Consultant Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
The closing date is 19 June 2026
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialising in Trauma, TMJ and Facial Deformity. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver comprehensive care to a diverse patient population across Dorset while contributing to the Trusts vision of excellence in healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the management of complex facial trauma and deformities, including TMJ joint replacement and orthognathic surgery, secondary trauma reconstructions, and post‑traumatic deformity corrections.
* Engage in emergency trauma care and collaborate with other specialties to provide holistic, patient‑centred treatment.
* Participate in teaching, training and research activities within the department.
* Contribute to innovative service development and ensure the Trusts continued reputation for excellence in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
* Participate in an out‑of‑hours rota (including evenings, weekends and bank holidays) as required, with remuneration in line with NHS terms.
Job Responsibilities
* Diagnose and manage a wide range of facial trauma cases, including pan‑facial fractures, complex craniofacial injuries and soft tissue trauma.
* Lead surgical correction of congenital and acquired facial deformities, including orthognathic procedures.
* Provide multidisciplinary care by collaborating with orthodontists, plastic surgeons, ENT specialists, neurosurgeons and radiologists.
* Develop and implement clinical protocols for the management of trauma and TMJ service, enhancing patient care pathways.
* Participate in on‑call rota (1:5), managing emergency OMFS cases, trauma and acute infections.
* Deliver outpatient care, including pre‑ and post‑operative consultations, and manage inpatient cases, ensuring a seamless patient journey.
Cross‑site work
The OMFS team will work cross‑site from July 2026 as the Head and Neck ward moves from Poole to Bournemouth Hospital Site.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
* An appropriate higher surgical qualification.
* Special interest in facial deformity and orthognathic surgery.
Experience
* High level of clinical experience and competence in OMFS services, including trauma.
* Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
Equality and diversity
UHD has active networks including Women’s, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
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