Job summary
Applications are invited for a Fixed Term Trust Doctor ST3 equivalent in Gynaecology based at St. Richards Hospital from May 2025 - October 2025 only.
Full-time including a fixed on-call pattern covering labour ward and emergency gynaecology.
Suitable for those at ST3 level or above ie Junior or Senior Middle grade as well as for those currently in Training seeking an OOP who has some experience in gynaecological ultrasonography. Role to commence from May 2025
Role includes opportunity for a funded postgraduate diploma PGCert (medical ultrasound)
Main duties of the job
Objectives of the post:
- Work on labour ward, ward work, attendance in clinic, theatres and covering the gynaecology emergency and early pregnancy clinics are part of the daily duties. There is a registrar (second tier) present on call 24 hours and a consultant present for 65 hours a week and then on call from home
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidates must have experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and ideally have decided on Obstetrics and Gynaecology as your preferred career. You will be committed to working as a team member providing care to our patient population. You will have an activeinterest in developing your personal, clinical, and special interest skills. You will be capable of managing projects both independently and under supervision. Regular supervision meetings with an experienced training Consultant will help you meet your personal objectives during your post and also help you shape your future career.
Please see job description for more info
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidates must have experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and ideally have decided on Obstetrics and Gynaecology as your preferred career. You will be committed to working as a team member providing care to our patient population. You will have an activeinterest in developing your personal, clinical, and special interest skills. You will be capable of managing projects both independently and under supervision. Regular supervision meetings with an experienced training Consultant will help you meet your personal objectives during your post and also help you shape your future career.
Please see job description for more info
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MRCOG part 1
- Advanced Life Support cert from the Resuscitation Council UK
Desirable
- oAdditional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Completion of the RCOG Basic Practical Skills course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by time of appointment. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted (this includes RCS Basic Surgical skills courses)
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences form a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice At least 24 months experience in medicine or an ACCS programme or equivalent (not including Foundation modules)
- At least 24 months' experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by time of appointment
- oNot have previously relinquished or been released/removed from an Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme, except under exceptional circumstances
- oNot previously resigned, been removed from, or relinquished a post or programme with resultant failure to gain the award of a FACD, except under extraordinary circumstances and on the production of evidence of satisfactory outcome from appropriate remediation
Desirable
- oExperience in other related specialties
- oCompletion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course (e.g. ALSO, PROMPT) by time of appointment
- oRelevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- oExtracurricular activities/achievements relevant to career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Organisation, planning, Teaching skills, Academic & Research
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
- oRecognised teaching qualification
- Research Experience
- oPrizes and honours
- oPublications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- MRCOG part 1
- Advanced Life Support cert from the Resuscitation Council UK
Desirable
- oAdditional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Completion of the RCOG Basic Practical Skills course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by time of appointment. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted (this includes RCS Basic Surgical skills courses)
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences form a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice At least 24 months experience in medicine or an ACCS programme or equivalent (not including Foundation modules)
- At least 24 months' experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by time of appointment
- oNot have previously relinquished or been released/removed from an Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme, except under exceptional circumstances
- oNot previously resigned, been removed from, or relinquished a post or programme with resultant failure to gain the award of a FACD, except under extraordinary circumstances and on the production of evidence of satisfactory outcome from appropriate remediation
Desirable
- oExperience in other related specialties
- oCompletion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course (e.g. ALSO, PROMPT) by time of appointment
- oRelevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- oExtracurricular activities/achievements relevant to career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Organisation, planning, Teaching skills, Academic & Research
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
- oRecognised teaching qualification
- Research Experience
- oPrizes and honours
- oPublications
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).
