Job summary
The post will be based in the department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. There will be an average of 8 PAs of direct clinical care (including out-of-hours work), and 2 PAs allocated for supporting professional activities (SPA). As a senior employee of the Trust, you will work in close cooperation with, and support, clinical, medical, professional, and managerial colleagues in delivering high-quality, safe healthcare to patients. The postholder will also be expected to contribute to the Trust's strategic aim of expanding specialist services, including a dedicated vulval service as part of gynaecology outpatient care.
Integral to these responsibilities is the following:
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The provision of a first-class service.
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Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty.
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Active involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
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Undertaking all work in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, including the Code of Behaviour.
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Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of Homerton's business plans.
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Contributing to the management of the clinical service and service development.
Main duties of the job
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Provide a consultant-led outpatient service in general gynaecology, with a subspecialty focus in one or more of the following: vulval disease, urogynaecology, hysteroscopy, acute gynaecology, cancer diagnostics, or colposcopy. A particular emphasis will be placed on developing and delivering a high-quality vulval service.
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Support gynaecology operating lists, including cross-cover where required, to meet increasing service demand.
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Deliver obstetric care, including antenatal clinics and elective caesarean sections.
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Participate in the consultant first-on-call rota (1 in 8 weekdays); no weekend on-call, but with commitment to weekend clinics/day surgery on a 1 in 7 basis.
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Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and contribute to the ongoing development of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Fertility services.
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Take an active role in clinical governance, training of junior doctors, nurses, and midwives, and contribute to service improvement initiatives, including GIRFT and outpatient transformation.
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Fulfil a 10 PA job plan with full clinic templates and on-site presence, responsive to evolving service needs.
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Contribute to the Trust's key performance indicators, patient experience targets, and capacity management within outpatient and theatre settings.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's specialist register or a Specialist Registrar who is within 6 months of being admitted to the GMC's specialist register by date of interview
- MRCOG or equivalent post- graduate qualification
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD, PhD)
Relevant experience In specialty/subspecialty
Essential
- Clinical training in basic minimal access surgery and outpatient gynaecology procedures o Vulval ATSM/ SITM or other relevant qualification o Advanced labour ward ATSM or core curriculum 2024 Demonstrated ability to independently manage routine benign surgical cases with confidence and competence
Desirable
- o Vulval Disease SITM o Menopause SITM o Adolescent gynaecology SITM
Clinical skills
Essential
- Hysteroscopy o Face to face and virtual consultation o Minimal access Gynaecology surgery o Past and Ongoing obstetric on call and caesarean sections experiences in a busy NHS maternity unit are essential
Desirable
- Ultrasound scanning Colposcopy Vulval disease management Laparoscopy
Leadership and professionalism
Essential
- Personal integrity and commitment o Flexible approach to cover needs of the service o Empathetic approach both with patients and staff o Ability to conduct difficult conversations o Ability to lead teams and change processes o Understanding the need for and practicing accurate and prompt medical record keeping
Desirable
- Familiar with current national initiatives particularly in relation to women's health
Management skills
Essential
- Awareness of the business targets of the service and an understanding of the Consultant role within these
- Understanding the need for and practicing accurate activity recording and clinical coding
Desirable
- Management o f team or programme or project
Teaching & training
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
- HEE accredited educational supervisors' course
Desirable
- Experience of educational supervision, teaching skills.
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of contribution to effective quality improvement and clinical risk management
Desirable
- RCA and Human factors training
Research
Essential
- Understanding of principles and application of clinical research
Desirable
- Publication of peer reviewed papers
Communication skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English. IT skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Computer skills course/certificate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's specialist register or a Specialist Registrar who is within 6 months of being admitted to the GMC's specialist register by date of interview
- MRCOG or equivalent post- graduate qualification
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD, PhD)
Relevant experience In specialty/subspecialty
Essential
- Clinical training in basic minimal access surgery and outpatient gynaecology procedures o Vulval ATSM/ SITM or other relevant qualification o Advanced labour ward ATSM or core curriculum 2024 Demonstrated ability to independently manage routine benign surgical cases with confidence and competence
Desirable
- o Vulval Disease SITM o Menopause SITM o Adolescent gynaecology SITM
Clinical skills
Essential
- Hysteroscopy o Face to face and virtual consultation o Minimal access Gynaecology surgery o Past and Ongoing obstetric on call and caesarean sections experiences in a busy NHS maternity unit are essential
Desirable
- Ultrasound scanning Colposcopy Vulval disease management Laparoscopy
Leadership and professionalism
Essential
- Personal integrity and commitment o Flexible approach to cover needs of the service o Empathetic approach both with patients and staff o Ability to conduct difficult conversations o Ability to lead teams and change processes o Understanding the need for and practicing accurate and prompt medical record keeping
Desirable
- Familiar with current national initiatives particularly in relation to women's health
Management skills
Essential
- Awareness of the business targets of the service and an understanding of the Consultant role within these
- Understanding the need for and practicing accurate activity recording and clinical coding
Desirable
- Management o f team or programme or project
Teaching & training
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
- HEE accredited educational supervisors' course
Desirable
- Experience of educational supervision, teaching skills.
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of contribution to effective quality improvement and clinical risk management
Desirable
- RCA and Human factors training
Research
Essential
- Understanding of principles and application of clinical research
Desirable
- Publication of peer reviewed papers
Communication skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English. IT skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Computer skills course/certificate
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).
