Job summary
Applications are invited for 2 full time Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologists. These posts are based in Singleton Hospital in Swansea. However, some clinical commitments may be required in other hospitals within the Health Board.
The posts are offered on the amended terms of the Consultant Contract on an optional whole time, 37.5 hours, working week - 10 session basis, although any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full time would be eligible to be considered for the post, and is subject to the terms and conditions of service governing the appointment of hospital medical and dental staff in Wales.
Main duties of the job
You will be joining a complement of 23 Consultants responsible for the provision of obstetric and gynaecology services to Singleton Hospital, Swansea, including a team of 7 resident Consultants.
The Consultant will take part in a 1/8 resident on call rota with prospective cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and contribute to the daytime Emergency Gynaecology rota.
The department needs to increase capacity in maternal medicine, paediatric and adolescent gynaecology, vulval conditions and minimal access surgery, though other subspecialty interests for the successful candidates would also be considered.
The accommodation at Singleton was opened in 1991 and consists of a purpose built block including Obstetric wards, Central Delivery Unit, tertiary Neonatal intensive Care Unit (covering South West Wales), SCBU/Transitional Care Unit, Colposcopy Suite and outpatient clinic space. We intend to develop a hysteroscopy/ minor ops suite within the next 12 months, with plans to co-locate it with the Early Pregnancy Unit and Gynaecology Outpatients. Our inpatient gynaecology beds are located within the main hospital block adjacent.
About us
Consultants in the Health Board benefit from a 37.5 hour week plus a flexible approach to working practices. We place great emphasis on continuous professional development and will actively support you in the development and achievement of personal goals. There are modern seminar rooms, libraries and video libraries fully equipped with the latest technology.
Situated in South Wales, the area surrounding the location boasts beautiful scenery, affordable housing, excellent schools and higher education and good road and rail links to London.
Swansea Bay University Health Board covers a population of around 390,000 in Neath/Port Talbot and Swansea areas and we have a budget of around £1bn.
Our values were developed by listening to our service users, the community and our staff. They show our commitment to equality and are at the centre of everything we do. These are; caring for each other, working together and always improving and this is something that we in maternity service, strive for each and every day.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Licensed to practice
- Eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam
Desirable
- ATSM in Acute Gynaecology and Early Pregnancy
Experience
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships
- Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues
- Teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
- Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Skills
Essential
- Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly
- Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Licensed to practice
- Eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam
Desirable
- ATSM in Acute Gynaecology and Early Pregnancy
Experience
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships
- Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues
- Teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
- Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Skills
Essential
- Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly
- Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service
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).
