Job summary
Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Are you looking to be part of an experienced & supportive MDT?
- Are you passionate in providing high quality patient care?
- Do you want a working environment that supports your clinical & academic development?
York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has an ambitious programme of service modernisation & a reputation for providing high quality services. In line with our outlook, we are now inviting applications for a permanent resident consultant post in the Obstetrics & Gynaecology team at York Hospital.
The post holder will join a team consisting of 25 consultants, based across York & Scarborough, in the Obstetrics & Gynaecology service, which is provided to a population of approximately 800,000.
The posts will include resident consultant out of hours duties covering obstetrics & acute gynaecology.
Main duties of the job
The Obstetrics & Gynaecology service in York are going through an exciting period of change and challenges. We are looking to recruit a new consultant to join our experienced and supportive team.
The Obstetrics & Gynaecology department also has close links with Hull and York Medical School (HYMS) and if candidates are interested the job could involve a regular HYMS teaching commitment. There would also be opportunities to development management roles within the medical school for candidates interested in undergraduate education.
Although we welcome applications from all candidates with general Obstetrics & Gynaecology skills, as part of our service development planning. We desire applicants with advanced training skills in High Risk Pregnancy or Maternal Medicine.
This role will involve provision of high risk antenatal pregnancy care, cross site, especially to support our population in the Scarborough Hospital area.
Individualised starting 10PA Job Plans will involve a combination of acute and elective Obstetrics and Gynecology cover based on the post successful applicants advanced training skills mix and our evolving cross site departmental service requirements. The post holder with be part of the Resident Consultant out of hours acute cover rota based at York Hospital.
About us
York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, and which includes Scarborough and Bridlington. We are the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sitesOur mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve.We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best to live in the UK.In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes and discounts. There is also a competitive relocation package of up to £18,000. To support your learning and development you will be entitled to a study leave budget of £3,000 across three years, along with support from our learning and development team. The Trust also offers an extra 2 days annual leave for consultants on top of the existing allowance as detailed in the 2008 - Consultant Terms and Conditions. More information can be found on the Trust's website in the 'Working for Us' section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please see the job description attached
The post is required to undertake general Obstetrics and Gynaecology role involving covering acute maternity sessions, caesarean section lists, antenatal clinics, gynaecology outpatients, gynaecology operating lists and emergency gynaecology with opportunities to develop in specialist skills area depending on individual successful applicant interest.
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please see the job description attached
The post is required to undertake general Obstetrics and Gynaecology role involving covering acute maternity sessions, caesarean section lists, antenatal clinics, gynaecology outpatients, gynaecology operating lists and emergency gynaecology with opportunities to develop in specialist skills area depending on individual successful applicant interest.
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification registered with the GMC, registered to practice, O&G Specialist registration
- Registered and holds a license to practise with the General Medical Council
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- Substantive NHS experience
- ASTM training in Maternal medicine
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of relevant clinical practice, works well under pressure.
Desirable
- Experience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service.
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching others
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- Publication in peer review journals
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
Leadership
Essential
Desirable
- Strategic thinker
- Ability to contribute to change management agenda and take a leading role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification registered with the GMC, registered to practice, O&G Specialist registration
- Registered and holds a license to practise with the General Medical Council
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- Substantive NHS experience
- ASTM training in Maternal medicine
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience of relevant clinical practice, works well under pressure.
Desirable
- Experience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service.
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching others
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- Publication in peer review journals
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
Leadership
Essential
Desirable
- Strategic thinker
- Ability to contribute to change management agenda and take a leading role
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).
