Job summary
This is a consultant post commencing immediately within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. The post has arisen an increased demand across the service.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be involved in cross-site working between the University Hospital of Hartlepool and the University Hospital of North Tees in Stockton-On-Tees and provide general obstetric and gynaecological services. The post holder will be involved in planned emergency sessions for obstetrics and gynaecology, and will participate in the on-call rota with other colleagues, supported by junior medical staff.
The post requires the skills of a generalist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. A special interest in high risk pregnancy antenatal care would be desirable. An ability to work well in a multi-professional team is an essential requirement for the post.
About us
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.
We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards.
We actively encourage staff involvement with staff networking events and staff survey
"Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"
Job description
Job responsibilities
Active participation in Undergraduate and Postgraduate training is expected.
Applicants must possess MRCOG or equivalent qualification and should be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining specialist registration at the time of interview.
The post will be offered at a 10 PA contract under the Terms and Conditions for Service for Consultants (England) 2003.
This job is unlikely to attract a work permit. Applications from candidates who require a permit to work in the UK may not be considered if there are a sufficient number of other suitable candidates.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Active participation in Undergraduate and Postgraduate training is expected.
Applicants must possess MRCOG or equivalent qualification and should be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining specialist registration at the time of interview.
The post will be offered at a 10 PA contract under the Terms and Conditions for Service for Consultants (England) 2003.
This job is unlikely to attract a work permit. Applications from candidates who require a permit to work in the UK may not be considered if there are a sufficient number of other suitable candidates.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or FRCOG or equivalent qualification
- Completed a recognised training programme in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council (London) with a licence to practice
- Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- An additional higher qualification relevant to the specialty
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all areas of Obstetrics and Gynaecology to that required of a UK CCT holder.
- Be able to demonstrate clinical experience in the management of high risk obstetrics and medical disorders in obstetrics
- Be able to operate independently on a range of surgical procedures.
Desirable
- Consultant experience
- Obstetric ATSM
Management and Adminstrative Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of principles of involvement of medical staff in management
- Willingness to participate in management duties and activities within the NHS
- Evidence of having completed the clinical audit loop
- Evidence of active participation in a quality improvement project
- Awareness of the national drivers for safety improvement in maternity services
- Understand how health service reforms affect clinical practice
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Attendance at a recognised management course
- Management qualification / degree
- Quality Improvement qualification
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability, enthusiasm and willingness to teach and mentor trainees and other staffing groups (nursing, midwifery, non-clinical managers, undergraduates)
- Knowledge of Undergraduate Medical Education
Desirable
- Medical Education qualification
- Involvement in running Undergraduate Education
Research Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical research including publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
Other Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team working.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in a clinical and non-clinical setting
- Able to organise and prioritise workload being aware and responsible of own limitation.
Desirable
- Experience in counselling.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or FRCOG or equivalent qualification
- Completed a recognised training programme in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Fully registered with the General Medical Council (London) with a licence to practice
- Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- An additional higher qualification relevant to the specialty
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all areas of Obstetrics and Gynaecology to that required of a UK CCT holder.
- Be able to demonstrate clinical experience in the management of high risk obstetrics and medical disorders in obstetrics
- Be able to operate independently on a range of surgical procedures.
Desirable
- Consultant experience
- Obstetric ATSM
Management and Adminstrative Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of principles of involvement of medical staff in management
- Willingness to participate in management duties and activities within the NHS
- Evidence of having completed the clinical audit loop
- Evidence of active participation in a quality improvement project
- Awareness of the national drivers for safety improvement in maternity services
- Understand how health service reforms affect clinical practice
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Attendance at a recognised management course
- Management qualification / degree
- Quality Improvement qualification
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability, enthusiasm and willingness to teach and mentor trainees and other staffing groups (nursing, midwifery, non-clinical managers, undergraduates)
- Knowledge of Undergraduate Medical Education
Desirable
- Medical Education qualification
- Involvement in running Undergraduate Education
Research Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical research including publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
Other Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational ability and a willingness to be flexible in accordance with the demands of team working.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in a clinical and non-clinical setting
- Able to organise and prioritise workload being aware and responsible of own limitation.
Desirable
- Experience in counselling.
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).
