Job summary
The post holder will be expected to carry out a range of duties encompassing many aspects of Women's Health Service. These duties may include labour ward, elective caesarean sections lists, duties within the early pregnancy advisory unit, gynaecology outpatients and inpatients,Postnatal ward, antenatal clinic and theatre lists as well as audit, research and teaching.
The post is for 48 hours per week in the hospital in the employment of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.There is an on call commitment on the 2nd on call rota, this is a full shift rota including blocks of nights and weekend working.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to carry out a range of duties encompassing many aspects of Women's Health Service. These duties may include labour ward, elective caesarean sections lists, duties within the early pregnancy advisory unit, gynaecology outpatients and inpatients,Postnatal ward, antenatal clinic and theatre lists as well as audit, research and teaching.
The post is for 48 hours per week in the hospital in the employment of East LancashireHospitals NHS Trust.There is an on call commitment on the 2nd on call rota, this is a full shift rota including blocks of nights.
About us
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit comprises of 2 Obstetric Wards, a Maternity Day Assessment Unit, a Birth Suite with 20 rooms (3 of which have pools), 3 Obstetric Theatres and an Early Pregnancy Advisory Unit. Within the Gynaecology Services there is a purpose built day-casefacility and Gynaecology Ward, plus a Gynaecological Assessment Unit where all gynaecologicalemergencies are triaged. The Urogynaecology Service has an international reputation for excellence and you will have the opportunity to work alongside the Consultants delivering outpatient services which include Fertility, Hysteroscopy, Oncology and Colposcopy. The facilities for Colposcopy are in a purpose designed suite which would be suitable for other outpatient procedures. The department currently has 3 dedicated operating theatres. Equipment is available for advanced minimal access surgery. There is excellent support from consultants in other specialities. Full laboratory, radiology and pharmacy services are available within the hospital.The department provides a large range of Obstetric and Gynaecological services. There are more than 6,000 deliveries a year and approximately 11,000 Gynaecology referrals each year between the 14 Consultants. There is a Community Gynaecologist who runs a Pregnancy Advisory Service, dealing with a further 900 referrals a year
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to carry out a range of duties encompassing many aspects of Womens Health Service. These duties may include labour ward, elective caesarean sections lists, duties within the early pregnancy advisory unit, gynaecology outpatients and inpatients,Postnatal ward, antenatal clinic and theatre lists as well as audit, research and teaching.
The post is for 48 hours per week in the hospital in the employment of East LancashireHospitals NHS Trust.There is an on call commitment on the 2nd on call rota, this is a full shift rota including blocks of nights.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to carry out a range of duties encompassing many aspects of Womens Health Service. These duties may include labour ward, elective caesarean sections lists, duties within the early pregnancy advisory unit, gynaecology outpatients and inpatients,Postnatal ward, antenatal clinic and theatre lists as well as audit, research and teaching.
The post is for 48 hours per week in the hospital in the employment of East LancashireHospitals NHS Trust.There is an on call commitment on the 2nd on call rota, this is a full shift rota including blocks of nights.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC and a licence to practise
- MRCOG part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently
- Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Experience of second on call
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Undertaken previous audits in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to teaching trainees in the department
Personal
Essential
- Excellent patient communication and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to present oneself in an organised and professional manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC and a licence to practise
- MRCOG part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work independently
- Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Experience of second on call
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Undertaken previous audits in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to teaching trainees in the department
Personal
Essential
- Excellent patient communication and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to present oneself in an organised and professional manner
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).
