Job summary
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a specialist interest in Urogynacology
We are looking to appoint a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a special interest in Urogynaecology. We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual who wishes to join our well-established and dedicated multidisciplinary team.
There will be a requirement for Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-call for this post on a 1:7.5 basis.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must have Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice and be on the Specialist register or within 3 months of obtaining registration at the time of interview.
Applicants must have ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or equivalent experience and an ATSM in urogynaecology or equivalent practice.
This post will include sessions in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology including antenatal clinics, urogynaecology clinics and benign gynaecology clinics and theatre operating lists.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job description and associated responsibilities of the post are available in the attached document along with the person specification.
The need to maintain a quality, effective local service that is sustainable, is a key driver for the specialty. This includes the need for patients to have timely access to all areas of the service and meeting national targets by developing new ways of working. The post will also support the ongoing delivery of 40 hours prospective consultant cover on the labour ward and the non-resident consultant on call rota for obstetrics and gynaecology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job description and associated responsibilities of the post are available in the attached document along with the person specification.
The need to maintain a quality, effective local service that is sustainable, is a key driver for the specialty. This includes the need for patients to have timely access to all areas of the service and meeting national targets by developing new ways of working. The post will also support the ongoing delivery of 40 hours prospective consultant cover on the labour ward and the non-resident consultant on call rota for obstetrics and gynaecology.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- ATSM or equivalent training in urogynaecology
Desirable
- Training/ experience in investigatory techniques
- Experience of designing and implementing quality improvement projects
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- ATSM or equivalent training in urogynaecology
Desirable
- Training/ experience in investigatory techniques
- Experience of designing and implementing quality improvement projects
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).
