Job summary
Locum Consultant in Gynaecology
The appointment is for a 12-month fixed term 10 PA Locum Consultant Gynaecologist with an interest in 2WW management. The post is based at St Michael's Hospital with a day each week in Weston General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
You will join a cohesive and friendly team of 35 consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology. The appointee will be an experienced gynaecologist with who has completed the RCOG benign Gynae ATSM. Additional ATSMs complementary to the existing department would be welcomed. The appointee will be an experienced gynaecological surgeon, and expertise in minimal access surgery is essential. A demonstrable track record in managing diagnostic pathways for suspected gynaecological cancer is essential, and commitment to research is desirable.
The post includes 2WW clinics and general gynaecology clinics, a lead coordinator role and referral triage time for 2WW management, and operating lists at St Michael's Hospital. There is a non-resident (1 in 13) on call covering gynaecology only.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust, committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for specialist registration within 6 months or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
Desirable
- Higher degree (MD/PhD)
- RCOG ATSM in specialisms complementary to the existing consultant team
- ATSM in Gynaecology Oncology
Experience
Essential
- A thorough and broad training in obstetrics and gynaecology
- To have completed the RCOG basic and core log books or equivalent
- To be able to take responsibility for delivering the service without direct supervision
- Ability to take full and independent care of gynaecological problems arising as emergencies
- Ability to develop and deliver a rapid access service for suspected cancer within cancer wait times
- Ability to perform general gynaecological surgery independently
Desirable
- Broad range of IT skills
- Willingness to develop a special interest within the department complementary to other members of the team
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in governance and audit
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically appraise clinical evidence and its application to patient care
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the research profile of the department
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience in the organisation, delivery and/or assessment in undergraduate and postgraduate education
Desirable
- Ability to develop and deliver educational courses on a regional and national level
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a gynaecology servic
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
- Ability to change/project manage
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Essential
- Ability to present ideas and visions effectively to an audience using a variety of methods and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to work harmoniously and efficiently in a multidisciplinary team, to undertake and to delegate responsibility
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for specialist registration within 6 months or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
Desirable
- Higher degree (MD/PhD)
- RCOG ATSM in specialisms complementary to the existing consultant team
- ATSM in Gynaecology Oncology
Experience
Essential
- A thorough and broad training in obstetrics and gynaecology
- To have completed the RCOG basic and core log books or equivalent
- To be able to take responsibility for delivering the service without direct supervision
- Ability to take full and independent care of gynaecological problems arising as emergencies
- Ability to develop and deliver a rapid access service for suspected cancer within cancer wait times
- Ability to perform general gynaecological surgery independently
Desirable
- Broad range of IT skills
- Willingness to develop a special interest within the department complementary to other members of the team
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in governance and audit
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically appraise clinical evidence and its application to patient care
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the research profile of the department
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience in the organisation, delivery and/or assessment in undergraduate and postgraduate education
Desirable
- Ability to develop and deliver educational courses on a regional and national level
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a gynaecology servic
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
- Ability to change/project manage
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Essential
- Ability to present ideas and visions effectively to an audience using a variety of methods and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to work harmoniously and efficiently in a multidisciplinary team, to undertake and to delegate responsibility
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).
