Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

The closing date is 21 August 2025

Job summary

This an exciting opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and well-motivated doctor to join our busy unit with interest in developing gynaecological oncology skills and aptitude.

There is the opportunity to support the candidate gain experience in the Royal College of O&G core curriculum along with Gynaecological oncology SITM. 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 King's College London School of Medicine. Further opportunities will include participation in clinical governance processes, patient tracking list management, Gynaecological oncology MDTs and presentation of audit projects.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be expected to participate fully in the department with opportunity to attend Gynaecological Oncology specialist clinics and gain additional skills while working closely with gynaecological oncology team. These opportunities include:

Rapid access clinics

Priority gynaceology clinics

Transvaginal scan

Outpatient hysteroscopy clinic

Colposcopy clinic

Vulval clinics

Theatre sessions with oncology team.

Leading gynaecology MDT

Audit and Research opportunities

The appointment is a full-time post on permanent contract.

The opportunities for teaching and training will be the same as for the other Specialist Registrars within the Department. Applicants should have MBBS, MRCOG Part 3 completed and be registered with the GMC along with significant experience in NHS.

The successful candidate will participate in the 1:8 full shift rota providing cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a three-tier system. The night on-call team comprises an SHO , two registrars and a Consultant. The consultant is resident from 0800 - 2200 to support high-quality care and outstanding training opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop skills in gynaecological oncology within NHS system.

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

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-RF7165

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main job description

What Were Looking For:

A motivated Specialty Doctor or experienced clinician working toward CESR.
A team player with a passion for both clinical excellence and personal development.
GMC registered (or eligible) and committed to progressing within the NHS as per criteria above.
Good communicator with team player

We believe your ambition should be matched by a supportive environment and thats exactly what we offer. Join a team where your growth is not only encouraged but actively invested in.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main job description

What Were Looking For:

A motivated Specialty Doctor or experienced clinician working toward CESR.
A team player with a passion for both clinical excellence and personal development.
GMC registered (or eligible) and committed to progressing within the NHS as per criteria above.
Good communicator with team player

We believe your ambition should be matched by a supportive environment and thats exactly what we offer. Join a team where your growth is not only encouraged but actively invested in.

Person Specification

Clinical Experience

Essential

Experience of NHS hospital medicine
Shows an understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and corporate risk

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Has full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

MRCOG Part 1 (UK) or equivalent
Completion of multiprofessional training in emergencies e.g. Prompt

Other Attributes

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills
Good presentation skills
Ability to work in a team
Good interpersonal skills
Enquiring, critical approach to work.

Person Specification

Clinical Experience

Essential

Experience of NHS hospital medicine
Shows an understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and corporate risk

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Has full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

MRCOG Part 1 (UK) or equivalent
Completion of multiprofessional training in emergencies e.g. Prompt

Other Attributes

Essential

Good written and verbal communication skills
Good presentation skills
Ability to work in a team
Good interpersonal skills
Enquiring, critical approach to work.

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.

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

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

Employer's website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)