Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join an cohesive, experienced and growing consultant O&G team at the RUH Bath.The maternity service has approximately 5,000 deliveries per year with 400 of these delivering in one of the three community maternity units. The Gynaecology department provides approximately 5000 outpatient attendances per year with 2000 day case and in-patient procedures. There is a tertiary level gynaecological oncology service, a uro-gynaecology service as well as a reproductive medicine service.

The successful applicant will take up a fixed term Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist role. The role will include non-resident and resident on call duties, ANC, GOPD and emergency gynaecology and minor treatment clinics and gynaecology theatre sessions. All areas of specialist interest will be considered for support. There will be the opportunity to have dedicated operating sessions with a senior consultant to develop gynaecological surgical skills if needed. Candidates who have not yet obtained CCT will be considered.

An interest in research and teaching is expected with participation in projects, courses, etc. to enhance the standing and role of the department and trust is encouraged. There are regular departmental meetings and research links with the University of Bath, University of Exeter and through the Bath School of Postgraduate Medicine.

Main duties of the job

The post will be based at the RUH and the holder will participate in audit and directorate meetings and undertake administrative duties as required by the Lead Clinician of O and G.

Candidates who have not yet obtained CCT will be considered and will be considered to participate on the middle grade on-call rota.

A commitment to maintain professional expertise by attendance at meetings and courses is expected, and completion of diaries for CME is essential. It is also essential that you have an annual appraisal.

An interest in research and teaching is expected with participation in projects, courses, etc. to enhance the standing and role of the Department and Trust.

Attendance at, and organisation of, meetings is expected.

The post holder will be expected to cover for colleagues when absent or on leave.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.