Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Job Description
Job summary
We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a highly motivated ambitious, enthusiastic and passionate Obstetrician & Gynaecologist with well-rounded training to join an existing dedicated team of 12 Consultants.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
Main duties of the job
Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, to provide a service in obstetrics and gynaecology with responsibility for specific areas (such as certain MDTs lead roles) and generalist practice or sub specialisms as agreed with the Head of Department.
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in South Yorkshire.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of work including outpatient clinic sessions in obstetrics and gynaecology, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists in addition to this the post will carry a 1:8 on call.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work? and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.
But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
All Consultant interviews will be performed in person (face to face). If there are any exceptional circumstances as to why a candidate cannot attend in person then a possible virtual interview will be considered by the Executive panel but is not guaranteed.
Job responsibilities
The Department
The Medical Staffing establishment of the Department is 12 Consultants, 1 CESR fellow, 1 Specialty Doctor, 8 Specialty Registrars (ST3 and above) rotating within the region, 1 ST1/2 and 6 GP Trainees.
The Post
The Gynaecological Service
The gynaecological inpatient unit is located on Ward B11. At present, there are 14 beds.
A full range of gynaecology procedures are provided including advanced laparoscopic and urogynaecology surgery, advanced ambulatory procedures and colposcopy. We are a cancer unit offering early stage cancer surgery, with the advanced surgery being performed at our local cancer centres in Sheffield. There is a very active ambulatory care unit performing novasure and other outpatient techniques.
There is specific Consultant-led practice in cervical pathology; oncology; fertility; ambulatory care and urogynaecology; and full facilities are available for the support of minimal access gynaecological surgery. There are also other specialist clinics including perineal trauma clinic, vulval, pregnancy advisory and abortion care, joint endocrine clinic and psychosexual clinics.
A nurse lead team with consultant supervision supports early pregnancy assessment.
The Obstetric Service
The Obstetric unit conducts approximately 2600 2700 deliveries per year.
The Maternity Unit currently has 23 beds and a Level 2 neonatal unit. Consultant presence on the Delivery Suite is 62.5 hours a week. There are resident evening sessions with non-resident on call overnight.
Antenatal practice is divided up into specific speciality clinics to which expectant mothers are allocated. The vast majority of routine and detailed scans are performed within the department. Consultant physicians and Nurse/midwife Specialists support specific antenatal clinics. The unit has specialist antenatal clinics, which include preterm, multiple pregnancy, diabetes, mental health, endocrine and haematology.
The Neonatal Service
The neonatal unit is designated as a Local Neonatal Unit (level 2) working in conjunction with the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. There are 14 cots including 3 intensive/high dependency cots. The department works in close conjunction with the obstetric unit and the neonatal network to ensure effective care of extreme prematurity and complex antenatal problems.
Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, to provide a service in obstetrics and gynaecology with responsibility for specific areas (such as certain MDTs lead roles) and generalist practice or sub specialisms as agreed with the Head of Department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- MRCoG or appropriate specialist qualification
Desirable
- Higher medical degree
Ability and Skills
Essential
- Delivery of acute clinical care
- Good leadership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Good organisational and management skills
- Supportive and tolerant
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Caring attitude to patients
Desirable
- Ability to lead
- Ability to offer obstetric care
- Ability and competence in gynaecology care and surgery
- Surgical experience
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
- Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good clinical decision making
- Aware of own limitations
- Some record of engaging clinical governance, reporting errors, learning from errors
- Evidence of active participation in audit
- Evidence of interest and experience in guideline writing
Experience
Essential
- Ability to offer acute Obstetrics and Gynaecology care as the Consultant
Other criteria
Essential
- Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities
- Demonstrate a clear interest not only in the specialty but sub-specialty components within the job
- Demonstrates maintenance and development of professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
- Demonstrates a willingness to engage in appraisal, self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior staff
- Experience in teaching
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
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