Job summary
Obs and Gynae Consultant with an interest in Early Pregnancy and Outpatient Gynaecology
Permanent
Salary- £105,504 - £139,882 Per Annum
Closing Date-5th December 2024
Interview Date-7th January 2025
We are a district general hospital based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire with a vision to provide first class consultant-delivered care to the children and families of Nuneaton, North Coventry, and West Leicestershire. We see 2,200 births each year in our consultant-led maternity unit and have strong links with our LMNS partner hospitals. Our Unit is friendly and led by eleven consultants (this will be the eleventh post).
We seek a dynamic, charismatic, and energetic individual with an interest in Early Pregnancy Assessment and Outpatient Gynaecologyto lead our staff into a brave new era and fit in with our vision for our service.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applicationsso you are advised to apply promptly.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
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Main duties of the job
- To support and complement both the Obstetrics and Gynaecology services provided by George Eliot Hospital NHS
- To take clinical responsibility for a defined cohort of women under their care
- To provide consultant presence on the Labour Ward
- To participate in 'Consultant of the week' rota and to provide consultant cover for the Maternity Assessment Unit and Triage
- To aid the lead clinician for the Gynae assessment unit and Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit.
- To be responsible for the obstetric training of junior staff and undergraduate students.
- To assist in the smooth running of the newly established Gynae Assessment Unit and the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit in line with National Guidelines, liaising with other colleagues and the Gynaecology Modern Matron.
- The ability/interest in performing laparoscopic hysterectomies would be advantageous.
- To be involved in appraisal and assessment of junior staff and undergraduate students.
- To take an active role in Clinical Governance, and lead and participate in audit projects relevant to clinic
- To promote research and academic activity within the department
- To attend Trust and Departmental induction and mandatory training
- To be responsible for Governance in Gynaecology in conjunction with the Matron for Gynaecology Services.
- To participate in any MDT - obstetric ad hoc, colposcopy if practiced and oncology if submitting a patient to be discussed
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to 'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits:On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PLAN (10 PAs)
This job plan is for illustration purposes only and may change slightly at appointment although overall content will be similar. There is a need to work flexibly and to commit to an annualised job plan to accommodate the hot week way of working.
Antenatal Clinic
Weekly
0.8
Gynaecology Theatre
Pre and Post op ward rounds
Alternate weeks
Alternate weeks
0.4
0.25
Labour Ward Cover Plus Predictable Activity OOH (Twilight and Weekends)
Hot Week 1:8
0830 1700 hrs Mon - Thurs
3.2
Colposcopy clinic
Weekly
0.8
Gynaecology Clinic
Alt Weeks
0.4
Administration
Weekly
0.8
SPA for Appraisal and Revalidation
Weekly
1.5
Hysteroscopy clinic
Weekly
0.8
Undergraduate Medical Education
0.5
Weekly
0.5
On Call - non predictable
Medium frequency: 1 in 5 to 1 in 8
1:8
Category: A
On call supplement: 5.0%
1:8
Category: A
On call supplement: 5.0%
Total
9.45
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PLAN (10 PAs)
This job plan is for illustration purposes only and may change slightly at appointment although overall content will be similar. There is a need to work flexibly and to commit to an annualised job plan to accommodate the hot week way of working.
Antenatal Clinic
Weekly
0.8
Gynaecology Theatre
Pre and Post op ward rounds
Alternate weeks
Alternate weeks
0.4
0.25
Labour Ward Cover Plus Predictable Activity OOH (Twilight and Weekends)
Hot Week 1:8
0830 1700 hrs Mon - Thurs
3.2
Colposcopy clinic
Weekly
0.8
Gynaecology Clinic
Alt Weeks
0.4
Administration
Weekly
0.8
SPA for Appraisal and Revalidation
Weekly
1.5
Hysteroscopy clinic
Weekly
0.8
Undergraduate Medical Education
0.5
Weekly
0.5
On Call - non predictable
Medium frequency: 1 in 5 to 1 in 8
1:8
Category: A
On call supplement: 5.0%
1:8
Category: A
On call supplement: 5.0%
Total
9.45
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriateknowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
- ATSM in Out Patient Hysteroscopy
- ATSM in EPAU management
- IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.
- Evidence of regularly undertaking audits and management of change in line with the audit recommendations
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
- Ability to perform/ interest in performing laparoscopic hysterectomies
Qualification and Professional Training
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration, with licence to practice
- MRCOG or Equivalent
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societiesor Associations eg BSCCP
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g., MSc, MD orequivalent
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriateknowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
- ATSM in Out Patient Hysteroscopy
- ATSM in EPAU management
- IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.
- Evidence of regularly undertaking audits and management of change in line with the audit recommendations
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
- Ability to perform/ interest in performing laparoscopic hysterectomies
Qualification and Professional Training
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration, with licence to practice
- MRCOG or Equivalent
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societiesor Associations eg BSCCP
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g., MSc, MD orequivalent
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).
