Job summary
The chosen candidate will act as a ST1 - ST2 grade doctor under the direction of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology directorate which includes consultants, associate specialists, trust doctors, nursing & midwifery staff.
The programme will contain a mixture of antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics, obstetrics & gynaecology theatres and on-call commitments. Undergraduate experience of Obstetrics & Gynaecology is preferable.
Main duties of the job
The junior staff are directly responsible to the Consultants for whom they work. They are expected to provide support in all aspects of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology service by maintaining continuity of patient care, assisting at operations, Out-patient clinics and in the Labour wards.
The chosen candidate will be first on-call for acute admission.
The rota will be a 1 in 10 on-call rota.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The chosen candidate will act as a junior grade doctor under the direction of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology directorate which includes consultants, associate specialists, trust doctors, nursing & midwifery staff.
The programme will contain a mixture of antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics, obstetrics & gynaecology theatres and on-call commitments. Undergraduate experience of obstetrics & gynaecology is preferable.
The Obstetric Department has approximately 3918 deliveries per year and comprises a labour ward with 10 delivery rooms and 3 bedded HDU. There is an elective caesarean section list every day and a separate emergency obstetric theatre. There is an Antenatal Day Assessment Unit, a 33 bedded postnatal ward and a 10 bedded antenatal ward. Nuchal Translucency Screening is offered to all mothers before 12th completed week of pregnancy.
The Treatment Centre provides capacity for elective gynaecological surgery. There is an Early Assessment Pregnancy Unit, facilities for out-patient diagnostic and therapeutic hysteroscopy, colposcopy and urodynamics. Minimal access surgery is well established.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The chosen candidate will act as a junior grade doctor under the direction of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology directorate which includes consultants, associate specialists, trust doctors, nursing & midwifery staff.
The programme will contain a mixture of antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics, obstetrics & gynaecology theatres and on-call commitments. Undergraduate experience of obstetrics & gynaecology is preferable.
The Obstetric Department has approximately 3918 deliveries per year and comprises a labour ward with 10 delivery rooms and 3 bedded HDU. There is an elective caesarean section list every day and a separate emergency obstetric theatre. There is an Antenatal Day Assessment Unit, a 33 bedded postnatal ward and a 10 bedded antenatal ward. Nuchal Translucency Screening is offered to all mothers before 12th completed week of pregnancy.
The Treatment Centre provides capacity for elective gynaecological surgery. There is an Early Assessment Pregnancy Unit, facilities for out-patient diagnostic and therapeutic hysteroscopy, colposcopy and urodynamics. Minimal access surgery is well established.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Registration
Essential
- BM BS or equivalent
- Applicants must hold full GMC registration.
- PLAB or equivalent
Desirable
- Part 1 MRCOG (within 3 years of application)
Experience/Training
Desirable
- Prior NHS Obs & Gynae experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals
- Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education
Desirable
- IT and Computer Skills Breadth of experience outside speciality.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Experience in management of patients with general obstetric and gynaecological problems
Communication Skills and Teaching
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Obstetric and Gynaecology Division
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Division and Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
Desirable
- Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate management.
- IT and Computer Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications/Registration
Essential
- BM BS or equivalent
- Applicants must hold full GMC registration.
- PLAB or equivalent
Desirable
- Part 1 MRCOG (within 3 years of application)
Experience/Training
Desirable
- Prior NHS Obs & Gynae experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals
- Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education
Desirable
- IT and Computer Skills Breadth of experience outside speciality.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Experience in management of patients with general obstetric and gynaecological problems
Communication Skills and Teaching
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Obstetric and Gynaecology Division
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Division and Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.
Desirable
- Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate management.
- IT and Computer Skills
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
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).
