Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic individual who will play a pivotal role in shaping the Gynaecology Cancer Unit. The individual will provide their clinical expertise in our two-week referral ambulatory pathways (through colposcopy, scanning and outpatient hysteroscopy). They will also need to have a strong surgical background specifically in advanced laparoscopic and open procedures specifically concerning oncology patients. We are also looking at them providing leadership in running the MDT and taking ownership of the gynaecology oncology patients either outpatient or inpatient.Although the post is gynaecology based but are expected to provide assistance with our high-risk Placenta Accreta Service (PAS) when needed and on call. If labour ward sessions are wanted this can be discussed further
Main duties of the job
The consultant should contribute to the smooth running of the clinical services in the department of obstetrics and gynaecology. They should ensure that good working relationships are maintained between all staff within these areas. They should coordinate and maintain continuous clinical and quality audit within the department, investigate patient complaints quickly and address issues that arise as a result of this process. They should ensure accurate and clear records are kept and comply with the Data Protection Act and should be an active member of the risk management team. They should facilitate departmental meetings and meetings related to the ongoing review and evaluation of the clinical service. They are expected to establish, maintain and update the clinical service policies and protocols, and ensure that any changes are evidence based and made after consultation with the members of the department. He/she is expected to liaise with GPs in the region and generally raise the profile of the Directorate of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.The clinical work will be to provide the service indicated in the timetable overleaf.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed description of the roles and responsibilities applicants are advised to see attached Job Description and Job Plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed description of the roles and responsibilities applicants are advised to see attached Job Description and Job Plan.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- oFull registration the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for full registration if applying from abroad
- oCurrently on the specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 3 months of the closing date
- oCCT or equivalent qualification
- oMRCOG or equivalent qualification
- oUp to date adult resuscitation training (or evidence that it is booked)
- oATSM in Benign Gynaecology
- oATSM in Gynae Oncology
Desirable
- oAn MD or PhD
- oAn MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- oEvidence of independent experience in laparoscopic surgery particularly total laparoscopic hysterectomy
- oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- oEvidence of developing evidence based services in obstetrics and gynaecology e.g. audit, guidelines or service development.
Desirable
- oEvidence of undertaking quality improvement work
- oExperience in gynae oncology
- oLaparoscopic courses
- oUSS scanning experience
Skills
Essential
- oAble to function at consultant level when on-call
- oAble to deliver ambulatory gynaecology clinics independently in colposcopy, scanning or hysteroscopy
Personal
Essential
- oOrganisational and IT skills
- oAbility to work in a team
- oAble to demonstrate leadership skills
- oGood interpersonal skills and a caring attitude to patients
- oCommitment to continuing medical education
- oAn awareness of their own strengths and weaknesses.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- oFull registration the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for full registration if applying from abroad
- oCurrently on the specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 3 months of the closing date
- oCCT or equivalent qualification
- oMRCOG or equivalent qualification
- oUp to date adult resuscitation training (or evidence that it is booked)
- oATSM in Benign Gynaecology
- oATSM in Gynae Oncology
Desirable
- oAn MD or PhD
- oAn MD or PhD
Experience
Essential
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
- oEvidence of independent experience in laparoscopic surgery particularly total laparoscopic hysterectomy
- oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- oEvidence of developing evidence based services in obstetrics and gynaecology e.g. audit, guidelines or service development.
Desirable
- oEvidence of undertaking quality improvement work
- oExperience in gynae oncology
- oLaparoscopic courses
- oUSS scanning experience
Skills
Essential
- oAble to function at consultant level when on-call
- oAble to deliver ambulatory gynaecology clinics independently in colposcopy, scanning or hysteroscopy
Personal
Essential
- oOrganisational and IT skills
- oAbility to work in a team
- oAble to demonstrate leadership skills
- oGood interpersonal skills and a caring attitude to patients
- oCommitment to continuing medical education
- oAn awareness of their own strengths and weaknesses.
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).
