Job summary
Dartford and Gravesham NHS TrustWomen's and Children's DirectorateConsultant in Obstetrics and GynecologyFull time- 10 PA'sPermanent
An opportunity has arisen to join our team of enthusiastic, motivated and committed Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, contributing towards enhancing maternal safety within our unit. The post is a new role following approval of expansion of consultant body to provide gynae cover during on call. The successful candidate will have exposure to both Obstetrics and Gyanecology with interest in Colposcopy, ambulatory care.
The post is planned for10 PAs.
Main duties of the job
This Job will provide clinical services across Southeast London as we continue to expand our activity across Kent. We provide outpatient and inpatient care on the Queen Mary's Hospital site in Sidcup, and will be expanding antenatal care in to the community as well. The provisional make-up of the post is described below, pending any changes that are agreed with the Clinical Director and the appointee, within 3 months of appointment. The successful candidate must be on the Specialist Register with the GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT or CESR.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Due to the government regulations for mandatory vaccinations for COVID-19 for NHS employees, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. In order to comply with our duty of care, we require all of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your vaccination status will be a condition of your employment and evidence of vaccination will be obtained during the recruitment process, unless you are medically exempt.
Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues
Job description
Job responsibilities
The PAs are calculated over a 42 week cycle in which the appointee will do 5.8 hot weeks (Monday Friday 0830 - 1730). These weeks (or portions thereof) can be swapped but leave cannot be taken during them.
1.25 PA (averaged) for the hot weeks.
1.75 PA for flexible emergency cover (evenings and weekends)
0.25 PA for unpredictable on-call
5.25 PAs for other daytime work. (Antenatal, Gynaecology clinic and Gynaecology operating, Caesarean section list, ambulatory care) These figures are approximate and will be discussed during the recruitment process. (see time table below)
Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs
The activity and timing of the SPAs will be discussed and agreed with the Clinical Director within the first 3 months of the start of the post
The on-call supplement will be 3%.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The PAs are calculated over a 42 week cycle in which the appointee will do 5.8 hot weeks (Monday Friday 0830 - 1730). These weeks (or portions thereof) can be swapped but leave cannot be taken during them.
1.25 PA (averaged) for the hot weeks.
1.75 PA for flexible emergency cover (evenings and weekends)
0.25 PA for unpredictable on-call
5.25 PAs for other daytime work. (Antenatal, Gynaecology clinic and Gynaecology operating, Caesarean section list, ambulatory care) These figures are approximate and will be discussed during the recruitment process. (see time table below)
Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs
The activity and timing of the SPAs will be discussed and agreed with the Clinical Director within the first 3 months of the start of the post
The on-call supplement will be 3%.
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent ( or within 6 months of CCT)
- Advance Labour Ward ATSM or equivalent
Desirable
- Subspecialist training in Fetal Maternal Medicine or equivalent ATSM in Antenatal Care/ High Risk Pregnancy or equivalent
- ATSM in Labour Ward Lead.
- ATSM in Fetal medicine
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- oClinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
- Experience of clinical risk management, audit and research.
- Experience in general gynaecological emergencies and a readiness to take part in the obstetric duty rota to start with
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Evidence of management and administrative experience.
Desirable
- Attendance at management training course.
- Evidence of involvement in Obstetric Governance and Risk Management, and Maternity Transformation Programme
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- Wide experience of supervising junior medical staff and teaching and training junior medical staff and midwives/nurses
Desirable
- Documented evidence of teaching and training courses attended
- Experience in role as educational supervisor
- Simulation training
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent ( or within 6 months of CCT)
- Advance Labour Ward ATSM or equivalent
Desirable
- Subspecialist training in Fetal Maternal Medicine or equivalent ATSM in Antenatal Care/ High Risk Pregnancy or equivalent
- ATSM in Labour Ward Lead.
- ATSM in Fetal medicine
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- oClinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
- Experience of clinical risk management, audit and research.
- Experience in general gynaecological emergencies and a readiness to take part in the obstetric duty rota to start with
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Evidence of management and administrative experience.
Desirable
- Attendance at management training course.
- Evidence of involvement in Obstetric Governance and Risk Management, and Maternity Transformation Programme
Teaching and training experience
Essential
- Wide experience of supervising junior medical staff and teaching and training junior medical staff and midwives/nurses
Desirable
- Documented evidence of teaching and training courses attended
- Experience in role as educational supervisor
- Simulation training
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).
