Job summary
There are around 13,000 elective and emergency gynaecology admissions each year with a mixture of day case and main theatres lists. There are 38,000 outpatient contacts in a gynaecology clinic setting. Services include colposcopy, urogynaecology, infertility, outpatient hysteroscopy and cancer services organised with the regional centre.Specialist Obstetric services include fetal medicine, diabetes, HIV, mental health and twin antenatal clinics. There is the agreement for the development of a new midwifery led unit on the QE site in the near future. Emergency gynaecology admissions are admitted through the Queen Elizabeth and University Hospital Lewisham sites.There will be opportunities to support the development of specialist skills with sessions dedicated to the specialist interest of the candidate e.g. Colposcopy, early pregnancy scanning, Minimal access clinics etc.Day case work and out-patient clinic services are provided across the two sites The increased size of the trust means that there will be opportunities to increase and improve specialist gynecology services. There are currently 24 consultants in Women's Services all of deliver both Obstetrics and Gynaecology services.The management structure for the trust is based on six directorates; Obstetrics & Gynaecology is in the Directorate of Women & Sexual Health.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will participate in the 1:13 full shift rota providing cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a three-tier system. The on-call team comprises an SHO (two SHOs 0800-1700), two registrars and a Consultant. The consultant is resident from 0800 - 2000 to support high-quality care and outstanding training opportunities.This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop skills towards specialty O&G applications or gaining experience of NHS systems.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is a fixed term, until the end of September 2025. This an exciting opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and well-motivated doctor to join our busy unit.
There is the opportunity to support the candidate gain experience in the Royal College of O&G core curriculum. Educational and Clinical supervision will be provided, and the candidate will be encouraged to engage with the eportfolio to document training competencies. In addition to clinical experience, there is the opportunity to develop teaching skills due to the close links to Kings College London School of Medicine. Further opportunities will include participation in clinical governance processes and presentation of audit projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is a fixed term, until the end of September 2025. This an exciting opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and well-motivated doctor to join our busy unit.
There is the opportunity to support the candidate gain experience in the Royal College of O&G core curriculum. Educational and Clinical supervision will be provided, and the candidate will be encouraged to engage with the eportfolio to document training competencies. In addition to clinical experience, there is the opportunity to develop teaching skills due to the close links to Kings College London School of Medicine. Further opportunities will include participation in clinical governance processes and presentation of audit projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualifications
- MRCOG Part 1
- Full current GMC registration
Desirable
- MRCOG part 3
- BSc or other further post registration graduate qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Completed one of the following courses: ALS, BLS, ALSO,MOET
Research Knowledge
Essential
- A knowledge of research and audit methods
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualifications
- MRCOG Part 1
- Full current GMC registration
Desirable
- MRCOG part 3
- BSc or other further post registration graduate qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Completed one of the following courses: ALS, BLS, ALSO,MOET
Research Knowledge
Essential
- A knowledge of research and audit methods
Desirable
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).
