Job summary
The reproductive medicine team provide a full range of NHS fertility investigations. We have a well-established NHS general fertility clinic that is recognised regionally and nationally, as such has been recognised in combination with St. Michael's as the only centres in the Southwest and Wales to provide sub-specialty training. We are also the lead centre for the RCOG ATSM in Subfertility and Reproductive Health. The team provide 6 clinics a week with a lead consultant supported by a specialist doctor and specialist nurses and dedicated administrative team. This post will strengthen our team in Reproductive Medicine and ensure we can expand and develop our services in this specialist area.
The team provides an advanced diagnostic service for couples including endocrinology, genetics, imaging, hysteroscopy and laparoscopies. We also provide treatment including ovulation induction, medical treatment and are the only centre providing advanced fertility surgery in the region including hysteroscopic tubal cannulation and treatment for Asherman's syndrome. Patients are counselled and prepared for assisted conception treatment, pre-implantation genetic diagnosis and fertility preservation. as well as provide tertiary advice for complex cases.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be subspecialty trained in Reproductive Medicine (RCOG recognised). They may have additional experience in other specialist areas to meet the needs of the department.
The post will involve becoming part of the Reproductive Medicine unit including regular outpatients, MDT meetings, operating lists and working collaboratively with the allied professionals. He / she will be expected to lead further developments in the Reproductive Medicine service, particularly the Reproductive Endocrine service.
The postholder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the post holder is absent.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust is a centre of excellence for healthcare in the South-West in a number of fields and is also one of the largest hospital trusts in the UK. We have links to the University of Bristol, the University of Bath and the University of the West of England. Our annual turnover is £532 million, and we employ over 8,000 staff delivering healthcare across Southmead Hospital Bristol, Cossham Hospital, Bristol Centre for Enablement and within the local community of Bristol and South Gloucestershire. We aim to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a great experience for everyone who uses our services: exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. We treat some of the most difficult medical conditions, in an increasingly complex patient population.
Our vision is to realise the great potential of our organisation by empowering our skilled and caring staff to deliver high-quality, financially sustainable services in state of-the-art facilities. Clinical outcomes will be excellent and with a spirit of openness and candour we will ensure an outstanding experience for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be subspecialty trained in Reproductive Medicine (RCOG recognised). They may have additional experience in other specialist areas to meet the needs of the department.
The post will involve becoming part of the Reproductive Medicine unit including regular outpatients, MDT meetings, operating lists and working collaboratively with the allied professionals. He / she will be expected to lead further developments in the Reproductive Medicine service, particularly the Reproductive Endocrine service.
The postholder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the post holder is absent.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be subspecialty trained in Reproductive Medicine (RCOG recognised). They may have additional experience in other specialist areas to meet the needs of the department.
The post will involve becoming part of the Reproductive Medicine unit including regular outpatients, MDT meetings, operating lists and working collaboratively with the allied professionals. He / she will be expected to lead further developments in the Reproductive Medicine service, particularly the Reproductive Endocrine service.
The postholder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the post holder is absent.
Person Specification
Qualifications And Registration
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent
- RCOG accredited Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine Specialist trainees that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date.
- CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of commencing the post.
Desirable
- Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or PhD).
Training And Experience
Essential
- Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- Clinical training and experience in general Obstetrics & Gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCT
- required for UK CCT RCOG accredited Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine
- Recent experience and familiarity of managing all elements of general infertility and assisted conception treatments.
Desirable
- Evidence of MDT working in Reproductive Medicine Familiarity and experience of quality management systems in fertility and assisted conception services.
- Advanced laparoscopic skills related to fertility surgery.
- Experience of managing patients with complex reproductive endocrine disorder.
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential
- Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career
- Experience in audit and quality improvement
- Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
- Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
- Completion of a general management course or programme.
- Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
- Demonstration of quality improvement projects successfully completed.
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential
- Proven research and teaching ability.
- Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
- Willingness to be involved in clinical research Recent publications Evidence of experience in research projects
Personal Requirements (e.g. Communication Leadership Skills, Flexibility)
Essential
- Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships within a team.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Women and Children's Directorate. To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole.
- Good written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Desirable
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications And Registration
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent
- RCOG accredited Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine Specialist trainees that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date.
- CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of commencing the post.
Desirable
- Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or PhD).
Training And Experience
Essential
- Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- Clinical training and experience in general Obstetrics & Gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCT
- required for UK CCT RCOG accredited Subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine
- Recent experience and familiarity of managing all elements of general infertility and assisted conception treatments.
Desirable
- Evidence of MDT working in Reproductive Medicine Familiarity and experience of quality management systems in fertility and assisted conception services.
- Advanced laparoscopic skills related to fertility surgery.
- Experience of managing patients with complex reproductive endocrine disorder.
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential
- Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career
- Experience in audit and quality improvement
- Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
- Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
- Completion of a general management course or programme.
- Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.
- Demonstration of quality improvement projects successfully completed.
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential
- Proven research and teaching ability.
- Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
- Willingness to be involved in clinical research Recent publications Evidence of experience in research projects
Personal Requirements (e.g. Communication Leadership Skills, Flexibility)
Essential
- Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships within a team.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Women and Children's Directorate. To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole.
- Good written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Desirable
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
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).
