Clinical Fellow in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

UHBW Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Bristol is seeking an experienced clinician for a 12-month Head & Neck Fellowship in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The role includes delivering clinical sessions, participating in multidisciplinary clinics, and performing surgeries. This position is ideal for dual-qualified trainees looking to enhance their expertise in head and neck oncology. The fellowship offers tailored training opportunities within a supportive environment. Candidates must have a strong foundation in surgical care and commitment to patient welfare.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery required.
• Experience in managing oncology patients preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical sessions focused on diagnostics and surgical planning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and assist with treatment planning.
• Perform major head and neck resections and reconstructions.
• Provide peri-operative care and follow-up for oncology patients.

Skills

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Surgical Planning

Post-operative Care

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Education

Qualified Clinician in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Job description

Head & Neck Fellowship in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Applications are invited for a 12‑month Head & Neck Fellowship in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. This position is a replacement for the current fellow who will be leaving in January 2026. The fellowship has been successfully established for over 10 years and can be tailored to meet the training needs of the successful applicant.

The post is designed for experienced clinicians with a strong foundation in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. It has historically attracted overseas trainees who have completed their core training in their home country and wish to enhance their expertise with high‑quality Head & Neck Surgery experience. The fellowship is ideally suited to dual‑qualified trainees; however, depending on demonstrable training and surgical experience, it may be adapted for singly qualified applicants.

Scope of Training

Our unit provides the full Head & Neck Surgery, including:

• Aerodigestive tract mucosal disease
• Skin cancer
• Salivary gland and thyroid surgery
• Microvascular free flap reconstruction

The role includes participation in a non‑resident Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery on‑call rota, covering facial trauma, orofacial infections, and inpatient care for complex Head & Neck cancer patients.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery department and play an active role in the management of head and neck oncology patients. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering clinical sessions focused on diagnostics, surgical planning, operative management, and post‑operative care.
• Participating in multidisciplinary head and neck cancer clinics and MDT meetings, assisting with assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for oncology patients.
• Performing and assisting in major head and neck resections and reconstructions under supervision.
• Providing peri‑operative care and follow‑up for oncology patients.

About the Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and more than 100 different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as “Good” overall and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we aim to recruit a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, please contact:
Name: Charlotte Kelsall
Job title: Assistant General Manager – Dental Services
Email: [e-mail]