Job summary
This is a senior post, covering both elective and emergency work in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (on-calls, theatres and outpatient clinics) for a fixed term 12 month contract.
You will need to be GMC registered and have completed the competencies required for senior registrar level in O&G.
It is desirable that you have completed relevant ATSM, or being post CCT looking forward to add to the experience, but the ATSM and CCT are not essential.
It will be expected that you have shown commitment towards training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by maintaining a log book, competency record, CTG certificates, attending courses and completing regular audits.
Main duties of the job
To provide ST6-7 clinical service in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology
To take part in a full shift rota (1:10 on-call) with other specialty doctors
Attending theatres (8 am in the morning, 1pm in the afternoon) for pre operative rounds, surgery and post operative review
Outpatient clinics - Gynaecology and Antenatal (Subspecialty clinics) at both The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King's Lynn and North Cambridgeshire Hospital, Wisbech
EPU - Supporting EPU services
Supporting the junior doctors (F2 and GP)
Ward rounds
Good record keeping, liaison with seniors and communication with multi-disciplinary team
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome.
We love working here and think you will too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or Equivalent
- Competencies in Obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to ST3+ level
- Vast experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
Entry criteria
Essential
- Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council
- Achieved the competences equivalent to that of a trainee who has completed UK foundation, ST1 and ST2 training or equivalent experience
- Experience in at ST2 or equivalent level for at least 12 months
- Management of admissions at ST3+ level
Desirable
- Advanced procedural competences
- Evidence of supervision or training of junior doctors
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Practise with the professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medical Practice and the Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for dentists)
- Demonstrate the underpinning subject-specific competences i.e. knowledge, skills and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope
- Critically reflect on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required
- Communicate effectively and is able to share decision-making with patients, relatives and carers; treats patients as individuals, promoting a person-centred approach to their care, including self-management
Desirable
- Clinically evaluate and manages a patient, formulating a prioritised differential diagnosis, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending on the outcomes of treatment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or Equivalent
- Competencies in Obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to ST3+ level
- Vast experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS
Entry criteria
Essential
- Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council
- Achieved the competences equivalent to that of a trainee who has completed UK foundation, ST1 and ST2 training or equivalent experience
- Experience in at ST2 or equivalent level for at least 12 months
- Management of admissions at ST3+ level
Desirable
- Advanced procedural competences
- Evidence of supervision or training of junior doctors
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Practise with the professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medical Practice and the Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for dentists)
- Demonstrate the underpinning subject-specific competences i.e. knowledge, skills and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope
- Critically reflect on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required
- Communicate effectively and is able to share decision-making with patients, relatives and carers; treats patients as individuals, promoting a person-centred approach to their care, including self-management
Desirable
- Clinically evaluate and manages a patient, formulating a prioritised differential diagnosis, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending on the outcomes of treatment
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).
