Job summary
The Fixed Term end date for this post is 01/03/2026.
Applications are
invited for the post of LOCUM Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to cover
for Parental leave.
We are looking for an enthusiastic
colleaguewith a flexible approach to provide an efficient service for
patients, women who attend the Obstetrics and Gynaecology departments in
Sunderland Royal Hospital and South Tyneside District Hospital.
Applicants must be a holder of
MRCOG, be eligible for the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and
Gynaecology within six months of the time of interview.
Work
on a 1:15 rota covering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Cover
sessions including medium risk ANC, GOPD, Caesarean section lists, Day
case Theatre,
Labour
ward is covered with a hot week rotation when the same consultant covers Monday
to Friday 8:30-18:00 every day
Weekends are split Friday / Sunday and
Saturday
Main duties of the job
Applicants must also have excellent organizational and communication
skills, be a good team worker and have experience in training undergraduates
and postgraduates. Direct involvement in delivery of NIHR portfolio clinical
research trials is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to
develop other special interests based on service requirements.
Family Care is an
exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and
develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are
committed to supporting flexible approaches to work wherever possible for our people. Please
enquire to see how we might work flexibly with you in this role.
If you are
interested in becoming part of our fantastic team then we would welcome your
application.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full duties of the role.
The successful candidate will be expected to work
as a team member to deliver the service contract and to contribute towards
strategic planning and development within the Directorate
The Directorate has a proud record of delivering
the contract within budget and aims to maintain this position. The post-holder will be professionally
responsible for their particular patient workload but will also be responsible
for colleagues patients while carrying out on-call work.
The Directorate expects the post-holder to adhere
to principles of practice as set by the GMC and comply with Trust Policies and
Procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full duties of the role.
The successful candidate will be expected to work
as a team member to deliver the service contract and to contribute towards
strategic planning and development within the Directorate
The Directorate has a proud record of delivering
the contract within budget and aims to maintain this position. The post-holder will be professionally
responsible for their particular patient workload but will also be responsible
for colleagues patients while carrying out on-call work.
The Directorate expects the post-holder to adhere
to principles of practice as set by the GMC and comply with Trust Policies and
Procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- ATSM advanced Labour ward or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Further Higher Degree, MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT, including ability to provide delivery suite cover and intrapartum care.
- Ability to offer expert opinion on a wide range of emergency / routine cases in obstetrics and gynaecology.
- Interest in Clinical Governance and Risk Management.
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues.
- Evidence of organisational, administrative, management and time management skills.
- Previous record of organisational achievement.
- IT literacy skills.
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Evidence of commitment to teaching.
Desirable
- Experience in delivering training and education in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management course and / or certificate.
- Qualification in medical education.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
- Supportive and tolerant.
- Can demonstrate good communication skills.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice.
- Involvement in quality and/or service improvement measures.
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit.
- Demonstrate ability to undertake audit in specialty area.
- Good presentation skills.
- Completed GCP training and been involved in NIHR portfolio clinical research.
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals.
- Involvement in relevant laboratory-based research.
- Experience in non-NIHR clinical research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- ATSM advanced Labour ward or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Further Higher Degree, MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT, including ability to provide delivery suite cover and intrapartum care.
- Ability to offer expert opinion on a wide range of emergency / routine cases in obstetrics and gynaecology.
- Interest in Clinical Governance and Risk Management.
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues.
- Evidence of organisational, administrative, management and time management skills.
- Previous record of organisational achievement.
- IT literacy skills.
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Evidence of commitment to teaching.
Desirable
- Experience in delivering training and education in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management course and / or certificate.
- Qualification in medical education.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
- Supportive and tolerant.
- Can demonstrate good communication skills.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice.
- Involvement in quality and/or service improvement measures.
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit.
- Demonstrate ability to undertake audit in specialty area.
- Good presentation skills.
- Completed GCP training and been involved in NIHR portfolio clinical research.
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals.
- Involvement in relevant laboratory-based research.
- Experience in non-NIHR clinical research.
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
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).
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