West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Trust Resident Doctor ST5+ Level (MN37), Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The closing date is 26 February 2026

Job summary

Our department is seeking a well motivated resident doctor to gain to gain both clinical and surgical experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology within a teaching hospital setting.

This post supports the candidate to gain experience in the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology core curriculum. Education supervisor is provided and the post holder will be encouraged to engage with the eportfolio to document training competencies.

The day-to-day clinical responsibilities will form the significant part of the training offered. All doctors are expected to undertake audit and to make contribution to the weekly departmental academic teaching programme. Department will provide essential training such as PROMPT/ CTG study day/ MED2.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will participate in the on call rota providing cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a three- tier system. Other regular clinical sessions include antenatal clinic, gynaecology clinic, maternity triage, maternity day assessment unit and theatre session.

Applicants should have completed MRCOG Part 3 and registered with the GMC.

The postholder will work under both direct and indirect supervision of consultants. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team are essential. The successful candidate should demonstrate compassion towards patients, along with strong time management and organisational skills.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.

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Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,291 to £67,610 a year plus £149 HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-D-11000

Job locations

Cross Site

Watford

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Reports to: Miss Patricia Chan

Accountable to: Miss Anku Mehta clinical director

EPAG lead- Miss Shikha Kapur

Core Hours- Shift work/On Calls

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reports to: Miss Patricia Chan

Accountable to: Miss Anku Mehta clinical director

EPAG lead- Miss Shikha Kapur

Core Hours- Shift work/On Calls

Person Specification

Education and qualifications:

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice
  • MRCOG Part 3

Desirable

  • Completion of Obstetrics emergency training course e.g. PROMPT

Knowledge and Experience:

Essential

  • Experience of NHS Hospital
  • Evidence of essential skills and experiences in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the role
  • Physiological CTG interpretation

Desirable

  • CTG Study day
  • Experience in Audit or Quality improvement project
Person Specification

Education and qualifications:

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice
  • MRCOG Part 3

Desirable

  • Completion of Obstetrics emergency training course e.g. PROMPT

Knowledge and Experience:

Essential

  • Experience of NHS Hospital
  • Evidence of essential skills and experiences in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology for the role
  • Physiological CTG interpretation

Desirable

  • CTG Study day
  • Experience in Audit or Quality improvement project

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site

Watford

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Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB


Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Miss Patricia Chan

patricia.chan@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,291 to £67,610 a year plus £149 HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-D-11000

Job locations

Cross Site

Watford

WD18 0HB


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