Job summary
This is a new consultant post in Maternal and Fetal Medicine to support increasing workload and career progression of current postholders. The post is suited to a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who has completed their subspecialty training in maternal & fetal medicine. The successful applicant would join a team of 12 consultant Obstetricians (WTE).
Main duties of the job
This post covers antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal obstetric care with a particular focus on maternal & fetal medicine. Consultant presence is covered by 12 consultants (WTE) with resident cover for approximately 90 hours per week. There is separate consultant on call cover for gynaecology.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for leading maternity guideline development.
A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration. If such a candidate is appointed, the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.
About us
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of acute clinical services through the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (1,000 beds) and Cromer and District Hospital, including more specialist services such as oncology and radiotherapy, neonatology, orthopaedics, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, rheumatology, paediatric medicine and surgery.
Our staff of over 7,000 treat more than one million patients; people from Norfolk, neighbouring counties and further afield. Our patients are referred to us by around 100 local GP practices but also from other acute hospitals and primary care trusts around the country.
As a university teaching hospital we have developed our research and development strategy in partnership with the University of East Anglia.
We also work closely with our partners on the Norwich Research Park and Norwich Radiology Academy to take forward our ambitious targets for research and development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Full GMC with license to practice with entry onto the Specialist Register required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Full GMC with license to practice with entry onto the Specialist Register required.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Is able to work without direct supervision, but also clearly knows when it is appropriate to seek help.
- Satisfactory pre-employment health screening and clearance of Hepatitis B status.
- Police Clearance
Desirable
- Research presentations and publications in peer reviewed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via; o CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) o CESR or o European Community Rights
- PLAB or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- RCOG Certified accreditation in Subspecialty training in maternal & fetal medicine
Desirable
- Post-graduate degree (MD, PhD)
Clinical Training and Experience
Essential
- Extensive obstetric experience able to perform all roles in the job description.
- Applicants who are Nationals from another European country or elsewhere overseas would have to show equivalence to the 7 years training period in the National Health Service required for the specialty.
- Training and expertise in children's safeguarding
Desirable
- Experience in research or published papers in area of special interest
- Experience In obstetric training e.g. MOET or PPROMPT instructor
- Experience in risk management with demonstration of Root Cause analysis investigator experience.
Ability
Essential
- Exhibits and has references acknowledging ability and skills commensurate with experience stated above and should include skills in dealing with specific situations (e.g. handling Obstetric emergencies appropriately, counselling and treating upset patients and their relatives).
- References must demonstrate training progress.
- Communication skills - to be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
Knowledge
Essential
- Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals.
- Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Is willing, able and has the skill to collate and record information and communicate in writing with other professionals.
- Exhibits good time management and diligence, i.e. answers bleep and arrives for duties promptly, helps colleagues
Relationships
Essential
- Able to work effectively with colleagues and members of the health team.
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- Able to form a caring and communicative relationship with the patient.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Is able to work without direct supervision, but also clearly knows when it is appropriate to seek help.
- Satisfactory pre-employment health screening and clearance of Hepatitis B status.
- Police Clearance
Desirable
- Research presentations and publications in peer reviewed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via; o CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) o CESR or o European Community Rights
- PLAB or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- RCOG Certified accreditation in Subspecialty training in maternal & fetal medicine
Desirable
- Post-graduate degree (MD, PhD)
Clinical Training and Experience
Essential
- Extensive obstetric experience able to perform all roles in the job description.
- Applicants who are Nationals from another European country or elsewhere overseas would have to show equivalence to the 7 years training period in the National Health Service required for the specialty.
- Training and expertise in children's safeguarding
Desirable
- Experience in research or published papers in area of special interest
- Experience In obstetric training e.g. MOET or PPROMPT instructor
- Experience in risk management with demonstration of Root Cause analysis investigator experience.
Ability
Essential
- Exhibits and has references acknowledging ability and skills commensurate with experience stated above and should include skills in dealing with specific situations (e.g. handling Obstetric emergencies appropriately, counselling and treating upset patients and their relatives).
- References must demonstrate training progress.
- Communication skills - to be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
Knowledge
Essential
- Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals.
- Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Is willing, able and has the skill to collate and record information and communicate in writing with other professionals.
- Exhibits good time management and diligence, i.e. answers bleep and arrives for duties promptly, helps colleagues
Relationships
Essential
- Able to work effectively with colleagues and members of the health team.
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- Able to form a caring and communicative relationship with the patient.
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).
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).
