Job summary
LOCUM CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGYWITH SPECIAL INTEREST IN DIAGNOSTIC GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY
Applications are invited for the above full time post for this 660 bed acute hospital serving a local population of approximately 400,000. This appointment will be made in accordance with the Consultant Terms and Conditions of Service for Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England) 2003.
This is for Locum Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with Special Interest in Diagnostic Gynaecology. The main responsibilities of the Locum Consultant will be as follows:
- Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the care of all patients presenting to the hospital
- To share with colleagues the management of Obstetric and Gynaecological patients requiring admission
- To undertake duties as defined within agreed job plan
- Teaching and training of intermediate grade and junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students
- To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance and audit
- To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD)
- To participate in on-call rota providing specialist and timely advice
Main duties of the job
This post will be part of a friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic team of 24 Consultants delivering safe and effective care for obstetrics and gynaecology patients from Bedfordshire and Luton. Multidisciplinary working is a key component of the role within the Trust and as part of the Gynaecology MDT covering South Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. All aspects of oncological surgery are carried out at Watford Hospital apart from the management of early stages of endometrial /cervical cancer.
The appointee will be based at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital and run gynaecology and gynaecological oncology clinics, hysteroscopy clinics, labour wards, Gynaecology MDT, participate in the on-call rota and run theatre sessions. We are happy to support the appointee with Colposcopy clinics, if they have Colposcopy interests.
The appointee will be encouraged and supported in developing their own specialty interests within the overall job plan and to improve the pathway for obstetrics and gynaecology patients particularly the diagnostic gynaecological oncology pathway.
Whilst the focus of the post is Diagnostic Gynaecological Oncology, the post holder will be expected to significantly contribute to the acute Gynaecology consultant service and the Consultant delivery suite Rota. It is expected that the post holder, once appointed, will work in partnership with the existing Gynaecologist with special interest in diagnostic gynaecological oncology.
About us
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 ("the 2014 Regulations") was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from 1 April 2022 unless exempt.
The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Government's decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.
As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. please check for information on COVID-19 vaccines on the NHS Website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
To discuss the post and to arrange an informal visit to the Hospital after shortlisting please arrange by appointment with Ms Myat Pann, Clinical Lead for Gynaecology & Obstetrics, via email Myat.Pann@ldh.nhs.uk or Mr L Louis via email Louay.Louis@ldh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
To discuss the post and to arrange an informal visit to the Hospital after shortlisting please arrange by appointment with Ms Myat Pann, Clinical Lead for Gynaecology & Obstetrics, via email Myat.Pann@ldh.nhs.uk or Mr L Louis via email Louay.Louis@ldh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent (CESR) by date of interview
Registration
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration with the UK General Medical Council (GMC) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the time of the interview
- Holds a Licence to Practice at the time of application
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Diagnostic Gynaecological Oncology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems.
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering a service without direct supervision
- MAS skills including experience in laparoscopic hysterectomy
- oExperience in Oncological management , Obstetrics & Gynaecological Surgery including minimal access surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in advanced Minimal Access surgery in Oncology
- Other ATSMs as appropriate, including: ATSM in Minimal Access and ATSM in Colposcopy
- Evidence of subspecialty training or fellowship out of region
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit.
- An interest which improves the Obstetrics and Gynaecology pathway in all aspects
- Experience of Cancer Datasets (COSD) and Peer Review
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
- Implementation of evidence based guidelines
- Participation in relevant national audits
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and appraise clinical research.
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Desirable
- Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
- Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students.
- Understands learner centred teaching.
- Completed a Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Desirable
- Interest in teaching medical, nursing and other groups of staff
Communication,Management & Administrative Experience
Essential
- Evidence of management experience or training
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
- Ability to manage and lead department
- Ability to organise and manage out-patient priorities and waiting lists
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
Desirable
- Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas
Standards
Essential
- Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Domicile
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent (CESR) by date of interview
Registration
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration with the UK General Medical Council (GMC) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the time of the interview
- Holds a Licence to Practice at the time of application
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Diagnostic Gynaecological Oncology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems.
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering a service without direct supervision
- MAS skills including experience in laparoscopic hysterectomy
- oExperience in Oncological management , Obstetrics & Gynaecological Surgery including minimal access surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in advanced Minimal Access surgery in Oncology
- Other ATSMs as appropriate, including: ATSM in Minimal Access and ATSM in Colposcopy
- Evidence of subspecialty training or fellowship out of region
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit.
- An interest which improves the Obstetrics and Gynaecology pathway in all aspects
- Experience of Cancer Datasets (COSD) and Peer Review
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
- Implementation of evidence based guidelines
- Participation in relevant national audits
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and appraise clinical research.
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Desirable
- Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
- Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students.
- Understands learner centred teaching.
- Completed a Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Desirable
- Interest in teaching medical, nursing and other groups of staff
Communication,Management & Administrative Experience
Essential
- Evidence of management experience or training
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
- Ability to manage and lead department
- Ability to organise and manage out-patient priorities and waiting lists
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
Desirable
- Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas
Standards
Essential
- Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Domicile
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
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).
