Locum Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Job summary

The Obstetrics & Gynaecology services for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) are currently site based and this post will be based in Princess of Wales Hospital but there is expectation that the successful candidate will work across sites. The service is delivered as two separate Consultant units (Prince Charles Hospital and Princess of Wales Hospital) and one Midwifery led unit (Royal Glamorgan Hospital). Some Obstetric and Gynaecology services for the Princess of Wales Unit are also delivered in Maesteg Community Hospital and Neath Port Talbot Hospital.

This post is fixed term for up to 12 months to meet the needs of the department.The Princess of Wales consultant Obstetric unit delivers around 2500 women per annum and is the main receiving hospital for transfers from the Midwifery-led unit in Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ynysmaerdy, Talbot Green. The number of deliveries in the unit is likely to rise over the next few years with the population increases in the surrounding area.

Main duties of the job

You will provide a clinical service, with colleagues, which will include the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness. Working with Consultant colleagues and the multi-professional team you will have continuing responsibility for the well-being of all patients under your care; allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff. In partnership with clinical and managerial colleagues you will also have responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective functioning of the services in which you work in line with the values, operational policies and integrated medium term plan (IMTP) of the Health Board. You are encouraged to consider how services can be improved and to report any concerns about safety.You will be required to adhere to the principles of good medical practice as laid down by the General Medical Council.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.