Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the successful Women's services at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, as a Locum Consultant in Obstetrics, Maternal and Fetal Medicine. This fixed term Maternity cover posts aims to provide consultant cover to drive further development and aspirations of the tertiary services in the Wessex region.
The regional maternal and fetal medicine service has close collaboration with related specialties such as genetics, paediatric cardiology, neonatology and neonatal surgery, adult endocrinology, cardiology and haematology. We operate as a clinical network with hospitals across the Wessex region to provide consistent high quality care. The Southampton Maternity Service has 5500 births per year and is committed to a multi-professional team approach as determined by the individual needs of the woman. We aim for a supportive culture of working together that inspires, promotes innovation and continuously improves.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The role is intended to support leadership in all aspects of patient care, safety, and clinical governance.
You will support the resident and non-resident consultant obstetrician on call rota and provide consultant presence on the labour ward, for outpatient and inpatient antenatal care and elective Caesarean sections.
You will be expected to deliver clinical excellence within Obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
You will contribute to regional multidisciplinary education and training initiatives.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are keen to hear from ambitious individuals who have completed obstetric training and potentially additionally sub-specialty training in maternal and fetal medicine, including experience in complex antenatal and intrapartum care. You should have high level skills in managing complex pregnancies.
A willingness to learn and work within a constantly changing environment is necessary together with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
The ability to actively support and engage with ongoing research themes and projects in line with the expectations of a vibrant academic hospital and to support the subspecialty trainees in achieving research requirements.
Experience in leading service change and the training of medical and non-medical staff is also desirable.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Job Reference: MT1139 - This vacancy closes on or before: 2nd April2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The role is intended to support leadership in all aspects of patient care, safety, and clinical governance.
You will support the resident and non-resident consultant obstetrician on call rota and provide consultant presence on the labour ward, for outpatient and inpatient antenatal care and elective Caesarean sections.
You will be expected to deliver clinical excellence within Obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
You will contribute to regional multidisciplinary education and training initiatives.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are keen to hear from ambitious individuals who have completed obstetric training and potentially additionally sub-specialty training in maternal and fetal medicine, including experience in complex antenatal and intrapartum care. You should have high level skills in managing complex pregnancies.
A willingness to learn and work within a constantly changing environment is necessary together with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
The ability to actively support and engage with ongoing research themes and projects in line with the expectations of a vibrant academic hospital and to support the subspecialty trainees in achieving research requirements.
Experience in leading service change and the training of medical and non-medical staff is also desirable.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Job Reference: MT1139 - This vacancy closes on or before: 2nd April2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG
- ATSM or equivalent in Advanced Labour Ward Practice
Desirable
- ATSM or equivalent demonstrating special interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Accredited GMC educational supervisor
- Further higher degree
- Evidence of research and publications
- Entry on the Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the advisory appointments committee
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Ability to manage a busy high risk labour ward and obstetrics and gynaecology emergencies independently
- Previous experience of on call O&G as a senior resident in a high-risk maternity unit within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience in delivering formal undergraduate and/or postgraduate education
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
- Good presentation and communication skills
Desirable
- Leadership Qualities; enthusiastic, flexible, able to adapt to change and to lead service developments
- Evidence of previous relevant experience to make significant developments and contributions to established services with demonstrable output
Living the Trust Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG
- ATSM or equivalent in Advanced Labour Ward Practice
Desirable
- ATSM or equivalent demonstrating special interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Accredited GMC educational supervisor
- Further higher degree
- Evidence of research and publications
- Entry on the Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the advisory appointments committee
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Ability to manage a busy high risk labour ward and obstetrics and gynaecology emergencies independently
- Previous experience of on call O&G as a senior resident in a high-risk maternity unit within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience in delivering formal undergraduate and/or postgraduate education
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
- Good presentation and communication skills
Desirable
- Leadership Qualities; enthusiastic, flexible, able to adapt to change and to lead service developments
- Evidence of previous relevant experience to make significant developments and contributions to established services with demonstrable output
Living the Trust Values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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).
