Job summary
The post will enable the Trust to maintain a full range of services within the department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. As a unit we have encouraged Clinical Fellows to develop their own areas of special interest.
The post will be based at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. It would be expected that the candidate should have completed a defined period of structured training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with documented evidence of progress to the equivalent level of ST3 or above.
The main features of the post are that the new appointee will:
o Share in the resident on-call rota (see attached timetable)o Participate in 1 in 9 on-call rota, including weekends on call (day shifts Saturday and Sunday 0800-2030 or nights 2000 - 0800) per year.o Share the general duties of a registrar obstetrician and gynaecologist, including teaching junior medical staff and students, clinical governance including clinical audit and management duties.
Please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached for full detail.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts, we will close vacancies before the stated closing date once the first 50 applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
o Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all obstetrics and gynaecology patients.o To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department.o Teaching and training of junior medical staff, nursing staff, and medical students.o To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.o To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached for full detail.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
The maternity service at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is evolving. Currently responsible for the care of approximately 2300 births each year, the service offers choice of care pathway, lead professional and place of birth to women primarily living in the Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Thetford, Sudbury, Haverhill and surrounding areas.
The unit consists of a labour suite with 7 ensuite delivery rooms, one of which contains a birthing pool; a room designated for high-dependency and post-operative care; and a dedicated bereavement suite. There is direct access to the obstetric theatre, neonatal unit and co-located midwifery birthing unit. Dr Chamika Abayasinghe is the Obstetric Anaesthetic Lead Consultant working alongside 6 other anaesthetists. There is one large 30 bedded antenatal/postnatal ward area that includes a neonatal transitional care bay co-located to the triage and maternity day assesment unit areas.
The departmental outpatient area includes a Colposcopy Suite, consulting rooms and the ultrasound department. Consultant-led antenatal clinics are held at the West Suffolk Hospital where there are full ultrasound services including Doppler assessment of high-risk pregnancies, with peripheral antenatal clinics at Newmarket and Thetford.The Gynaecology ward, Gynae Assessment Unit, Early Pregnancy Assesment Unit and termination of pregnancy services are based on F14 ward. Gynaecological outpatient services are currently based at the West Suffolk Hospital, Thetford, Newmarket and Sudbury. All operating lists take place at the West Suffolk Hospital, in main eight theatre complex and purpose-built day surgery unit with 5 theatres.
Please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached for full detail.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The maternity service at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is evolving. Currently responsible for the care of approximately 2300 births each year, the service offers choice of care pathway, lead professional and place of birth to women primarily living in the Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Thetford, Sudbury, Haverhill and surrounding areas.
The unit consists of a labour suite with 7 ensuite delivery rooms, one of which contains a birthing pool; a room designated for high-dependency and post-operative care; and a dedicated bereavement suite. There is direct access to the obstetric theatre, neonatal unit and co-located midwifery birthing unit. Dr Chamika Abayasinghe is the Obstetric Anaesthetic Lead Consultant working alongside 6 other anaesthetists. There is one large 30 bedded antenatal/postnatal ward area that includes a neonatal transitional care bay co-located to the triage and maternity day assesment unit areas.
The departmental outpatient area includes a Colposcopy Suite, consulting rooms and the ultrasound department. Consultant-led antenatal clinics are held at the West Suffolk Hospital where there are full ultrasound services including Doppler assessment of high-risk pregnancies, with peripheral antenatal clinics at Newmarket and Thetford.The Gynaecology ward, Gynae Assessment Unit, Early Pregnancy Assesment Unit and termination of pregnancy services are based on F14 ward. Gynaecological outpatient services are currently based at the West Suffolk Hospital, Thetford, Newmarket and Sudbury. All operating lists take place at the West Suffolk Hospital, in main eight theatre complex and purpose-built day surgery unit with 5 theatres.
Please see Job Description and Personal Specification attached for full detail.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG part 1
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in maternity unit in the UK for at least 2 years
- Demonstration of skills expected of ST 4 registrar or more
- Competence in instrumental deliveries, complex perineal repairs
Desirable
- Experience of managing / team working in emergency scenarios in Obstetrics (PROMPT or equivalent)
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of continuing participation in clinical governance and audit
Research
Essential
- Evidence based approach to clinical practise
Desirable
- Presentations at national and international meetings
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to multidisciplinary teaching and supervising junior medical staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: PLAB 1 PLAB 2 However, if applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence.
Organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to organise work efficiently and effectively
- A demonstrated ability to work flexibly in a team to share the clinical load.
Management skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and develop the service. Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives.
Desirable
- Ability to exhibit leadership and management skills and participate in development within the directorate.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG part 1
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in maternity unit in the UK for at least 2 years
- Demonstration of skills expected of ST 4 registrar or more
- Competence in instrumental deliveries, complex perineal repairs
Desirable
- Experience of managing / team working in emergency scenarios in Obstetrics (PROMPT or equivalent)
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of continuing participation in clinical governance and audit
Research
Essential
- Evidence based approach to clinical practise
Desirable
- Presentations at national and international meetings
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to multidisciplinary teaching and supervising junior medical staff
Personal Attributes
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: PLAB 1 PLAB 2 However, if applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence.
Organisational skills
Essential
- Ability to organise work efficiently and effectively
- A demonstrated ability to work flexibly in a team to share the clinical load.
Management skills
Essential
- Ability to plan and develop the service. Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives.
Desirable
- Ability to exhibit leadership and management skills and participate in development within the directorate.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
