Job summary
We are seeking two enthusiastic and experienced Specialty Doctors / Post-CCT Fellows to join our busy and progressive Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Homerton Healthcare. You will work within a supportive, high-acuity tertiary service providing outstanding care to a diverse patient population.
These posts are ideal for doctors who are either post-CCT or within 12 months of completing training and looking to gain additional skills and experience in both elective and emergency gynaecology, with opportunities to develop towards a Consultant role or to work toward CESR completion.
The successful candidates will join a well-established team of 16 Consultants, 4 Post-CCT Fellows, 17 Specialist Registrars / Trust Clinical Fellows, and 16 SHO/FY2 doctors.
Main duties of the job
This post offers an excellent opportunity to strengthen your clinical and managerial experience in preparation for a consultant position. You will undertake independent gynaecology clinics, lead elective Caesarean section lists, and contribute to the 'Advice and Guidance' service. There are opportunities to develop special interests in Colposcopy and Vulvoscopy, depending on accreditation and service needs.
Our Gynaecology service includes subspecialty expertise in:
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Endometriosis (designated centre)
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Complex abortion care (tertiary referral centre)
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Colposcopy, urogynaecology, vulval disease, perineal disorders
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Acute gynaecology and outpatient hysteroscopy
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Early pregnancy and fertility services
The 4 Specialty Doctors/Post-CCT Fellows participate in a 1:4 full shift rota, providing Senior Registrar-level night cover alongside another registrar and two SHOs, with a non-resident consultant on call after 22:00.
Example weekly structure:Combination of theatres, clinics, SPA, and 'Advice and Guidance' sessions, including regular night shifts (fixed weekday and weekend nights).
Additional Information
This is a fixed-term post for12 months, with the possibility of extension for a further 12 months.
The role isnot compliant with the minimum 46-hour rest period before and after transition between day and night shifts, as per the 2021 Specialty Doctor Contract.
Prospective cover for annual leave is not provided.
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 the GMC's Specialist Register or within 12 months of being admitted to the GMC's Specialist Register
- MRCOG
Clinical Experience
Essential
- 4 years' experience at Registrar-grade level in the NHS
- ST7 competencies or equivalent experience
- ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward
- ATSM in Early Pregnancy & Acute Gynaecology OR ATSM in Benign Abdominal Surgery (Open and Laparoscopic)
Desirable
- Experience in either urogynaecology, vulval disorders, colposcopy, or oncology
Clinical skills
Essential
- Delivery Suite skills in a high risk setting
- Ability to deal with emergency gynaecology theatre cases independently
- Ability to make and implement management plans in an elective gynaecological setting
Desirable
- Competent at outpatient hysteroscopy
Clinical governance
Essential
- Ability to maintain high quality clinical records
- Evidence of effective quality improvement and clinical risk management
- Knowledge of NHS Clinical Governance Framework
Desirable
- Experience in developing guidelines
- Human Factors training
Audit and Research
Essential
- Clinical Audit Experience
- Understanding of principles and application of clinical research
Desirable
- Relevant research experience
- Publication of peer reviewed papers
Teaching Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- Train the trainers course
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity in written and spoken English.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues; including the ability to listen, persuade, negotiate and problem solve
Desirable
- Experience in providing feedback/ undertaking debriefs
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On the GMC's Specialist Register or within 12 months of being admitted to the GMC's Specialist Register
- MRCOG
Clinical Experience
Essential
- 4 years' experience at Registrar-grade level in the NHS
- ST7 competencies or equivalent experience
- ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward
- ATSM in Early Pregnancy & Acute Gynaecology OR ATSM in Benign Abdominal Surgery (Open and Laparoscopic)
Desirable
- Experience in either urogynaecology, vulval disorders, colposcopy, or oncology
Clinical skills
Essential
- Delivery Suite skills in a high risk setting
- Ability to deal with emergency gynaecology theatre cases independently
- Ability to make and implement management plans in an elective gynaecological setting
Desirable
- Competent at outpatient hysteroscopy
Clinical governance
Essential
- Ability to maintain high quality clinical records
- Evidence of effective quality improvement and clinical risk management
- Knowledge of NHS Clinical Governance Framework
Desirable
- Experience in developing guidelines
- Human Factors training
Audit and Research
Essential
- Clinical Audit Experience
- Understanding of principles and application of clinical research
Desirable
- Relevant research experience
- Publication of peer reviewed papers
Teaching Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- Train the trainers course
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity in written and spoken English.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues; including the ability to listen, persuade, negotiate and problem solve
Desirable
- Experience in providing feedback/ undertaking debriefs
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).
