Job overview
This post is available from August 2026.
The rota is EWTD compliant.
The post holder will take part in provision of care for the in-patients, perioperative care of patients undergoing surgery and outpatient clinics .
The post-holder will have opportunity to gain ENT experience in both clinics and theatre, as well as regularly participating in audit and
publications.
ENT is based at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, which houses the main state of the art outpatient department and inpatient facility. Outpatients in Burnley are seen at St Peter’s Centre in Burnley town centre. Same day surgery is also carried out at Burnley General Teaching Hospital.
The department has a high reputation for teaching and innovation, both regionally and nationally. Over 80% of all operations are carried out as day cases. Trust grade doctors will have a significant involvement in clinics and theatre lists.
The post is classed as non training grade but the department is fully committed to provide equivalent level of training to the post holder with a named clinical supervisor and regular appraisals. There is great opportunity to be involved with departmental audit and research projects. You will gain excellent clinical experience and have the opportunity to further your skills and attend theatres.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the post of Junior Clinical Fellow in ENT based at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Department has a 12 bedded Unit shared with Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. Burnley General Teaching Hospital is the centre for day surgery.
The Department consists of four Consultants, one Associate Specialist, two Specialist Registrars and two Specialty Doctors.
The 1st on-call rota participation is required. There is cross cover with General Surgery, Urology and OMFS.
There is excellent opportunity to participate in training, research and audits in the Department. Single accommodation is available if required.
Working for our organisation
At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.
Established in 2003 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute secondary healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.
Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.
The appointee will be required to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes travel time by car of the relevant Trust Hospital base.
A satisfactory medical examination is a condition of employment for Medical and Dental staff in the NHS.
Candidates are requested to note that any person recommended for appointment in connection with this post will be referred to the DBS (Disclosure & Barring System) for their clearance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful applicant will join an established ENT team
The post is to start immediately for the successful candidate
We are a highly motivated and cohesive team dedicated to providing an excellent service for our patients.
We have a strong emphasis on training and have a strong commitment to support, mentorship and development of all of our staff and have regular multidisciplinary meetings
We are a highly motivated and cohesive team dedicated to providing an excellent service for our patients.