Trust Doctor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Lucy McCabe/ Faiza Ansari
Position: Consultant/ College Tutor
Email: lucy.mccabe2@nhs.net/ faiza.ansari1@nhs.net

Trust Doctor/ Clinical Fellow in the department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

We are inviting applications to fill our Trust doctor/Clinical Fellow (ST3-5 equivalent) vacancy at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice at the time of application.

The post holder will work at a level equivalent to that of a ST3+ trainee. Applicants must have completed Foundation competencies either as part of the UK Foundation programme or demonstrate equivalent training. Applicants should ideally have experience at working at a ST3+ level for a minimum of 1 year ideally within the UK. Basic Life Support training is essential.

Job Summary

The above post is suitable for doctors wishing to gain clinical experience at a ST3+ level in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The post offers the successful candidate a wide range of experience in all areas of the specialty. Whilst this post is not recognised for training, the appointee will be supported by a Clinical Supervisor to meet their career and educational goals.

The post holder will contribute to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology inpatient and outpatient services as well as being part of the second on call rota with an on call frequency of 1 in 9. The post holder will predominantly work at the SJUH and LGI sites. Duties will involve but will not be limited to working on the labour ward, reviewing obstetrics and gynaecology (including early pregnancy) emergencies and looking after antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology inpatients as well as attending antenatal and gynaecology clinics. There will also be opportunities to attend elective gynaecology and obstetrics theatres.

The post holder will also be encouraged to take part in departmental teaching and quality improvement work.

Why you should join our Team

The gynaecology service is predominantly based at St James University Hospital (Chancellor Wing) and some elective gynaecology work including clinics, day case and overnight theatre and hysteroscopy also takes place at Wharfdale hospital.

The fertility service is based at Seacroft Hospital.

The maternity service is based at St James University Hospital (approximately 4,500 deliveries per year) and Leeds General Infirmary (approximately 5,000 deliveries per year).

What you will bring to the role

Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills

Have completed their post-graduate training at least to a level of an ST3 specialty doctor or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology Have valid GMC Registration at the time of application Familiarity with UK health system and NHS Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs. Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as assessed by the GMC

Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills

Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems. Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk. Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues. Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives. At least 1 year experience working at middle grade (ST3+) in UK. Be competent at Lower segment caesarean section and non-rotational operative vaginal delivery and be able to evidence competency at the time of application/interview.

Qualifications

MBBS or equivalent medical degree qualification Completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent Basic Adult Life Support training within past 12/12 MRCOG Part 1 Competencies equivalent to ST3 training

Experience

Be able to provide complete details of their employment history Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, a career in obstetrics and gynaecology as practiced in the UK

Please see the attached job description and personal specification for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are....

Responsible
Open and Honest
One Team
Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities

People
Improvement and Innovation
Partnerships
Outcomes

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.