Job summary
East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust is renowned for its commitment to the highest standards of care and its supportive, friendly approach. Located in a unique geographical area, our Trust offers both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
We're seeking dynamic professionals to join our Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust. This is a unique opportunity to be part of our mission to provide exceptional medical services.
We are dedicated to helping you advance your career with numerous opportunities to enhance your skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. In our collaborative environment, you'll work closely with a supportive team committed to delivering high standards of care. Based at Lister Hospital in Stevenage, you'll benefit from our convenient proximity to both London and Cambridge.
Main duties of the job
This role is for a Middle Grade Doctor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. It is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for 6 months, with a 1:14 middle graderota covering Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
While this is not a training post, we provide ample opportunities to develop your expertise in all areas of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Enjoy a friendly and collaborative workplace where your contributions are valued.
Applicants must hold full GMC registration and a license to practice. We are open to part-time, or job share applications.
About us
At East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, we are proud of the range of general and specialist services we provide and our 6,000 or so dedicated staff ensure our patients get the best care. Our ability to be flexible and innovative in the way in which we work and deliver our services to our catchment has never been more important than it is now.
We run the following hospitals:
- The Lister Hospital, Stevenage
- New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII), Welwyn Garden City
- Hertford County, Hertford
- Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC), Northwood
We have ambitious plans to become an outstanding, patient-led Trust where dedicated staff provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. We continue to undergo significant transformation and our staff and patients are at the heart of delivering this ambitious agenda.
We are committed to a positive work life balance for our employees. This means that any employee is entitled to seek to work flexible working patterns and we are committed to listen and consider all requests. Such requests, of course, have to be made and considered formally, and will need to be balanced against service needs, but our starting point will always be to find ways to support making them happen.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Gynaecology theatre sessions
- Specialist Gynaecological clinics
- Participation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology emergency care
- To participate in the departments teaching, audit, and educational activities.
- Day to day running of the emergency Gynaecology, labour ward, obstetric wards, antenatal clinic
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Gynaecology theatre sessions
- Specialist Gynaecological clinics
- Participation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology emergency care
- To participate in the departments teaching, audit, and educational activities.
- Day to day running of the emergency Gynaecology, labour ward, obstetric wards, antenatal clinic
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification applicant pack for further detailed information regarding this role
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Hold a current licence to practice from the General Medical Council
- MRCOG part 2 or qualification of an equivalent level
Desirable
- Postgraduate academic degree
- College Fellowship
Knowledge
Essential
Previous Experience
Essential
- Recognition of and ability to undertake the initial management of an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrate aptitude for practical skills e.g., hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
- Demonstrate an interest in, commitment to and have broad experience in obstetrics & gynaecology
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
Desirable
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Up to date and fit to practice safely and aware of own training needs.
- Evidence of engagement with appraisal and revalidation
Skills
Essential
- Able to evidence engagement with clinical governance and the identification of errors and the learning from errors
- Able to show situational awareness and application of good decision making
- Can evidence leading on patient safety issues and achieving a change in practice.
- Experience of supervising undergraduates, doctors in training and other colleagues.
Desirable
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Experience in organising educational activities.
Other requirements
Essential
- Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
- Role model our trust values every day
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Hold a current licence to practice from the General Medical Council
- MRCOG part 2 or qualification of an equivalent level
Desirable
- Postgraduate academic degree
- College Fellowship
Knowledge
Essential
Previous Experience
Essential
- Recognition of and ability to undertake the initial management of an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrate aptitude for practical skills e.g., hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
- Demonstrate an interest in, commitment to and have broad experience in obstetrics & gynaecology
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
Desirable
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Up to date and fit to practice safely and aware of own training needs.
- Evidence of engagement with appraisal and revalidation
Skills
Essential
- Able to evidence engagement with clinical governance and the identification of errors and the learning from errors
- Able to show situational awareness and application of good decision making
- Can evidence leading on patient safety issues and achieving a change in practice.
- Experience of supervising undergraduates, doctors in training and other colleagues.
Desirable
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Experience in organising educational activities.
Other requirements
Essential
- Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
- Role model our trust values every day
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).
