Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a Trust Grade Registrar at Barts Health NHS Trust for twelve months, on a fixed-term contract. Interested individuals are invited to apply for appointment to start as soon as possible.
The post will be based at Whipps Cross University Hospital and while this is a non-training post, the successful candidate will work across the full range of specialist clinics and theatres and will be invited to take part in all the educational opportunities the department has to offer. There may be an opportunity to develop specialist interests including completion of SITMs if eligible.
Individuals will require full GMC Registration and should at least be post MRCOG part 1. These posts are aimed at UK or Overseas trainee obstetricians at ST3+ level or above, and for EU trained individuals with the appropriate level of clinical experience. The successful applicant would join a 16-person middle grade rota.
Those interested should contact Ms Ismail Wong, via email ismailwong@nhs.net
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Main duties of the job
The Postholder will be responsible for the treatment and care of women across all our service locations. Daytime duties will include, operating lists, gynaecology outpatients, antenatal clinics, Delivery Suite, and inpatients. As part of the medical team the postholder will also be required to attend women in the A&E department as appropriate.
The rota will be full shift and includes 'long day' and night shifts covering both Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
In accordance with paragraph 110(d) of the Terms and Conditions of Service practitioners will be prepared to perform duties in occasional circumstances without additional remuneration but may be granted time off in lieu at the discretion of the employing authority. Commitments arising in such circumstances are, however, exceptional and practitioners should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods on a regular basis. All efforts will be made to ensure that work of this kind does not result in continuous hours of duty, which exceed the New Deal continuous hours of duty limits.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is not recognised for training; however, there is a comprehensive, well-structured training programme for all Registrar posts.
Departmental Learning from Experience teaching takes place every Friday morning. There are fortnightly perinatal morbidity meetings and fortnightly journal clubs. There is a weekly MDT CTG meeting. There are monthly audit meetings and a weekly hospital grand round. The post holder will also have the opportunity to be involved in the teaching of medical students and will be expected to be involved in audit and research related to their post.
Whipps Cross has an active Medical Education Centre with weekly clinical meetings and numerous postgraduate courses. IT support and training is available. There is Internet access and multimedia projection facilities.
There is the opportunity to take study leave and to attend outside conferences/courses as relevant, but these may need to be self -funded.
The College Tutor for Obstetrics & Gynaecology is currently Mr. I Wong who is available to trainees for educational and careers advice. The postholder will be assigned an educational and clinical supervisor and will be appraised at 4 monthly intervals in accordance with the North-East Thames appraisal pro forma.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is not recognised for training; however, there is a comprehensive, well-structured training programme for all Registrar posts.
Departmental Learning from Experience teaching takes place every Friday morning. There are fortnightly perinatal morbidity meetings and fortnightly journal clubs. There is a weekly MDT CTG meeting. There are monthly audit meetings and a weekly hospital grand round. The post holder will also have the opportunity to be involved in the teaching of medical students and will be expected to be involved in audit and research related to their post.
Whipps Cross has an active Medical Education Centre with weekly clinical meetings and numerous postgraduate courses. IT support and training is available. There is Internet access and multimedia projection facilities.
There is the opportunity to take study leave and to attend outside conferences/courses as relevant, but these may need to be self -funded.
The College Tutor for Obstetrics & Gynaecology is currently Mr. I Wong who is available to trainees for educational and careers advice. The postholder will be assigned an educational and clinical supervisor and will be appraised at 4 monthly intervals in accordance with the North-East Thames appraisal pro forma.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to work second on call on Labour ward
Desirable
- Experience in the UK as a registrar
- Previous Audit / Research/ Teaching experience
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS equivalent
- MRCOG Part 1
Desirable
Other
Desirable
- To take up post as soon as possible
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to work second on call on Labour ward
Desirable
- Experience in the UK as a registrar
- Previous Audit / Research/ Teaching experience
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS equivalent
- MRCOG Part 1
Desirable
Other
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).
