Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Grade Registrar - Obstetrics & Gynaecology

The closing date is 07 July 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited to join our Obstetric & Gynaecology Department at Dorset County Hospital. We are a busy unit, managing a wide rural geographical area. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic doctor who has a minimum of two years experience at Registrar Level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift, which is EWTD compliant. The Trust Doctor will be attending major inpatient operating lists to enhance / develop their surgical skills in abdominal and vaginal open surgery. You will be covering Labour ward, Gynaecology Ward, antenatal care clinics and day case surgery.

You will benefit from working alongside a team of 10 Consultants with special interests in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and learning from their skills. We have a broad range of training opportunities available and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development, including training in non-clinical aspects of the post. The post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work across both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, covering Labour Ward, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the Day Assessment Triage Units and the Early Pregnancy Unit. This includes being responsible for the care of patients admitted to obstetric and gynaecology beds within Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the Consultants.

To be competent in medical and general obstetric and gynaecological procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor. This includes ability to manage Labour Ward under indirect Consultant supervision, be competent in all caesarean section categories, instrumental deliveries, 3rd degree perineal tear repair and management of obstetric emergencies.

To assume clinical responsibility under the supervision of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist for the management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological disorders. They will assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,909 to £61,825 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-MD2546OG

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application, please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact the recruitment team at recruitment.medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

We are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application, please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact the recruitment team at recruitment.medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

We are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCOG Part 1

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3
  • Additional relevant qualifications

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of two years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Competent to manage labour ward independently at Registrar level without direct supervision
  • Able to manage common obstetric and acute gynaecological emergencies
  • Evidence Evidence of understanding of audit principles, clinical governance and patient safety.

Desirable

  • UK experience at Obs & Gynae Registrar Level
  • Completion of Obs & Gynae Audit
  • Teaching / presentation / research experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent communications skills in English
  • Evidence of good team working skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • RCOG Basic Practical Skills Course
  • RCOG ROBuST Course
Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCOG Part 1

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3
  • Additional relevant qualifications

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of two years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Competent to manage labour ward independently at Registrar level without direct supervision
  • Able to manage common obstetric and acute gynaecological emergencies
  • Evidence Evidence of understanding of audit principles, clinical governance and patient safety.

Desirable

  • UK experience at Obs & Gynae Registrar Level
  • Completion of Obs & Gynae Audit
  • Teaching / presentation / research experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent communications skills in English
  • Evidence of good team working skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • RCOG Basic Practical Skills Course
  • RCOG ROBuST Course

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Business Manager

Claire McFarland

claire.mcfarland-parsons@dchft.nhs.uk

01305255888

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,909 to £61,825 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-MD2546OG

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


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