Job summary
We are growing our Consultant Workforce and so would welcome applications for both full time posts and those wishing to job-share.
Consultant O&G with interest in benign gynaecology and colposcopy x2
It is expected that the successful candidates will be predominantly site based at Peterborough or Hinchingbrooke but will be working across sites as per job plan. Each post is based on different sites and candidates will be asked for their preferred site at the interview. The posts will be allocated after the interview process taking into consideration the candidate's preference and the site's needs.
This appointment will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of service for the 2003 consultant contract (England).
Our service is forward thinking, with a continual improvement culture. We were rated the top unit for Gynaecology and Obstetric training, we achieved CNST year 3, and rank 3rd in the region for compliance with Ockendon.
Main duties of the job
NWAFT serves a diverse and fast growing population of 700,000 people, and employs around 6,000 staff. It is commissioned from Peterborough and Cambridge CCG, South Lincolnshire CCG and NHS England.
Both hospitals; Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke have fully equipped obstetric and midwifery led birthing units, fetal medicine scanning and high risk obstetric services in addition to high quality modern inpatient and outpatient Gynaecology services. The Maternity IT system is K2 with all 3 modules- Antenatal, Intrapartum and Postnatal.
Hinchingbrooke Hospital (HH) has a credible reputation for its personal approach to the provision of maternity services and the excellent care provided for women and their families. There are about 2000 births per annum with caesarean section rate below 25%. The Unit has achieved CNST Level 3 and scored Good in the latest CQC review. It has achieved UNICEF Level 3 for Breast Feeding Initiative (BFI). It has a midwifery led birthing unit alongside the Consultant led Obstetric Unit. It achieved BSUG accreditation in 2014.
About us
Peterborough City Hospital (PCH) delivers around 5000 women per annum, which represents an increase of 10% over the last 2 years. The Maternity footprint is designed to accommodate 6000 births eventually. PCH has a very popular Midwifery-led birthing Unit (MLBU) which is alongside the Consultant led Unit. The local demographic trend is increasing at an anticipated 300 births per annum. The C/S rate was 24.5% last year, below the national average.
The standard job plan is of 10 programmed activities (PA's) including a 1 in 12 on call rota covering Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Peterborough City Hospital and a 1 in 8 rota at Hinchingbrooke Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust. To arrange this or to discuss the post in more detail please contact Mr Sreejith Kodakkattil Clinical Leads for Obstetrics and Gynaecology at PCH.
Telephone - 01733 677154 (PCH)
Email Sreejith.kodakkattil@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust. To arrange this or to discuss the post in more detail please contact Mr Sreejith Kodakkattil Clinical Leads for Obstetrics and Gynaecology at PCH.
Telephone - 01733 677154 (PCH)
Email Sreejith.kodakkattil@nhs.net
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- MRCOG or equivalent
- ATSM Benign Gynaecology
- ATSM Hysteroscopy and colposcopy
- CCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within six months of the Appointments Advisory Committee
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
- Labour Ward ATSM or equivalence or 'grandfathering'
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in MDT team working, practice and providing leadership in managing labour wards and acute emergencies
- Recent active involvement in practical intrapartum obstetrics
- Broad experience in Obstetrics
Desirable
- Experience of working in Gynae-oncology
- Teaching at post- and undergraduate levels
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Able to demonstrate successful participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of Attendance and presentation [incl poster] at national or international Obstetric and gyne meetings
- Evidence of completed and published research
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- MRCOG or equivalent
- ATSM Benign Gynaecology
- ATSM Hysteroscopy and colposcopy
- CCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within six months of the Appointments Advisory Committee
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
- Labour Ward ATSM or equivalence or 'grandfathering'
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in MDT team working, practice and providing leadership in managing labour wards and acute emergencies
- Recent active involvement in practical intrapartum obstetrics
- Broad experience in Obstetrics
Desirable
- Experience of working in Gynae-oncology
- Teaching at post- and undergraduate levels
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Able to demonstrate successful participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of Attendance and presentation [incl poster] at national or international Obstetric and gyne meetings
- Evidence of completed and published 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).
