Job summary
Applications are invited from committed and enthusiastic doctors for the above post based at Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital (QCCH), with a start date of the 5th August 2025 initially for 6 months with the option to extend to 12 months. Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital is part of Imperial NHS trust and was recently awarded Outstanding by CQC. It is a unique tertiary unit offering exceptional care to women in pregnancy and beyond. We have specialist services in preterm birth, maternal medicine, fetal medicine, early pregnancy, acute gynaecology, fertility, menopause and gynae-oncology.
The post holder will cover both obstetrics and gynaecology, providing care in antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the maternity day assessment and the early pregnancy units. There are opportunities to gain training in ultrasound and basic surgical techniques and to attend our specialist clinics including preterm birth, obstetric medicine, fetal medicine, fertility, gynae-oncology, menopause and rapid access gynaecology clinics. Active participation in audit and quality improvement is encouraged and there is ample opportunity to get involved with our many research projects within the department.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will take part in regular morning ward rounds of in-patients in both obstetrics and gynecology. Under supervision they will assess patients in the maternity day assessment and the early pregnancy and acute gynecology unit and in obstetrics and gynecology outpatient clinics.
The post holder will also cover labour ward and will have the opportunity to gain experience in basic operating techniques on our daily elective caesarean section lists which are covered by a consultant obstetrician. As part of their role the post holder will assist in providing pre, intra and postoperative care for patients within our leading gynae-oncology service.
There is some flexibility in the rota to allow specialist interest sessions and time to complete audit, quality improvement or research projects.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
The statutory requirement to be fully Covid-19 vaccinated as a condition of employment from April 2022 is subject to legislative review. At Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19. The successful applicant may have contact with patients and service users and as part of our pre-employment checks and risk assessments, we will ask all candidates to confirm whether or not they have been fully vaccinated or have a medical exemption.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a trust grade, SHO equivalent, post in obstetrics and gynecology involving on call for both obstetrics and gynaecology. Our current rota has a total of 18 SHO level posts with 16 that include on-calls and 2 that do not. The SHOs are supported in their clinical activities both day and night by either specialist registrars or consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a trust grade, SHO equivalent, post in obstetrics and gynecology involving on call for both obstetrics and gynaecology. Our current rota has a total of 18 SHO level posts with 16 that include on-calls and 2 that do not. The SHOs are supported in their clinical activities both day and night by either specialist registrars or consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC registration and Licenced Practitioner
Desirable
- MRCOG part 1
- Experience of working as a SHO
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history
- Minimum 6 months UK NHS experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in O&G at Fy2 level
Clinical skills
Essential
- Clinical Knowledge & Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement. Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Demonstrates clear understanding of obstetric practice in the UK
Desirable
- Personal Attributes: Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Completion of relevant courses, e.g. Basic Surgical Skills Course
Audit
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit and potential to contribute to development in O&G
Desirable
- Evidence of interest and experience in participating in audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & research and potential to contribute to development in O&G
Desirable
- Research: Evidence of interest and experience in participating in research
- Evidence of active participation in audit
- Teaching: Evidence of interest and experience in teaching
Language
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: a) that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or b) have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6. However, if applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence
Communication skills
Essential
- Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding & sensitivity. Ability to build rapport, to listen, persuade and negotiate. Communication Skills: Capacity to discuss sensitive issues effectively with others & adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Organisation & Planning: Capacity to organise oneself & prioritise own work, balancing urgent & important demands.
- Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding & sensitivity. Ability to build rapport, to listen, persuade and negotiate. Communication Skills: Capacity to discuss sensitive issues effectively with others & adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Organisation & Planning: Capacity to organise oneself & prioritise own work, balancing urgent & important demands. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation & self-discipline. Demonstrates IT skills. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to make decisions & to bring a range of approaches to problem solving. Coping with Pressure: Capacity to operate under pressure, with initiative & resilience to cope with rapidly changing circumstances. Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems, particularly in relation to clinical governance. Demonstrates awareness of acute situations that may change rapidly
Patient focused skills
Essential
- Ability and willingness to take team responsibilities for patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current GMC registration and Licenced Practitioner
Desirable
- MRCOG part 1
- Experience of working as a SHO
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history
- Minimum 6 months UK NHS experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in O&G at Fy2 level
Clinical skills
Essential
- Clinical Knowledge & Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement. Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Demonstrates clear understanding of obstetric practice in the UK
Desirable
- Personal Attributes: Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Completion of relevant courses, e.g. Basic Surgical Skills Course
Audit
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit and potential to contribute to development in O&G
Desirable
- Evidence of interest and experience in participating in audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & research and potential to contribute to development in O&G
Desirable
- Research: Evidence of interest and experience in participating in research
- Evidence of active participation in audit
- Teaching: Evidence of interest and experience in teaching
Language
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: a) that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or b) have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6. However, if applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence
Communication skills
Essential
- Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding & sensitivity. Ability to build rapport, to listen, persuade and negotiate. Communication Skills: Capacity to discuss sensitive issues effectively with others & adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Organisation & Planning: Capacity to organise oneself & prioritise own work, balancing urgent & important demands.
- Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding & sensitivity. Ability to build rapport, to listen, persuade and negotiate. Communication Skills: Capacity to discuss sensitive issues effectively with others & adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Organisation & Planning: Capacity to organise oneself & prioritise own work, balancing urgent & important demands. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation & self-discipline. Demonstrates IT skills. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to make decisions & to bring a range of approaches to problem solving. Coping with Pressure: Capacity to operate under pressure, with initiative & resilience to cope with rapidly changing circumstances. Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems, particularly in relation to clinical governance. Demonstrates awareness of acute situations that may change rapidly
Patient focused skills
Essential
- Ability and willingness to take team responsibilities for patient care
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).
