Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

A vacancy has arisen in the Obstetrics & Gynecology department for a Locum Appointment to Service ST1-2 Level due to a vacancy in the GPVTS Training Program.

This is a service post but provides an excellent opportunity for a trainee seeking experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology or individuals interested in embarking in a career in Obstetrics & Gynecology.

This post is a 1:7 full shift rota which includes out of hours.

The Department is staffed by 12 Consultants, 1 Specialty Doctor, 1 CESR Fellow, 8Specialty Trainees at ST3 and above, 1 ST1-2 trainee and 6 GP/VTS trainees.

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification attached, and ensure that your statement in support of your application reflects the criteria.

For further information, please contact Miss Nike Bika , Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology on: 01709 424318, or Miss Faye Marshall , Service Manager for Family Health on 01709 42424245.

Main duties of the job

When attached to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Wards, the Junior Clinical Fellow is responsible for ensuring that all patients are adequately clerked, investigations ordered and results received, acted upon and filed. The administrative duties include ensuring that discharge summaries are completed within reasonable time.

The Junior Clinical Fellow is also required to attend appropriate clinics and see selected patients under supervision.

When on duty for Labour Suite, the Junior Clinical Fellow work should be organised in order to ensure that patients in this Intensive Care Area will receive prompt attention at all times. In the evening and at weekends the Junior Clinical Fellow is also on duty on the Obstetric Wards and should be acquainted with all the obstetric in-patients.

There is a regular GP teaching session on Wednesday afternoons and postgraduate teaching sessions on Friday afternoons which may be appropriate.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population. 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 do not 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 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.

Date posted

28 August 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Foundation Doctor

Salary

£43,923 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-07-089

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the post have been constructed having considered the current and anticipated work of the Department. However, duties may be subject to modification from time to time in accordance with any changes introduced in the Department Policy.

The Department

The Gynaecological Service

The gynaecological inpatient unit is located on Ward B11. At present, there are 14 beds. Each year we perform:

1900 day case procedures

600 elective inpatient procedures

7500 new outpatients.

11000 FU patients

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

Early pregnancy assessment is supported by a nurse lead team with consultant supervision.

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. Specific antenatal clinics are supported by Consultant physicians and Nurse/midwife Specialists. 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.

Clinical Governance

In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

On-call/Full Shift duties

The rota commitment is currently full shift with prospective cover and on call commitments. The commitment is to The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This is reviewed and contracted for prior to each new intake. Any changes to the rota may result in a change in the work schedule.

General

Clinical Governance

1. In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

2. Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the post have been constructed having considered the current and anticipated work of the Department. However, duties may be subject to modification from time to time in accordance with any changes introduced in the Department Policy.

The Department

The Gynaecological Service

The gynaecological inpatient unit is located on Ward B11. At present, there are 14 beds. Each year we perform:

1900 day case procedures

600 elective inpatient procedures

7500 new outpatients.

11000 FU patients

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

Early pregnancy assessment is supported by a nurse lead team with consultant supervision.

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. Specific antenatal clinics are supported by Consultant physicians and Nurse/midwife Specialists. 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.

Clinical Governance

In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

On-call/Full Shift duties

The rota commitment is currently full shift with prospective cover and on call commitments. The commitment is to The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This is reviewed and contracted for prior to each new intake. Any changes to the rota may result in a change in the work schedule.

General

Clinical Governance

1. In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

2. Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

Person Specification

Ability/skills

Essential

  • Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
  • Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Education and Teaching

Desirable

  • Evidence of participation

Leadership*

Essential

  • An understanding of and ability to demonstrate your ability to: Empower others, Lead through change, Influence strategically, Collaborative working, Drive for improvement and Integrity
  • Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
  • Please confirm your GMC number
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part I or relevant experience

Research and Audit

Essential

  • Understanding of principles and application
  • 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
  • Ability to deal with the stressful situations and take responsibility

Experience

Essential

  • Basic medical training
  • Good record keeping
  • Demonstrate recent or up to date breadth of experience and training to enable fulfilment of service requirements for the post.

Desirable

  • Basic surgical skills course
  • ALS training
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology experience
  • Experience in other relevant disciplines
Person Specification

Ability/skills

Essential

  • Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
  • Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Education and Teaching

Desirable

  • Evidence of participation

Leadership*

Essential

  • An understanding of and ability to demonstrate your ability to: Empower others, Lead through change, Influence strategically, Collaborative working, Drive for improvement and Integrity
  • Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
  • Please confirm your GMC number
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part I or relevant experience

Research and Audit

Essential

  • Understanding of principles and application
  • 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
  • Ability to deal with the stressful situations and take responsibility

Experience

Essential

  • Basic medical training
  • Good record keeping
  • Demonstrate recent or up to date breadth of experience and training to enable fulfilment of service requirements for the post.

Desirable

  • Basic surgical skills course
  • ALS training
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology experience
  • Experience in other relevant disciplines

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

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Faye Marshall

faye.marshall1@nhs.net

Date posted

28 August 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Foundation Doctor

Salary

£43,923 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-24-07-089

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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