Job summary
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Specialty Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The successful candidate will have a primary base at the new West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven, however will also have the opportunity to work at Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.
The job plans are designed for ten programmed activities (PA) with an additional 2 APA's. However, 10 PA plans or part-time applications are also available. Sessions will be allocated within the individual's job plan for the development of specialist interest and training. An average of 1.5 SPA sessions per week for full-time employees will be protected for supporting professional activities.
Successful candidates will be encouraged to develop a special interest to complement the other members of the department.
Job Plans will be developed with the successful candidates to incorporate their areas of specialist interest. Doctors will also be encouraged to maintain an RCOG portfolio to record their increasing competencies and training and facilitate career progression similar to ATSMs. We are recognised as educationally suitable for MRCOG qualification. As a department, we would be happy to support CESR applications following relevant training and when a candidate is deemed fit for such application.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Work with professional colleagues and managers to ensure the efficient running of services
- Work closely with other specialist teams
- Assist with service improvements and the development of business plans to inform the future strategic direction
- Participate in clinical meetings and postgraduate activities in the Trust.
- Share with colleagues the role of educational or clinical supervisor to junior doctors in training, including induction, supportive formal appraisals, supervision of learning portfolios, and career advice as appropriate.
- Provide bedside and teaching for Junior Doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Participate in a Friday afternoon formal teaching rota based on RCOG curriculum, new guidelines and research
- Assist in PROMPT course training annually
- Undertake personal development and mandatory training
The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a firm commitment to the principles of Clinical Governance.
Develop a programme of personal continuing medical education and professional development by the relevant Royal Colleges' recommendations.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Specialty Doctor is responsible for the Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. In his/her work, the job holder liaises with nursing, professional and technical, social work, managerial and administrative staff.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Work with professional colleagues and managers to ensure the efficient running of services
- Work closely with other specialist teams
- Assist with service improvements and the development of business plans to inform the future strategic direction
- Participate in clinical meetings and postgraduate activities in the Trust.
- Share with colleagues the role of educational or clinical supervisor to junior doctors in training, including induction, supportive formal appraisals, supervision of learning portfolios, and career advice as appropriate.
- Provide bedside and teaching for Junior Doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Participate in a Friday afternoon formal teaching rota based on RCOG curriculum, new guidelines and research
- Assist in PROMPT course training annually
- Undertake personal development and mandatory training
The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a firm commitment to the principles of Clinical Governance, including:-
- Develop and maintain appropriate systems and practice to ensure effective clinical Audit.
- Attend and contribute to the Trust Clinical Governance Programmes.
- Ensure that staff within their area of responsibility are aware of the Trust's Risk Management Strategy and that it is implemented
- Participate in the Trust Clinical Incident Reporting System.
Develop a programme of personal continuing medical education and professional development by the relevant Royal Colleges' recommendations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Specialty Doctor is responsible for the Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. In his/her work, the job holder liaises with nursing, professional and technical, social work, managerial and administrative staff.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Work with professional colleagues and managers to ensure the efficient running of services
- Work closely with other specialist teams
- Assist with service improvements and the development of business plans to inform the future strategic direction
- Participate in clinical meetings and postgraduate activities in the Trust.
- Share with colleagues the role of educational or clinical supervisor to junior doctors in training, including induction, supportive formal appraisals, supervision of learning portfolios, and career advice as appropriate.
- Provide bedside and teaching for Junior Doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Participate in a Friday afternoon formal teaching rota based on RCOG curriculum, new guidelines and research
- Assist in PROMPT course training annually
- Undertake personal development and mandatory training
The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a firm commitment to the principles of Clinical Governance, including:-
- Develop and maintain appropriate systems and practice to ensure effective clinical Audit.
- Attend and contribute to the Trust Clinical Governance Programmes.
- Ensure that staff within their area of responsibility are aware of the Trust's Risk Management Strategy and that it is implemented
- Participate in the Trust Clinical Incident Reporting System.
Develop a programme of personal continuing medical education and professional development by the relevant Royal Colleges' recommendations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or recognised equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant PG qualification
Training and Experience
Essential
- Full GMC/GDC Registration
- Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Evidence of appraisal and revalidation within GMC guidelines
- Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff.
Academic Achievements/ Research/Publications
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit locally
Desirable
- Academic training with research publication
Management/ Administrative Experience
Essential
- Willing and able to work with colleagues in management, nursing and other specialties to ensure the delivery of a high quality, safe and reliable service
Desirable
- Experience in clinical governance
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Communication & Language Skills (the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate)
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to Trust values and behaviours
Physical requirements
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willing and able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Pre-employment health screening
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or recognised equivalent
Desirable
- Relevant PG qualification
Training and Experience
Essential
- Full GMC/GDC Registration
- Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Evidence of appraisal and revalidation within GMC guidelines
- Teaching of junior medical staff, nursing staff.
Academic Achievements/ Research/Publications
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit locally
Desirable
- Academic training with research publication
Management/ Administrative Experience
Essential
- Willing and able to work with colleagues in management, nursing and other specialties to ensure the delivery of a high quality, safe and reliable service
Desirable
- Experience in clinical governance
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Communication & Language Skills (the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate)
Desirable
- Demonstrates a commitment to Trust values and behaviours
Physical requirements
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willing and able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Pre-employment health screening
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).
