Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Special Interest in Facial Deformity and Orthognathic Surgery

Locum Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Special Interest in Facial Deformity and Orthognathic Surgery Fixed-Term Locum Consultant Appointment Full Time Considered Overview We are supporting the appointment of a Locum Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with a specialist interest in facial deformity and orthognathic surgery to join a well-established and supportive OMFS service within a large NHS provider. This fixed-term locum consultant role offers the opportunity to work within a busy tertiary referral environment, delivering high-quality care across a broad OMFS case mix. The post holder will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including orthodontists, anaesthetists, specialist nurses, and allied health professionals, contributing to outpatient clinics, theatre activity, multidisciplinary team meetings, teaching, and service development. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties • Deliver consultant-level care in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, with a focus on facial deformity and orthognathic surgery • Undertake outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and elective theatre sessions • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings for facial deformity and complex OMFS cases • Provide management of the full spectrum of OMFS conditions, including trauma • Take independent responsibility for patient care in line with consultant practice • Contribute to audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance activity Service Development and Multidisciplinary Working • Support ongoing development of the facial deformity and orthognathic service • Work collaboratively with orthodontic, restorative, anaesthetic, and nursing colleagues • Promote integrated care pathways across OMFS services • Engage with service improvement initiatives and departmental planning Leadership, Governance, and Professional Responsibilities • Active participation in clinical governance, audit, and risk management • Contribution to departmental meetings and service delivery discussions • Compliance with appraisal, revalidation, and mandatory training requirements • Demonstration of professional behaviours aligned with NHS values and inclusive practice Teaching, Training, and Research • Teaching and supervision of junior doctors, trainees, and dental core trainees • Contribution to undergraduate and postgraduate education • Engagement with research and audit activity where appropriate • Support development of educational initiatives within the department Job Plan • Full-time locum role with an indicative job plan of 10 Programmed Activities • Balance of Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional Activities agreed on appointment • Clinical activity to include outpatient clinics, theatre sessions, MDTs, and administrative time • Job plan subject to review and agreement with service leadership Person Specification Essential Requirements • Full GMC and GDC registration • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, or eligibility within 6 months via CCT • High level of clinical competence across OMFS, including facial deformity and trauma • Ability to manage patients independently at consultant level • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive clinical practice Desirable Attributes • Fellowship or advanced training in facial deformity or orthognathic surgery • Experience in service development or quality improvement • Teaching or research experience within OMFS • Interest in strengthening links with primary care services Why Apply • Locum consultant role within a well-resourced OMFS department • Exposure to complex facial deformity and orthognathic surgery • Strong multidisciplinary and administrative support • Opportunity to contribute to service development, teaching, and audit • Supportive consultant team environment Application Process This vacancy is being managed confidentially by Ava Medical. Full details regarding the employing organisation, location, and contract duration will be shared with suitably qualified candidates. To register interest or request a confidential discussion, please contact: jack@avamedical.co.uk