Job summary
An exciting opportunity awaits the successful candidate to work as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at University Hospitals of Leicester. This post is full time but flexible/less than full time working patterns can be discussed.
UHL is one of the largest maternity units in the country and offers specialist services. The CMG provides secondary and tertiary level care, teaching, training and research in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. We are currently undergoing plans to reconfigure our service to become a single site unit. However, our service is provided over two sites and the successful applicant is required to work flexibly across both sites. Though this post is aimed at the general aspect of Obstetrics and Gynaecology involvement in clinical governance processes will be incorporated.
The successful candidate should have extensive experience in labour ward management and gynaecology practice with the ability to supervise and teach others to undertake complex obstetric deliveries and general gynaecology procedures. The RCOG ATSM in advanced Labour Ward Management is essential. The RCOG ATSM in Benign Gynaecological Surgery: hysteroscopy, Benign abdominal surgery: open and laparoscopic Acute gynaecology and early pregnancy or Advanced laparoscopic surgery for the excision of benign disease is highly desirable.
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Main duties of the job
This appointment is suitable for candidates who have recently gained entry to the Specialist register via the CCT or CESR route or who would be eligible for a CCT in the next 6 months. This post has an emphasis on Obstetrics and incorporates a flexible Gynaecology component while contributing to service development and clinical governance.Post holders will participate in the on-call rota in Obstetrics.
Duties will include ward management (for both Obstetric & Gynaecological patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings). Leading and managing Gynaecology clinics, theatres or Gynaecology assessment Unit theatres. Exposure to antenatal clinics, postnatal wards and Delivery suite management would be expected.
Post holders will be given the opportunity to gain experience in aspects of clinical management, leadership and governance, including root cause analysis and business case development,focusing upon clinical leadership, governance and managerial aspects
About us
Using effective clinical leadership skills, promote a supportive collaborative team working environment that inspires colleagues to encompass all the Trust values, aims and objectives to meet the Trust's vision.
Communicate highly sensitive complex information to women and colleagues using appropriate language and being aware of differing cultural beliefs where necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading and progressing the General Obstetrics and Gynaecology service and
- Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
- To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients.
- To provide Consultant support in the management of patients and supervision of junior doctors in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology at LRI and LGH.
- To perform elective obstetric and gynaecology lists and ward rounds and to provide prospective cover for these
- Undertake sessions in our Labour Wards i.e. participate in the hot week, and work closely with midwifery and other colleagues to engender a supportive and mutually respectful atmosphere.
- To participate in the on call rota in Obstetrics
- Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.
- Supervise and train junior medical staff
- To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
- To proactively develop the service.
- Ensuring and maintaining competence in the management of obstetric and gynaecological emergencies
- Teaching and training junior doctors including support of the mandatory training days in Obstetrics
- Ensuring up to date mandatory training in keeping with Trust policy
- Managing outpatient Obstetrics and Gynaecology clinics independently
- Supporting the Obstetric risk management teams with the investigations of incidents and Datix (including perinatal incidents)
- Complete ward reviews of women with high risk obstetric and complex gynaecological needs
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading and progressing the General Obstetrics and Gynaecology service and
- Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
- To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients.
- To provide Consultant support in the management of patients and supervision of junior doctors in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology at LRI and LGH.
- To perform elective obstetric and gynaecology lists and ward rounds and to provide prospective cover for these
- Undertake sessions in our Labour Wards i.e. participate in the hot week, and work closely with midwifery and other colleagues to engender a supportive and mutually respectful atmosphere.
- To participate in the on call rota in Obstetrics
- Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.
- Supervise and train junior medical staff
- To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
- To proactively develop the service.
- Ensuring and maintaining competence in the management of obstetric and gynaecological emergencies
- Teaching and training junior doctors including support of the mandatory training days in Obstetrics
- Ensuring up to date mandatory training in keeping with Trust policy
- Managing outpatient Obstetrics and Gynaecology clinics independently
- Supporting the Obstetric risk management teams with the investigations of incidents and Datix (including perinatal incidents)
- Complete ward reviews of women with high risk obstetric and complex gynaecological needs
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- oFull GMC Registration oCCT or CESR on GMC specialist or within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- oPostgraduate higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent oATSM in Gynaecology oATSM Advanced labour ward or Labour ward lead
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of active participation in clinical audit oExperience in all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Evidence of continued professional development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- oFlexible, pragmatic and a problem solving approach oAbility to inspire and motivate others
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- oAbility to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment cope and manage own emotions under stress oAbility to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity
Desirable
- oExperience of change management
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent verbal and written communication skills oAbility to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues and provide team leadership
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- oAbility to manage a complex schedule across obstetrics and gynaecology oAble to independently manage outpatient clinics
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. oAble to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- oFull GMC Registration oCCT or CESR on GMC specialist or within 6 months of CCT
Desirable
- oPostgraduate higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent oATSM in Gynaecology oATSM Advanced labour ward or Labour ward lead
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of active participation in clinical audit oExperience in all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Evidence of continued professional development
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- oFlexible, pragmatic and a problem solving approach oAbility to inspire and motivate others
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- oAbility to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment cope and manage own emotions under stress oAbility to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity
Desirable
- oExperience of change management
Skills
Essential
- oExcellent verbal and written communication skills oAbility to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues and provide team leadership
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- oAbility to manage a complex schedule across obstetrics and gynaecology oAble to independently manage outpatient clinics
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- oAble to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. oAble to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
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).
