Job summary
Our Obstetrics and Gynaecology team are looking for a substantive Consultant to join their team. All subspecialties will be considered but an interest with high risk antenatal care, HRT or colposcopy would be an advantage
The post-holder will need to demonstrate competence in core Obstetrics and Gynaecology to enable he/she to fulfil the role of a general obstetrician and gynaecologist. The consultant will be expected to participate in Intrapartum and elective obstetrics to ensure provision of the hours of consultant presence as required by the RCOG.
*A £10,000 recruitment premia will be paid on commencement and £10,000 after 12 months' service. To be repaid (pro rata %) if you leave within 12 months of either payment.
Main duties of the job
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital has 3000 deliveries per year. The Labour Ward has 8 delivery rooms and a dedicated obstetric emergency theatre which is present on the Labour Ward. There is a joint antenatal and postnatal ward and a co-located maternity led unit. A midwifery led Maternity Day Unit is adjacent to the Labour Ward. There are specialist clinics that take place weekly in urogynaecology, fertility, colposcopy, fetal medicine, high risk obstetrics and rapid access clinics. Facilities for urodynamics, outpatient hysteroscopy and early pregnancy ultrasound scanning also exist. A dedicated early pregnancy unit (EPAU) and gynae assessment unit (GAU) are also present which is adjacent to the gynaecology ward.
About us
Welcome to East Kent Hospitals NHS University Foundation Trust and thank you for considering us as your choice of employer. The Trust is in an area that has great transport access to London & the continent but is also set in beautiful countryside with easy access to many great Kentish beaches and towns.
NHSEI have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to get vaccinated and it remains our best line of defence against COVID-19. As such NHS organisation including Primary Care, are encouraged to continue engaging with and supporting their staff to inform their decisions in order to drive vaccine confidence, protect themselves, patients, and everyone else. NHSEI has produced COVID-19 vaccine communication materials.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for a detailed look and overview of the job and responsibilities.
Every one of our 8,000 staff at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Teaching NHS Trust plays a vital role in providing quality care to thousands of people living across East Kent.
We're proud to say that our hard working, talented and dynamic workforce is our greatest asset, which strives for excellence every day, providing quality care and support to those who use our services. If you are a dynamic, innovative, forward thinking clinician who would like to make a significant contribution to the Trust then you could become part of the team. Applications from people wishing to work flexible hours or less than full-time will be welcomed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for a detailed look and overview of the job and responsibilities.
Every one of our 8,000 staff at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Teaching NHS Trust plays a vital role in providing quality care to thousands of people living across East Kent.
We're proud to say that our hard working, talented and dynamic workforce is our greatest asset, which strives for excellence every day, providing quality care and support to those who use our services. If you are a dynamic, innovative, forward thinking clinician who would like to make a significant contribution to the Trust then you could become part of the team. Applications from people wishing to work flexible hours or less than full-time will be welcomed
Person Specification
Qualifications & training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG part 2/3
Desirable
- CCT or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology
Skills and experience
Essential
- Proven track record in high risk obstetrics and high-risk caesarean sections
Desirable
- ATSM advanced labour ward practice
- ATSM high risk Obstetrics
Clinical governance
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
Personal/professional attributes & Other requirements
Essential
- Upholds and Models the trust Values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
- Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel across sites effectively
Person Specification
Qualifications & training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG part 2/3
Desirable
- CCT or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology
Skills and experience
Essential
- Proven track record in high risk obstetrics and high-risk caesarean sections
Desirable
- ATSM advanced labour ward practice
- ATSM high risk Obstetrics
Clinical governance
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
Personal/professional attributes & Other requirements
Essential
- Upholds and Models the trust Values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
- Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel across sites effectively
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
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).
