Job summary
BARTS HEALTH NHS TRUST
WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HEALTH CLINICAL ACADEMIC GROUP
Fixed term one year contract for Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist with Special Interest in Emergency Gynaecology and Early Pregnancy.
Location: Newham University Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust
Contract: Fixed term/ Full Time (10 PAs)
Join a vibrant and diverse team at the heart of East London. Make a real difference.Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking a dynamic, dedicated Consultant Obstetrician with a special interest in maternal medicine to join the expanding Women's Health team at Newham University Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking, patient-centred service within one of the UK's most diverse communities.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to provide high-quality care in both general obstetrics and gynaecology.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the obstetric and gynaecological care for women with an interest in emergency gynaecology and early pregnancy and other related conditions, ensuring the delivery of patient-centred care.
Provide clinical expertise in the management of complex cases involving early pregnancy, including ultrasound scanning.
Contribute to the education and training of junior doctors, medical students, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Collaborate with the gynaecological team across sites in Barts Health to provide comprehensive care to patients with early pregnancy issues.
Ensure high standards of clinical governance, quality control, and safety in all aspects of the service.
Participate in regular audits, departmental meetings, and clinical governance
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a consultant who is:
- Has completed ATSM/SITIM or equivalent experience in complex early pregnancy and non-elective gynaecology (CEPNG) or equivalent.
- Committed to collaborative working, clinical excellence, and innovation.
- Passionate about equity, inclusion, and improving outcomes for diverse populations.
Why Join Us?
At Newham University Hospital, we pride ourselves on:
Serving one of the youngest and most culturally rich populations in the UK
- A supportive and progressive team environment
- Strong academic links with Queen Mary University of London
- A trust-wide commitment to staff development and flexible working
- Being part of one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, offering extensive career pathways
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a consultant who is:
- Has completed ATSM/SITIM or equivalent experience in complex early pregnancy and non-elective gynaecology (CEPNG) or equivalent.
- Committed to collaborative working, clinical excellence, and innovation.
- Passionate about equity, inclusion, and improving outcomes for diverse populations.
Why Join Us?
At Newham University Hospital, we pride ourselves on:
Serving one of the youngest and most culturally rich populations in the UK
- A supportive and progressive team environment
- Strong academic links with Queen Mary University of London
- A trust-wide commitment to staff development and flexible working
- Being part of one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, offering extensive career pathways
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ATSM/SITM in Complex early pregnancy and non-elective gynaecology (CEPNG) or equivalent.
- Competent in Early Pregnancy Scanning.
Desirable
- Diploma in Early Pregnancy Ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Desirable
- Quality improvement projects and/or research related to Obstetrics / Gynaecology
- Experience of the UK healthcare system
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of Clinical Governance and its application to Obstetrics.
- Record of Completed audit projects
Desirable
- NHS complaint handling
- Risk management Training
- Critical incident reporting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ATSM/SITM in Complex early pregnancy and non-elective gynaecology (CEPNG) or equivalent.
- Competent in Early Pregnancy Scanning.
Desirable
- Diploma in Early Pregnancy Ultrasound
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Desirable
- Quality improvement projects and/or research related to Obstetrics / Gynaecology
- Experience of the UK healthcare system
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of Clinical Governance and its application to Obstetrics.
- Record of Completed audit projects
Desirable
- NHS complaint handling
- Risk management Training
- Critical incident reporting
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).
