Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Barts Health NHS Trust for 1 year.
The post will be based at The Whipps Cross University Hospital. This is a non-training post although will provide valuable experience for those wishing to secure future posts, including at consultant level for applicants who already hold CCT.
Almost all the sub-specialities in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are provided for at our centre.
Individuals will require full GMC Registration and should be post MRCOG membership. These posts are aimed at UK or Overseas trainee obstetricians at ST 6+ or above, and for EU trained individuals with the appropriate level of clinical experience. The successful applicant should have achieved basic ultrasound skills and laparoscopy skills consistent with senior registrar level (ST6 or above) and will be joining a 16-person middle grade rota.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Those interested should contact Ms Ora Jesner via email ora.jesner@nhs.net
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Main duties of the job
The Post holder will provide support for the day to day running of the Emergency Gynaecology Unit (EGU), including early pregnancy and gynaecology ultrasound lists, Ectopic follow-up clinics, Manual Vacuum Aspirations (MVA) and treatment of Bartholin's Abscess with Word catheter. Additionally, they will work with the endometriosis team in inpatient/day case theatres, outpatient clinics and the Gynaecology ward. They will be a key member of the team responsible for the treatment and care of women with endometriosis, providing both clinical care and support for audit and research within the department. There will be alternate week cover on the delivery suite in order to maintain and develop competence in obstetric skills. There will be an on-call component and the post holder should be able to act at senior registrar level within both obstetrics and general gynaecology, providing support to junior team members as required.
The Postholder will work within 48-hour EWTD compliant rota.
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About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Gynaecology and Advanced Laparoscopy.
There will be 3:16 long days (on a Wednesday)
There will be 3:16 weekends (8am-8pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
The Post holder will provide support to the endometriosis service and the emergency gynaecology service. There will be alternate week delivery suite cover and an out of hours component covering acute presentations on the delivery suite, inpatient antenatal and gynaecology patients and as part of the medical team the post holder may also be required to attend women in the A&E department as appropriate. The post holder will supervise junior registrars on call and will be responsible to the on call consultant who is on site 8am-10pm Mon-Fri and 8am 2pm and 8-10pm Sat Sun and on call 24/7.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Gynaecology and Advanced Laparoscopy.
There will be 3:16 long days (on a Wednesday)
There will be 3:16 weekends (8am-8pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
The Post holder will provide support to the endometriosis service and the emergency gynaecology service. There will be alternate week delivery suite cover and an out of hours component covering acute presentations on the delivery suite, inpatient antenatal and gynaecology patients and as part of the medical team the post holder may also be required to attend women in the A&E department as appropriate. The post holder will supervise junior registrars on call and will be responsible to the on call consultant who is on site 8am-10pm Mon-Fri and 8am 2pm and 8-10pm Sat Sun and on call 24/7.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as a senior registrar on Delivery Suite (ST6/7 level or above)
Desirable
- Experience in the UK as senior registrar on Delivery Suite
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Basic Ultrasound Skills
- Laparoscopy skills equivalent to ST6 or higher
Desirable
- Intermediate Gynaecology/ Early Pregnancy Ultrasound Skills
- ATSM in benign gynaecology
- Evidence of working within an endometriosis centre
Training Expected
Essential
- To be Eligible for registration with GMC
Management/Audit Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in Audit/Quality Improvement
Desirable
Specific requirements
Desirable
- To take up post as soon as possible
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Able to work as a senior registrar on Delivery Suite (ST6/7 level or above)
Desirable
- Experience in the UK as senior registrar on Delivery Suite
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Basic Ultrasound Skills
- Laparoscopy skills equivalent to ST6 or higher
Desirable
- Intermediate Gynaecology/ Early Pregnancy Ultrasound Skills
- ATSM in benign gynaecology
- Evidence of working within an endometriosis centre
Training Expected
Essential
- To be Eligible for registration with GMC
Management/Audit Experience
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in Audit/Quality Improvement
Desirable
Specific requirements
Desirable
- To take up post as soon as possible
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).
