Job overview

The remit of the postholder will be to work within the multi–disciplinary team providing and further developing the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Service. In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the department. 
It is envisaged that the appointee will contribute to the development and delivery of inpatient, outpatient and emergency work (ward / A&E referrals). 

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will assist in the provision of a secondary care diagnosis and treatment services in oral surgery under Consultant supervision.

Services will be provided on outpatient and day case bases.

The position is for two posts, with an option for part time being available to multiple candidates.

The Trust Grade surgeon will be expected to effectively liaise with staff in a variety of departments, both within the departments of Maxillofacial Surgery and Hospital Dentistry (Orthodontics and Restorative), the Directorate of Surgery, and other departments within Croydon University Hospital, in order to provide comprehensive patient care.

The post holder will contribute to the continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge and for the proper functioning of his/her department.

He/she will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients and the running of the department while working for the hospital. 

Working for our organisation

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. 

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital. 

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.