Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Owing to a recently identified FY1 HEE gap, we are looking to appoint an out of training cover for the period of April to August 2023.

We value enthusiastic team players and this role would suit candidates finishing their FY2 year (or equivalent) who want to gain further experience of the speciality while applying for an O&G training.

NB - that there is no on call commitment with this role as it is designed to shadow the FY1 case load of 9-5, Monday to Friday.

Owing to the short term aspect of this role and the tight turnaround. we will not be able to sponsor visas for this post. Only UK/EEA/ILR/Spouse Visa doctors will be considered,

Main duties of the job

We practice Obstetrics and Gynaecology to a high standard and take pride in evolving our services to keep abreast of new developments and enhance the quality of care we provide. Our local population is diverse and often challenging; including a significant proportion of patients newly arrived from overseas. We are a popular training hospital for both undergraduate students from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College, London and postgraduate trainees in general practice and our own discipline. Education plays an important role in our day-to-day practice and is often multidisciplinary in nature.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster is the designated centre for specialist neonatal and paediatric surgery in North West London. We offer a one stop service for comprehensive multi-disciplinary assessment to plan care for those babies that require surgery following delivery. This service is a dedicated, combined fetal medicine, neonatal, surgical and urological clinic.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital is committed to providing high quality care for all patients and is a specialist centre for complex endometriosis, menopause, fertility and acts as a cancer unit within the South West Thames network. Additionally, there are busy urogynaecology, early pregnancy and termination of pregnancy services.

Date posted

15 February 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£33,790 to £53,132 a year + LW

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-WCD-JCF-055-DC

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out emergency duties in A&E and on Labour ward including the initial assessment and investigation of patients who attend the Labour ward, Triage and A&E and assist in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies. They will also be expected to see patients under consultant supervision in outpatient clinics including antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics and the early pregnancy assessment unit. There will also be opportunities to assist in elective obstetric procedures and general gynaecological surgery including the day case and inpatient elective surgery.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out emergency duties in A&E and on Labour ward including the initial assessment and investigation of patients who attend the Labour ward, Triage and A&E and assist in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies. They will also be expected to see patients under consultant supervision in outpatient clinics including antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics and the early pregnancy assessment unit. There will also be opportunities to assist in elective obstetric procedures and general gynaecological surgery including the day case and inpatient elective surgery.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in medicine
  • Full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Part 1 MRCOG or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • FY2/equivilent Experience

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • General medical procedures and skills appropriate to grade
  • Ability to write clear and concise notes/histories
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
  • Cope in a pressured environment
  • Know the limits of own competence
  • Flexible approach to working
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in medicine
  • Full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Part 1 MRCOG or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • FY2/equivilent Experience

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • General medical procedures and skills appropriate to grade
  • Ability to write clear and concise notes/histories
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
  • Cope in a pressured environment
  • Know the limits of own competence
  • Flexible approach to working

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Obs & Gynae

Anjali Sharma

anjali.sharma1@nhs.net

Date posted

15 February 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£33,790 to £53,132 a year + LW

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-WCD-JCF-055-DC

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


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