Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical fellow to join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department at University Hospitals Birmingham.
The department is seeking to appoint a Clinical Fellow for High-risk Obstetrics, ST5 and above equivalent. This post can commence as soon as possible and will be for a period of one year, potentially renewable.
Applicants should have experience at working at a ST5 or above level for a minimum of 6 months within the UK. Please refer to the RCOG Curriculum for training matrix.
Candidates will require current and valid GMC registration.
At the ST3-5 level, the post-holder will be expected to have completed competences in line with RCOG recommended competencies for ST4 and have completed MRCOG Part 1. AT ST6-7 level, the post-holder will be expected to have completed competences in line with the RCOG recommended competencies ST5 and MRCOG Part 3.
Main duties of the job
At ST3-5 level, the post-holder will be supported to work towards/complete the optional/ intermediate Ultrasound Modules on Transabdominal Ultrasound Examination of Foetal Anatomy, Transabdominal Ultrasound examination in later pregnancy including cervical length and placental assessment and Transabdominal Ultrasound examination of Foetal Biometry in later pregnancy. The job will include at least 2 regular supervised sessions per week in High-risk Obstetrics, Maternal and/or Foetal Medicine including general Foetal Medicine, SGA clinic, Preterm Prevention Clinic, Multiple Pregnancy Clinic and Specialist Maternal Medicine Clinic. The fellow would be expected to lend support to the weekly regular Foetal Medicine or Maternal Medicine MDT, depending on their area of interest.
The successful candidate will take part in an emergency on-call rota and routine elective work in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This will include Caesarean Section lists, administrative and educational tasks and general and specialist outpatient clinics. On call frequency is 1:8.
The post will be based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital with an understanding the post holder may also be required to work at different sites, dependent on the needs of the service. It would be beneficial that you would be able to drive and have own means of transport.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to:
*Work with a named consultant, who will act as a mentor and will be available to perform appraisals, provide support and advice.
*Attend weekly meeting to discuss CTG's and interesting cases for learning.
*Attend monthly audit meetings and trainees are encouraged to undertake audit projects.
*Attend the monthly mortality, morbidity, audit and governance meetings.
*Attend Postgraduate Education meetings.
*Be actively involved on quality improvement, research and teaching projects to enhance surgical portfolio.
*Be able to liaise with Consultants, other junior doctors, Nurses, Midwives, patient, relatives, administrative staff and other senior medical staff
*Be able to eventually supervise/ support more junior members of the team.
Duties will also involve but will not be limited to working on the labour ward, reviewing obstetric emergencies and caring for antenatal, postnatal inpatients as well as attending antenatal clinics and participating in elective Caesarean section lists. There will be opportunities to develop special interests in one of the following areas:
*Ultrasound and Foetal medicine
*Multiple pregnancy service
*Preterm prevention clinic
*Maternal Medicine: Diabetes, Renal, Respiratory, Rheumatology, Haematology
*Antenatal clinic
*Medical education
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to:
*Work with a named consultant, who will act as a mentor and will be available to perform appraisals, provide support and advice.
*Attend weekly meeting to discuss CTG's and interesting cases for learning.
*Attend monthly audit meetings and trainees are encouraged to undertake audit projects.
*Attend the monthly mortality, morbidity, audit and governance meetings.
*Attend Postgraduate Education meetings.
*Be actively involved on quality improvement, research and teaching projects to enhance surgical portfolio.
*Be able to liaise with Consultants, other junior doctors, Nurses, Midwives, patient, relatives, administrative staff and other senior medical staff
*Be able to eventually supervise/ support more junior members of the team.
Duties will also involve but will not be limited to working on the labour ward, reviewing obstetric emergencies and caring for antenatal, postnatal inpatients as well as attending antenatal clinics and participating in elective Caesarean section lists. There will be opportunities to develop special interests in one of the following areas:
*Ultrasound and Foetal medicine
*Multiple pregnancy service
*Preterm prevention clinic
*Maternal Medicine: Diabetes, Renal, Respiratory, Rheumatology, Haematology
*Antenatal clinic
*Medical education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from an accredited University
- A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies equivalent to ST5 as per RCOG.
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge appropriate to level of responsibility.
- To be able to manage labour ward independently or with some supervision of a more senior clinician
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Part 3 MRCOG (For ST6/7 equivalent)
- Advanced Life Skills in Obstetrics (ALSO)
- Obstetric Emergency skills, including CTG interpretation
Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Desirable
- Previously worked with the NHS or experience in the NHS.
- Previous experience at ST3-7 level as per RCOG requirements
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly. Knows when to seek help and able to prioritise clinical need.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
- Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from an accredited University
- A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies equivalent to ST5 as per RCOG.
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge appropriate to level of responsibility.
- To be able to manage labour ward independently or with some supervision of a more senior clinician
- IT Skills
Desirable
- Part 3 MRCOG (For ST6/7 equivalent)
- Advanced Life Skills in Obstetrics (ALSO)
- Obstetric Emergency skills, including CTG interpretation
Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Desirable
- Previously worked with the NHS or experience in the NHS.
- Previous experience at ST3-7 level as per RCOG requirements
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly. Knows when to seek help and able to prioritise clinical need.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
- Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.
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.
Applications 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
Applications 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).
