Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Specialist Grade Doctor with a special interest in Colposcopy and Vulval Disease to join our dedicated team.
In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care across a broad spectrum of women's health services. Your responsibilities will include leading2-week wait (2WW) and general gynaecology clinics, contributing your expertise to our establishedcolposcopy and vulval services, and supportinggynaecology operating lists--with the opportunity to independently lead these lists in the future.
You'll also be involved in thesenior registrar and on-call rotas, including a fixed night shift every other week, and provide specialist input to ourMaternity TriageandMaternity Day Assessment Unit, particularly for high-risk patients.
This is a 12-month post with potential for extension to a permanent position. We are committed to your professional development and will support your progression towards a consultant role through tailored training and mentorship.
Main duties of the job
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Colposcopy & Vulval Disease: Independently perform colposcopic assessments, cervical biopsies, and LLETZ procedures. Provide expert care in vulval clinics and actively contribute to MDT meetings and service development.
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Rapid Access & General Gynaecology Clinics: Deliver care in 2WW and general gynaecology clinics under consultant supervision. Manage patient lists and clinic administration, including GP communications and result follow-up.
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Maternity Triage & Day Assessment Unit: Offer senior-level expertise in managing high-risk women using the BSOTS framework. Support complex decision-making in the Day Assessment Unit.
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Elective Caesarean Sections & Gynaecology Theatres: Assist in elective caesarean sections and gynaecology operations, including pre- and post-operative care and inpatient follow-up.
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Collaboration & Teamwork: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, participate in case reviews, and communicate effectively with patients and families.
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Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement: Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge, engage in audits, and contribute to protocol development to enhance service quality.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Colposcopy and Vulval Disease
- Independently performcolposcopic assessments, cervical biopsies, andLLETZ procedureswhere indicated.
- Provide expert care invulval clinics, including vulvoscopy and management of new and follow-up patients.
- Actively contribute toColposcopy MDT meetingsand collaborate with theColposcopy CNSto enhance service delivery and support training.
- Ensure timely communication of results to patients and GPs via approved Trust channels.
- Participate in regular audits to support clinical governance and service improvement.
Rapid Access and General Gynaecology Clinics
- Deliver care inGeneral Gynaecologyand2WW Rapid Access Clinicsunder indirect consultant supervision.
- Manage a personal patient list and oversee clinic administration, including GP correspondence and result follow-up.
Maternity Triage and Day Assessment Unit
- Provide senior-level expertise in managing high-risk women using theBSOTS frameworkfor standardised assessments.
- Support complex clinical decision-making in theMaternity Day Assessment Unit.
Elective Caesarean Sections and Gynaecology Theatres
- Assist inelective caesarean sections, covering pre-, intra-, and post-operative care.
- Participate ingynaecology theatre listsunder consultant supervision and follow up on inpatients as required.
Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Work closely with obstetricians, anaesthetists, midwives, and the wider healthcare team to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.
- Contribute to case reviews and multidisciplinary meetings, offering clinical insight and collaborative decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring clarity, empathy, and responsiveness.
Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
- Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and competencies inobstetrics and gynaecology, with emphasis on colposcopy and vulval disease.
- Participate in audits and contribute to the development of protocols and guidelines to enhance service quality and patient outcomes.
Please see attached detailed Job description including a proposed job plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Colposcopy and Vulval Disease
- Independently performcolposcopic assessments, cervical biopsies, andLLETZ procedureswhere indicated.
- Provide expert care invulval clinics, including vulvoscopy and management of new and follow-up patients.
- Actively contribute toColposcopy MDT meetingsand collaborate with theColposcopy CNSto enhance service delivery and support training.
- Ensure timely communication of results to patients and GPs via approved Trust channels.
- Participate in regular audits to support clinical governance and service improvement.
Rapid Access and General Gynaecology Clinics
- Deliver care inGeneral Gynaecologyand2WW Rapid Access Clinicsunder indirect consultant supervision.
- Manage a personal patient list and oversee clinic administration, including GP correspondence and result follow-up.
Maternity Triage and Day Assessment Unit
- Provide senior-level expertise in managing high-risk women using theBSOTS frameworkfor standardised assessments.
- Support complex clinical decision-making in theMaternity Day Assessment Unit.
Elective Caesarean Sections and Gynaecology Theatres
- Assist inelective caesarean sections, covering pre-, intra-, and post-operative care.
- Participate ingynaecology theatre listsunder consultant supervision and follow up on inpatients as required.
Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Work closely with obstetricians, anaesthetists, midwives, and the wider healthcare team to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.
- Contribute to case reviews and multidisciplinary meetings, offering clinical insight and collaborative decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring clarity, empathy, and responsiveness.
Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement
- Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and competencies inobstetrics and gynaecology, with emphasis on colposcopy and vulval disease.
- Participate in audits and contribute to the development of protocols and guidelines to enhance service quality and patient outcomes.
Please see attached detailed Job description including a proposed job plan.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- GMC registration
- MRCOG or equivalent
- At least 12 years' post-graduate experience out of which 6 years is in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD or MD
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the Middle-grade rota with specific experience in the NHS.
- Completion of Colposcopy Training and BSCCP Accreditation
- ATSM in Vulval Diseases
- Experience in doing general gynaecology and Rapid Access 2 Week Wait Clinics
- Teaching experience / willingness to teach medical, nursing & other staff
- Experience of audit / clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken a management course
- Understanding of the NHS and its organisation
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- GMC registration
- MRCOG or equivalent
- At least 12 years' post-graduate experience out of which 6 years is in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. PhD or MD
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the Middle-grade rota with specific experience in the NHS.
- Completion of Colposcopy Training and BSCCP Accreditation
- ATSM in Vulval Diseases
- Experience in doing general gynaecology and Rapid Access 2 Week Wait Clinics
- Teaching experience / willingness to teach medical, nursing & other staff
- Experience of audit / clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken a management course
- Understanding of the NHS and its organisation
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).