Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Advanced Training Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with an interest in Laparoscopic Surgery. This post will provide an excellent chance to further develop your skills in both Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology.
The department has a strong reputation in numerous areas such Urogynaecology, Gynae-oncology, Fetal Medicine, Ambulatory Gynaecology and BSGE accredited Endometriosis Centre as well as a centre of excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate education.
The department's gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse. Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning. Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit.
Main duties of the job
The role will be twinned with a consultant who has time allocated in their consultant job plan and will also be a mentor in laparoscopic surgery. The intention is to create a junior and consultant team across these interests to promote service and transformation.
The post is for an Advanced Laparoscopic Fellow with laparoscopic simulation to work closely with the Consultant lead for simulation and surgical champions.
The University Hospital North Midlands offers services at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital sites; this post shall cover clinical activity in both areas.
You will participate in the registrar on-call rota which is currently 1:12 (subject to change as we recruit into posts).
Should the candidate require continued training and assessment, we can offer the following ATSM training as post CCT:- Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine, Advanced Labour Ward, Labour Ward Leadership and Gynae-oncology. Other ATSMs maybe negotiable after discussion. All ATSM's can be provided within the RCOG ATSM framework.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatresin Europe.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will be twinned with a consultant who has time allocated in their consultant job plan and will also be a mentor in laparoscopic surgery. The intention is to create a junior and consultant team across these interests to promote service and transformation.
The post is for an Advanced Laparoscopic Fellow with laparoscopic simulation to work closely with the Consultant lead for simulation and surgical champions.
The University Hospital North Midlands offers services at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital sites; this post shall cover clinical activity in both areas.
You will participate in the registrar on-call rota which is currently 1:12 (subject to change as we recruit into posts).
Should the candidate require continued training and assessment, we can offer the following ATSM training as post CCT:- Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine, Advanced Labour Ward, Labour Ward Leadership and Gynae-oncology. Other ATSMs maybe negotiable after discussion. All ATSMs can be provided within the RCOG ATSM framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will be twinned with a consultant who has time allocated in their consultant job plan and will also be a mentor in laparoscopic surgery. The intention is to create a junior and consultant team across these interests to promote service and transformation.
The post is for an Advanced Laparoscopic Fellow with laparoscopic simulation to work closely with the Consultant lead for simulation and surgical champions.
The University Hospital North Midlands offers services at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital sites; this post shall cover clinical activity in both areas.
You will participate in the registrar on-call rota which is currently 1:12 (subject to change as we recruit into posts).
Should the candidate require continued training and assessment, we can offer the following ATSM training as post CCT:- Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine, Advanced Labour Ward, Labour Ward Leadership and Gynae-oncology. Other ATSMs maybe negotiable after discussion. All ATSMs can be provided within the RCOG ATSM framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- MRCOG Part 2
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
- oProven ability to work as a member of a team
Desirable
- Counselling, advanced communication or related qualification/training
- Proven ability to lead a team and demonstrate initiative
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Highly motivated individual
- Evidence of continuing professional Develpoment
- Commitment to pursuing career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience at ST5 + level (Senior Registrar)
Desirable
- Up to date RCOG portfolio or equivalent
- Log of experience & procedure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- MRCOG Part 2
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- oAbility to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
- oProven ability to work as a member of a team
Desirable
- Counselling, advanced communication or related qualification/training
- Proven ability to lead a team and demonstrate initiative
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Highly motivated individual
- Evidence of continuing professional Develpoment
- Commitment to pursuing career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience at ST5 + level (Senior Registrar)
Desirable
- Up to date RCOG portfolio or equivalent
- Log of experience & procedure
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).
