Job summary
We are looking for a proactive, motivated, forward thinking and dynamic individual to join our Consultant team at Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will be based at Basingstoke Hospital and will provide cover for both obstetrics and gynaecology. The department would welcome a candidate committed to both Obstetrics and Gynaecology and we would be able to accommodate a specialist interest in benign gynaecology, early pregnancy, vulval disease or an obstetrics interest. The locum post is for an initial period of 6 - 12 months and is available for an immediate start.
This post is advertised as a full time, 10 PA post. The successful candidate will be based primarily at our Basingstoke site although all staff are expected to work across sites if the need arises and sessions may well be in Winchester, Basingstoke and Andover.
There is a 1 in 8 non-resident on-call commitment providing cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Main duties of the job
This post is fixed term 10 PA post. There will be antenatal clinics, LW / elective caesarean section lists, early pregnancy scan sessions, benign gynaecology clinics and theatre. The successful candidate will be encouraged to provide an area of specialist interest and this can be accommodated in the job plan after discussion. The non resident on-call commitment (1 in 8) covers both Obstetrics and Gynaecology emergencies.
There are 3 WTE Speciality Doctors contributing to resident on call duties along with 5 WTE Specialist Registrars from the Wessex Deanery.
About us
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) provides hospital services to around 570,000 people living in Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire, and specialist services to patients from all over the country. We deliver a full range of district hospital services in a variety of locations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.
Visits to the Trust
Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the following for further information/discussion regarding this post:
Miss Avideah Nejad, Clinical Director Womens Health via 01256312778 or avideah.nejad@hhft.nhs.uk
Mrs Renee Behrens, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and Deputy CD via 01962 824208 or renee.behrens@hhft.nhs.uk
Please ensure that email addresses are provided for referees and other contacts and that start, and end dates of training courses and employment are clearly noted on your application form / CV.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.
Visits to the Trust
Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the following for further information/discussion regarding this post:
Miss Avideah Nejad, Clinical Director Womens Health via 01256312778 or avideah.nejad@hhft.nhs.uk
Mrs Renee Behrens, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and Deputy CD via 01962 824208 or renee.behrens@hhft.nhs.uk
Please ensure that email addresses are provided for referees and other contacts and that start, and end dates of training courses and employment are clearly noted on your application form / CV.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- On the GMC Specialist Register and holding the CCT or within 3 months of obtaining the CCT (with evidence of sound progression)
- Advanced Labour ward ATSM or equivalent
Desirable
- High Risk Pregnancy ATSM or equivalent
- Benign Gynae ATSM
- Early Pregnancy and acute gynaecology ATSM
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to deal independently with common emergencies in general obstetrics
- Experience of working in the NHS for at least 1 year
- Desire to support and promote safe birth
- Accredited expertise in the area of declared interest
Desirable
- Adult Basic Life Support training up to date within 12 months
- Neonatal Resuscitation training up to date within 12 months
- Emergency drills training up to date within 12 months
- ALSO, PROMPT or MOET instructor
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and display leadership
Desirable
- Ability to offer External Cephalic Version
- Proven self starter
Research & Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching and supervising junior medical and midwifery staff.
- Evidence of undertaking an audit, service review or guideline which improved patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing emergency drills training
- Publications in a peer reviewed journal
- Formal training in teaching eg Training the Trainers Course
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- On the GMC Specialist Register and holding the CCT or within 3 months of obtaining the CCT (with evidence of sound progression)
- Advanced Labour ward ATSM or equivalent
Desirable
- High Risk Pregnancy ATSM or equivalent
- Benign Gynae ATSM
- Early Pregnancy and acute gynaecology ATSM
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to deal independently with common emergencies in general obstetrics
- Experience of working in the NHS for at least 1 year
- Desire to support and promote safe birth
- Accredited expertise in the area of declared interest
Desirable
- Adult Basic Life Support training up to date within 12 months
- Neonatal Resuscitation training up to date within 12 months
- Emergency drills training up to date within 12 months
- ALSO, PROMPT or MOET instructor
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and display leadership
Desirable
- Ability to offer External Cephalic Version
- Proven self starter
Research & Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching and supervising junior medical and midwifery staff.
- Evidence of undertaking an audit, service review or guideline which improved patient care
Desirable
- Experience of managing emergency drills training
- Publications in a peer reviewed journal
- Formal training in teaching eg Training the Trainers Course
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).
