Job summary
The Senior Clinical Fellow will work under the supervision of the Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and will:
- Provide Registrar level support to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department.
- Participate in the 1:12 ST3+ rota, including on call
- Attend ward & board rounds both with the Consultants, Specialty Training Doctors / Foundation Year 2 doctors. The post holder may also be responsible for unaccompanied ward rounds.
- Work under the supervision of and be responsible to their respective Consultant, or the on-call Consultant and, ultimately the Clinical Director.
- Contribute regularly to departmental teachings and meetings, Journal club.
- Undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergency and unforeseen circumstances.
- In case of difficulties of any kind, the post holder will seek the advice of the appropriate consultant but not expected to participate in any work beyond their level of expertise.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers.
- When not directly supervised, Consultant advice and cover is always available. In case of difficulties of any kind, the post holder will seek the advice of the appropriate consultant.
- So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties, the appointee undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Key tasks of the Post:
- The post holder will provide Registrar level support to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department.
- The appointed applicant will participate in the 1:12 ST3+ rota, including on call
- Attend ward & board rounds both with the Consultants, Specialty Training Doctors / Foundation Year 2 doctors. The post holder may also be responsible for unaccompanied ward rounds.
- Work under the supervision of and be responsible to his/her respective consultant, or the on-call consultant and, ultimately the Clinical Director.
- Regular contribution to departmental teachings and meetings, Journal club.
- Undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergency and unforeseen circumstances.
- In case of difficulties of any kind, the post holder will seek the advice of the appropriate consultant but not expected to participate in any work beyond their level of expertise.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers.
- When not directly supervised, Consultant advice and cover is always available. In case of difficulties of any kind, the post holder will seek the advice of the appropriate consultant.
- So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties, the appointee undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
- The appointee undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
About us
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 ("the 2014 Regulations") was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from 1 April 2022 unless exempt.
The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Government's decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.
As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If you're still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID-19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
The appointee will have Full UK General Medical at the time of application. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advert closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Miss Amrita Viegas
Job title: Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Email address: Amrita.viegas@ldh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
The appointee will have Full UK General Medical at the time of application. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advert closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Miss Amrita Viegas
Job title: Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Email address: Amrita.viegas@ldh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
- Evidence of achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at time of application and likelihood of achieving ST2/CT2 competences in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by the start date of the post
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Language and Communication Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with students, patients and colleagues
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English
- Applicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes
- If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence
- Effective communication skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to communicate well with colleagues, parents and children
- Empathy and sensitivity: Capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives
- Works in partnership with patients: Always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options and considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients
Desirable
- 360 feedback
- Patient survey feedback and reflections.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professional in the team
- Managing others and team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions
- Organisation and planning: capacity to organise oneself and juniors to prioritise own time management. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity
Desirable
- Able to adapt to work with employers to deliver
- Leadership skills: experience in leadership
- Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360 feedback
- Driver with a valid license or ability to arrange own transport
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCOG part 1, 2
- Post graduate Medical Diploma (MRCP/MRCS/MCEM/MRCPCH/MRCOG/MRCGP)
Desirable
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty knowledge exam
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required for the job
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
- Competent to perform instrumental delivery and uncomplicated LSCS & ERPC
Desirable
- Specialty knowledge exam / PG cert in medical education
Commitment to Clinical Governance/Improving quality of patient care
Essential
- Clinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Aware of own limitations. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit
- Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in medical student and junior doctor teaching
- Research: understanding of the principles of research
Desirable
- Research skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
- Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
- Evidence of achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at time of application and likelihood of achieving ST2/CT2 competences in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by the start date of the post
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Language and Communication Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with students, patients and colleagues
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English
- Applicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to MMC specialty training programmes
- If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence
- Effective communication skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to communicate well with colleagues, parents and children
- Empathy and sensitivity: Capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives
- Works in partnership with patients: Always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options and considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients
Desirable
- 360 feedback
- Patient survey feedback and reflections.
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professional in the team
- Managing others and team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions
- Organisation and planning: capacity to organise oneself and juniors to prioritise own time management. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity
Desirable
- Able to adapt to work with employers to deliver
- Leadership skills: experience in leadership
- Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360 feedback
- Driver with a valid license or ability to arrange own transport
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCOG part 1, 2
- Post graduate Medical Diploma (MRCP/MRCS/MCEM/MRCPCH/MRCOG/MRCGP)
Desirable
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty knowledge exam
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required for the job
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
- Competent to perform instrumental delivery and uncomplicated LSCS & ERPC
Desirable
- Specialty knowledge exam / PG cert in medical education
Commitment to Clinical Governance/Improving quality of patient care
Essential
- Clinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Aware of own limitations. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit
- Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in medical student and junior doctor teaching
- Research: understanding of the principles of research
Desirable
- Research skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
- Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.
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).
