Job summary
The Urogynaecology unit at RDH site comprises of 3 consultants - Mr J Dasgupta and Miss B Purwar (Subspecialist Urogynaecologists) and Mr B Biswas (Urogynaecologist) and 2 Specialist nurses; and at QHB site: Miss N Chikhes, Urogynaecology consultants. Both the units are BSUG accredited and regularly submit their data to the BSUG database with excellent secretarial support.
RDH site provides a tertiary care Urogynaecology service, with referrals from neighbouring trusts and performing laparoscopic Urogynaecology procedures (about 25 cases of lap Colposuspension and 10 Sacro colpopexies per year), and Autologous Fascial Slings (10 per year). This unit performs a huge number of different reconstructive vaginal surgeries (around 300) for prolapse, including sacrospinous fixation; Injectables (BOTOX and urethral bulking agent) for DO and SUI, joint operative work with colorectal surgeons and urologists if required and agreed through MDT meetings. ICIQ validated questionnaires are always collected pre and post operatively and submitted to audit database.
The unit has got several projects ready to undertake once the successful candidate is in post.
Our commitment to continuing education & training is demonstrated by the development of the multi-disciplinary purpose-built Education Centre; that has brought together the latest facilities & teaching techniques under one roof & helps to strengthen our academic links.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake clinical sessions with duties within Obstetrics and Gynaecology as well as Emergency/On-call in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. When on call during the daytime, the post holder will be included in the SpR on call rota covering Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The post holder will also participate in an emergency OOHs shift rota.
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants must possess MRCOG qualification, Specialty Registrar Year 3 or above (or equivalent) experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology & be able to provide evidence of a Personal Development Plan & Log Book.
The post holder will be expected to perform research as well performing regular clinical sessions. Whilst this post is for an initial period of one year it is expected that the successful applicant will generate publications during this period. It is possible to extend this contract depending upon the candidates abilities and departmental needs to formalise this research to achieve a higher degree of MD/ PhD. There are a few provisional clinical research projects are in place in the field of Urogynaecology related to: the outcome of Obstetrics Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASIs), Laparoscopic Colposuspension and rectocele repair & management of defecatory problem.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants must possess MRCOG qualification, Specialty Registrar Year 3 or above (or equivalent) experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology & be able to provide evidence of a Personal Development Plan & Log Book.
The post holder will be expected to perform research as well performing regular clinical sessions. Whilst this post is for an initial period of one year it is expected that the successful applicant will generate publications during this period. It is possible to extend this contract depending upon the candidates abilities and departmental needs to formalise this research to achieve a higher degree of MD/ PhD. There are a few provisional clinical research projects are in place in the field of Urogynaecology related to: the outcome of Obstetrics Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASIs), Laparoscopic Colposuspension and rectocele repair & management of defecatory problem.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- oMBBS (or recognised equivalent)
- oFull GMC registration with a licence to practice at time of application
- oMRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- oCTG training
- oBasic surgical skills training
- oCompletion of a foundation programme or written evidence of equivalent foundation competencies
- oMinimum of 12 months experience within a UK Healthcare setting
- oEvidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- oSatisfies the RCOG curriculum matrix for ST3 or above in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ability to evidence Personal Development Plan & Log Book.
- oExperience of supervising juniors
- oEvidence of participation/presentation in audit and research
Desirable
- oExperience of working on a middle grade rota in the NHS
- oExperience of statistical analysis
- oPeer reviewed publications
- oAcademic poster presentations
- oEvidence of supporting junior trainees through projects
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- oMBBS (or recognised equivalent)
- oFull GMC registration with a licence to practice at time of application
- oMRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- oCTG training
- oBasic surgical skills training
- oCompletion of a foundation programme or written evidence of equivalent foundation competencies
- oMinimum of 12 months experience within a UK Healthcare setting
- oEvidence of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- oSatisfies the RCOG curriculum matrix for ST3 or above in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ability to evidence Personal Development Plan & Log Book.
- oExperience of supervising juniors
- oEvidence of participation/presentation in audit and research
Desirable
- oExperience of working on a middle grade rota in the NHS
- oExperience of statistical analysis
- oPeer reviewed publications
- oAcademic poster presentations
- oEvidence of supporting junior trainees through projects
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).
