Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Specialist Dr in Obstetrics and Antenatal. This post is available for a period of 12 months initially with the option to extend by mutual agreement.
This post provides a great opportunity for Specialist Drs or General Practitioners to continue their professional development in one of the biggest and busiest trusts in the country, prior to applying for consultant posts.
Main duties of the job
This is a new and specific role. Successful candidates will have previous experience in obstetrics and gynaecology or be a General Practitioner with experience working in Maternity during training. The role will work specifically within General and/or Speciality Antenatal clinics alongside a Consultant. They will be expected to deliver 4 antenatal clinic sessions per week, working with the named Consultant. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be working with the same Consultants each week, seeking to provide continuity of care for the patients attending the clinics.
The post-holder will work 4 half day clinic sessions per week. (9am-1pm or 1.30pm-5.30pm)
About us
The Maternity and Gynaecology department includes all hospital and community based obstetrics, gynaecology and midwifery services.
44 consultants contribute to our obstetrics and gynaecology service, of which 18 are obstetric consultants, 18 gynaecologists, and 8 combined obstetrician and gynaecologists. The hospital based services are split between the City hospital and Queen's Medical Centre sites. Both have a labour suite which is associated with a level 3 Neonatal Unit, dedicatedobstetric anaesthetic service, and inpatient and outpatient obstetric services.
There is a 3 tier junior doctor 24 hour presence. Our fetal medicine centre accepts regional referrals, and is delivered across the two sites. There is a dedicated maternal medicine service, with multi-professional clinics including obstetric haematology, renal, and medical. There is a strongresearch presence in the department, with Nottingham contributing to, and leading, national and international clinical trials.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Were looking for compassionate, ambitious, and progressive people to join our team. With so many opportunities for self-development and progression, we need people who want to learn and inspire others. People who have a voice and want to use it to drive positive change. People who love a challenge and want to be part of transformation.
When you join our team, youll be welcomed into our family of supportive and passionate professionals all united by the same vision, ambitions, and goals.
Both hospital sites have a labour suite and we deliver around 8,000 babies per year. There is a Neonatal unit on both campuses, dedicated obstetric anaesthetic services, and inpatient and outpatient obstetric services. Antenatal outpatient, ultrasound and fetal medicine services are delivered on both campuses.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Were looking for compassionate, ambitious, and progressive people to join our team. With so many opportunities for self-development and progression, we need people who want to learn and inspire others. People who have a voice and want to use it to drive positive change. People who love a challenge and want to be part of transformation.
When you join our team, youll be welcomed into our family of supportive and passionate professionals all united by the same vision, ambitions, and goals.
Both hospital sites have a labour suite and we deliver around 8,000 babies per year. There is a Neonatal unit on both campuses, dedicated obstetric anaesthetic services, and inpatient and outpatient obstetric services. Antenatal outpatient, ultrasound and fetal medicine services are delivered on both campuses.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Membership of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- GMC Full Registration with License to Practice
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during postgraduate training period
Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- 12 years postgraduate experience of which a minimum of 6 must be within Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Demonstrate competency to work in antenatal clinic with indirect supervision.
- Commitment to clinical excellence
- Minimum 12 months working as a clinician in obstetrics and gynaecology within the UK
Desirable
- Well-presented log book or professional portfolio
Teaching
Essential
- Shows evidence of having taught medical students and junior doctors in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Evidence of having provided teaching to multi-disciplinary groups
- Completed a 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course
Communication skills
Essential
- Excellent standard of spoken and written English.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrates negotiation skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of training in communication skills
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and maintain consistent standards
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and abilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Membership of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- GMC Full Registration with License to Practice
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during postgraduate training period
Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- 12 years postgraduate experience of which a minimum of 6 must be within Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Demonstrate competency to work in antenatal clinic with indirect supervision.
- Commitment to clinical excellence
- Minimum 12 months working as a clinician in obstetrics and gynaecology within the UK
Desirable
- Well-presented log book or professional portfolio
Teaching
Essential
- Shows evidence of having taught medical students and junior doctors in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Evidence of having provided teaching to multi-disciplinary groups
- Completed a 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course
Communication skills
Essential
- Excellent standard of spoken and written English.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrates negotiation skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of training in communication skills
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and maintain consistent standards
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and abilities
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).