Specialty Doctor in Oral Surgery

Job summaryWe are inviting applications for a full time Specialty Doctor in Oral Surgery. The post holder will have clinical sessions at both sites, as this is a cross site working position.The appointee will be required to take up the post as soon as possible but no later than 3 months from the date of the offer of an appointment, unless otherwise agreed.Main duties of the jobThe successful applicant will be expected to participate actively in the diagnosis, management and follow-up of patients. The main role for the right candidate would be to run oral surgery consultation clinics, minor operation sessions under local anaesthetic independently, as well as assist the department consultant and other clinician with a variety of specialised oral surgery procedures in the general anaesthetic theatre sessions. We have a dedicated oral surgery department nurse, as well as outpatient nurses who assist in the oral surgery clinics and minor operations.About usAt ESNEFT we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities. Flexible working options will be considered for all roles in line with service needs.Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.Our philosophy is that Time Matters. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause delays for our staff and patients.We have invested in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This will transform life at ESNEFT for staff and patients.If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.Find out about living and working here - posted18 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary
63,696 to 102,689 a year
per annum
ContractFixed termWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number432-MR2931Job locationsColchester & Ipswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post-holder will:Work with colleagues to provide a service with the highest standard of careWork with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelinesDevelop and maintain good working practices within wards, outpatients and A&ECollaborate and promote close working links with colleagues in tertiary centres, community services and primary careOffer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe post-holder will:Work with colleagues to provide a service with the highest standard of careWork with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelinesDevelop and maintain good working practices within wards, outpatients and A&ECollaborate and promote close working links with colleagues in tertiary centres, community services and primary careOffer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary teamPerson Specification
Essential
EssentialFull Registration with the General Dental CouncilMinimum 4 years post BDSMinimum of 3 years DCT experience ideally substantially within the specialityMFDS holder
Person Specification

Essential
EssentialFull Registration with the General Dental CouncilMinimum 4 years post BDSMinimum of 3 years DCT experience ideally substantially within the specialityMFDS holderDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester & Ipswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressColchester & Ipswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomEmployer's website