Job summary
These posts are ideal for candidates who are looking to gain experience in obstetrics and gynaecology prior to obtaining a training post. The clinical fellows will work at ST1/2 level. The main duties will be to provide ward cover on the antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards under supervision, as well as allocated on call sessions on the delivery suite. In addition there will be an opportunity to gain exposure antenatal and gynaecology clinics and in theatre.
The clinical fellow will be trained in the fetal physiology approach to Intrapartum monitoring and the use of STAN monitoring. The clinical fellow will be expected to attend and present at the weekly departmental CTG and perinatal meetings. In addition the fellow is encouraged to attend the gynaecology multidisciplinary meetings in oncology and acute gynaecology. The clinical fellow will be encouraged to undertake clinical audit and contribute to the development of local guidelines.
Main duties of the job
The clinical fellow will work as part of a 1 in 8 rota Monday to Friday from 08.00-16:00 A typical 8 week cycle will contain:
- Long day each week covering either Obs or gynae
- 1 weekend of long days (08.00-20.00 sat and sun)) covering obs and gyane
- 1 weekend of nights (20.00-08.30 fri/sat/sun) covering obs and gynae
- 'Standard' days covering wards, theatres, Acute Gynaecology Unit and clinics
About us
St George's, University of London
St George's, University of London shares a site with St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK's largest teaching hospitals. The partnership with St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, along with the strong links with other healthcare providers; enable up-to-the-minute clinical insight that keeps research and teaching relevant to evolving healthcare needs. The co-location with the Trust gives our researchers access to a diverse range of patients who participate in clinical trials and are essential to the success of many of our research activities.
St George's University of London is now the only stand-alone medical school within the federation, offering students not only the advantage of a smaller, friendly school but also the benefits on one of the largest most diverse universities in Britain.
With more than 250 years of excellence and innovation in research and education resulting in groundbreaking advances in medicine and healthcare. Our alumni include Edward Jenner, John Hunter, Muriel Powell and Patrick Steptoe.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification for the position of
Clinical Fellow (ST1/2) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Factor
Essential
Desirable
Method of Assessment
Qualifications and Training
MBBS
Full registration with GMC
Evidence of interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
Application and interview
Experience
Completed foundation years
Some experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
]
Evidence of audit
Application and interview
Skills
Basic life support
Ability to recognise the sick patient
Advanced life support
Advanced life support in obstetrics
Basic surgical skills
Presentation skills
Application and interview
General & Personal
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with caring attitude to patients.
Excellent organisational ability
Interview
Job description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification for the position of
Clinical Fellow (ST1/2) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Factor
Essential
Desirable
Method of Assessment
Qualifications and Training
MBBS
Full registration with GMC
Evidence of interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
Application and interview
Experience
Completed foundation years
Some experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
]
Evidence of audit
Application and interview
Skills
Basic life support
Ability to recognise the sick patient
Advanced life support
Advanced life support in obstetrics
Basic surgical skills
Presentation skills
Application and interview
General & Personal
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with caring attitude to patients.
Excellent organisational ability
Interview
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
Experience
Essential
- Completed foundation years
Desirable
- Some experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Evidence of audit
Skills
Essential
- Basic life support
- Ability to recognise the sick patient
Desirable
- Advanced life support
- Basic surgical skills
- Presentation skills
general and personal
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with caring attitude to patients.
- Excellent organisational ability
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in obstetrics and gynaecology
Experience
Essential
- Completed foundation years
Desirable
- Some experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
- Evidence of audit
Skills
Essential
- Basic life support
- Ability to recognise the sick patient
Desirable
- Advanced life support
- Basic surgical skills
- Presentation skills
general and personal
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with caring attitude to patients.
- Excellent organisational ability
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).
