Job summary
This is a fixed term post in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with effect as soon as possible.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology department provides care for women in Croydon Borough and beyond. Obstetrics is delivered from self-contained unit and gynaecology from combined surgical wards. In addition, there are Day Care beds for Gynaecology patients. The Maternity Unit has 11 delivery rooms and a designated Theatre Suite, including 2 Operating Theatres and Recovery Area. The Postgraduate Centre, including Medical Library, is situated immediately above the Ante-Natal and Gynaecology clinics.
Main duties of the job
TRUST GRADE REGISTRAR (ST3+) IN OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology are looking to recruit two Trust Grade Registrars (ST3+ level) within Obstetrics & Gynaecology to commence as soon as possible. Applicants will have at least 3 years' experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and have MRCOG part 1 or equivalent. The posts will be for one year initially with the possibility of extension for the appropriate appointee.
Croydon University Hospital is large DGH serving a diverse population and the successful candidate will gain a wealth of NHS experience in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Candidates will also be able to pursue specific skills depending on their level of competence and experience.
There are 18 full-time Consultants and other specialist colleagues working less than full time. The middle and junior grade is staffed by a variety of doctors including Associate Specialist, Specialist Registrars/StR3+, General Practice Vocational Scheme (GPVTS) trainees and foundation doctors.
Interested candidates should contact Mr David Rose, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at davidrose5@nhs.net for further information.
About us
Croydon Health Services provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon.
These include:
- Croydon University Hospital (formerly Mayday University Hospital)
- Purley War Memorial Hospital
- The Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Centre in Thornton Heath
- A minor injuries unit in New Addington
The Trust is unique in that it has integrated primary and secondary care to form a single combined trust.
Our staff are formed from local residents as well as colleagues from afar. The borough has a diverse population and is one of the largest in London.
We promise everyone in Croydon, whether you are in hospital, in the community or at home, that we will do our best to ensure:
- You feel cared for by helpful and welcoming staff, who respect you as an individual
- You feel in safe hands with highly professional staff who work well together in clean clinics and hospitals
- You feel confident in your treatment from skilled teams of compassionate clinicians who listen to you and keep you informed
- You feel we value your time with convenient appointments, minimal waiting and care closer to home.
- You feel it's getting better all the time as we continue to improve our services
These promises, developed with our patients, carers and staff help us deliver the pledges in the NHS Constitution and our own corporate objectives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Responsibilities
The duties under Consultant supervision include the following
- Supervision and day-to-day care of ward patients.
- General supervision of the wards.
- Taking part in antenatal and gynaecology clinics with the Consultant.
- Ward rounds on the Labour Ward.
- Attending gynaecological operating lists in the Main Theatre Suite.
Teaching and Training Responsibilities
- The Registrar is involved in teaching of junior staff, nurses and medical
students.
- The Registrar will assist with organisation of Departmental meetings and
presenting cases.
- There are facilities available for research.
Post-Graduate Training Programme
The Specialist Registrars are required to keep a personal development file and to keep this up to date. They are expected to become fully involved with the educational activities of the department and also to become involved with the teaching of medical students, which are organised at intervals throughout the year. The assessment of the Specialist Registrars will follow the scheme set out by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, including summative and
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Responsibilities
The duties under Consultant supervision include the following
- Supervision and day-to-day care of ward patients.
- General supervision of the wards.
- Taking part in antenatal and gynaecology clinics with the Consultant.
- Ward rounds on the Labour Ward.
- Attending gynaecological operating lists in the Main Theatre Suite.
Teaching and Training Responsibilities
- The Registrar is involved in teaching of junior staff, nurses and medical
students.
- The Registrar will assist with organisation of Departmental meetings and
presenting cases.
- There are facilities available for research.
Post-Graduate Training Programme
The Specialist Registrars are required to keep a personal development file and to keep this up to date. They are expected to become fully involved with the educational activities of the department and also to become involved with the teaching of medical students, which are organised at intervals throughout the year. The assessment of the Specialist Registrars will follow the scheme set out by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, including summative and
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- At least three years experience in Obs and Gynae
Desirable
Essential
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- At least three years experience in Obs and Gynae
Desirable
Essential
Essential
Desirable
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).
