Job summary
Applications are invited for the Clinical Fellow post. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinical fellow in obstetrics and gynaecology (ST6/7 equivalent) with opportunities for developing a special interest in Myoma service.
The senior clinical fellow will work on the general obstetrics and gynaecology rota.
The post-holder will also participate in the Acute Gynaecology Unit (AGU) rota.
This is an 8 week rolling rota witha weekend on call every 8 weeks - 5-9pm Friday, 9am-9pm Saturday/Sunday. This is then followed by a week off. For 4 weeks, there will be a 5-9pm on call per week. The day can differ per week. This is then followed by 2 weeks with no out-of-hours on call.
Main duties of the job
This post will be based in The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London. The successful candidate will be expected to work with professional colleagues and local managers in the efficient running of the Service. He/she will be expected to participate in the Trust's system of governance and audit, and maintain their CME/CPD. He/she will also have a commitment to participate in the Trust's professional development activities. The appointee will be expected to observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedure, drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters, and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.
About us
Children & Women's Directorate includes Paediatric medicine and surgery; gynaecology, gynae-oncology, reproductive medicine, urogynaecology, fetal medicine; neonatology; obstetrics; clinical genetics; and clinical psychology.
The successful candidate will be expected to work with professional colleagues and local managers in the efficient running of the Service, and will share with Consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. He/she will be expected to participate in the Trusts system of governance and audit, and maintain their CME/CPD. He/she will also have a commitment to participate in the Trusts professional development. The appointee will be expected to observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedure, drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters, and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weekly duties: The post will involve fixed sessions to support the myoma service and additional flexible sessions to contribute to the general senior registrar rota (at least one per week). A proposed outline of this activity is below:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
Gynae-Oncology MDT
Admin for accreta service/High BMI
Myoma MDT (1/mth) or Research MDT (1/mth)
Myoma Clinic (SD)
OT/DSU
PM
Myoma Clinic (SD)
General rota
High BMI/Accreta postoperative FU (1/mth)
Recurrent miscarriage clinic
OT/DSU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weekly duties: The post will involve fixed sessions to support the myoma service and additional flexible sessions to contribute to the general senior registrar rota (at least one per week). A proposed outline of this activity is below:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
Gynae-Oncology MDT
Admin for accreta service/High BMI
Myoma MDT (1/mth) or Research MDT (1/mth)
Myoma Clinic (SD)
OT/DSU
PM
Myoma Clinic (SD)
General rota
High BMI/Accreta postoperative FU (1/mth)
Recurrent miscarriage clinic
OT/DSU
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Part 2 MRCOG or equivalent. Registration with GMC.
Experience
Essential
- Foundation years completed Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to ST 6/7 (minimum of 5 years' experience in O and G)
Desirable
- Initiated some relevant research during their career to date. Evidence of interest in gynaecological surgery
Skills
Essential
- Able to deal with basic management of gynaecological emergencies. Able to manage a high risk delivery suite
Desirable
- Experience in performing transvaginal ultrasound and hysteroscopy. Previous research experience and evidence of publications
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad understanding of gynaecology Understands principles of research, audit and quality improvement An understanding of the importance of patient safety
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit and/or quality improvement projects. Evidence of involvement in morbidity and mortality meetings and or risk management
Other
Essential
- Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team. Able to cooperate with colleagues on research projects. Flexible in dealing with workload in the department and able to work under pressure. Punctual and able to organise own time and learning. Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Part 2 MRCOG or equivalent. Registration with GMC.
Experience
Essential
- Foundation years completed Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to ST 6/7 (minimum of 5 years' experience in O and G)
Desirable
- Initiated some relevant research during their career to date. Evidence of interest in gynaecological surgery
Skills
Essential
- Able to deal with basic management of gynaecological emergencies. Able to manage a high risk delivery suite
Desirable
- Experience in performing transvaginal ultrasound and hysteroscopy. Previous research experience and evidence of publications
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad understanding of gynaecology Understands principles of research, audit and quality improvement An understanding of the importance of patient safety
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit and/or quality improvement projects. Evidence of involvement in morbidity and mortality meetings and or risk management
Other
Essential
- Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team. Able to cooperate with colleagues on research projects. Flexible in dealing with workload in the department and able to work under pressure. Punctual and able to organise own time and learning. Good communication skills, both written and verbal
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).
