Job summary
We are in the process of recruiting a replacement consultant to join our existing team following a retirement. This is a full time substantive post with commitment in both obstetrics and gynaecology.The applicant must have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and must be registered in the GMC's specialist register or be within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview. We are particularly seeking a colleague with interest in Early Pregnancy and Emergency Gynaecology care, in addition to a broad range of generic skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
This is a substantive post supporting the current Gynaecology service with Obstetric component. The post holder will be supporting consultant delivered care and junior doctor training through alternative models of working. There will be a general commitment in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
The on call frequency is around 1:10. The consultant during non-resident out of hours is expected to be available within 30 minutes of being called. The appointee will take full responsibility for clinical care of patients during their duties.
Additional support and mentoring will also be available as appropriate based on the appointee's experience.
The consultant is expected to be physically on site while providing labour ward cover during working hours.
Main duties of the job
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in North Wales. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of work including outpatient clinic sessions in obstetrics and gynaecology, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists in addition to the hybrid resident/ non-resident on-call rota. At present all consultant participate in twilight cover as resident on call.
The rota frequency and work pattern out of hours is reviewed on a regular basis and changes may be necessary in future to adapt to changes in the department.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Knowledge /Qualification
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent appropriate specialist registration
- Inclusion on Specialist Register of GMC or eligible for award of CCT within 6 months of interview date
- Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC
Desirable
- RCOG Early pregnancy ATSM or equivalent
- Menopause ATSM or equivalent Additional relevant degree(s)
- Additional relevant degree(s)
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR/STR leading to accreditation for CCT, CESR or recognised equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Equivalent training accepted by College/GMC for Specialist Register (CESR)
Desirable
- Evidence of audit/Quality improvement projects
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCST
- Statement regarding appropriate training and experience, including that relating to a specialist interest
- Completed ATSMs appropriate to the post
- Experience in Maternal Medicine
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Evidence of effective service development
- Additional clinical experience/training that may be required
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Proven engagement in management activities
Desirable
- Qualification/Evidence of management and administration experience
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- oExperience of supervising junior staff
Desirable
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good leadership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Good organizational and management skills
- Supportive and tolerant
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Caring attitude to patients
- Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital
Desirable
- Ability to network with other CPG's, consultants, trainees and management staff
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and Adaptability to changing needs of service
- Work in pressured environment
- Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Car owner/driver because of geography of the Health Board
Person Specification
Knowledge /Qualification
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent appropriate specialist registration
- Inclusion on Specialist Register of GMC or eligible for award of CCT within 6 months of interview date
- Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC
Desirable
- RCOG Early pregnancy ATSM or equivalent
- Menopause ATSM or equivalent Additional relevant degree(s)
- Additional relevant degree(s)
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR/STR leading to accreditation for CCT, CESR or recognised equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Equivalent training accepted by College/GMC for Specialist Register (CESR)
Desirable
- Evidence of audit/Quality improvement projects
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCST
- Statement regarding appropriate training and experience, including that relating to a specialist interest
- Completed ATSMs appropriate to the post
- Experience in Maternal Medicine
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Evidence of effective service development
- Additional clinical experience/training that may be required
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Proven engagement in management activities
Desirable
- Qualification/Evidence of management and administration experience
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- oExperience of supervising junior staff
Desirable
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good leadership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Good organizational and management skills
- Supportive and tolerant
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Caring attitude to patients
- Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital
Desirable
- Ability to network with other CPG's, consultants, trainees and management staff
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and Adaptability to changing needs of service
- Work in pressured environment
- Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
Desirable
- Car owner/driver because of geography of the Health Board
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).
