• Risk Management Activities
• Professional Appraisal and Continuing Development
The organisation maintains a strong commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous service improvement.

 

Teaching & Professional Development

This role offers opportunities to:
• Participate in departmental teaching activities
• Support junior colleagues and trainees
• Contribute to educational programmes within the department
• Develop presentation and communication skills
• Engage in research and service development projects
• Participate in continuing professional development activities
The department actively supports education and lifelong learning.

 

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• Full GDC Registration
• BDS or equivalent dental qualification
• Minimum of two years' Dental Foundation Training or equivalent experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Enthusiasm for teaching and service development
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues and support staff
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions effectively
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and professionalism.

 

Desirable

• MFDS RCS or equivalent qualification
• Previous involvement in service improvement initiatives
• Research experience within Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or related specialties
• Published work in a relevant clinical field
• Strong presentation skills
• Interest in clinical governance, audit, or quality improvement activities.
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