Job summary
Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology- Antenatal Care & High Risk ObstetricsAn opportunity has arisen to join our team of enthusiastic, motivated and committed Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, contributing towards enhancing maternal safety within our unit.The post is a new role following successful allocation of national funding following the Ockenden bid process. The successful candidate will have a strong obstetric focus, and be able to demonstrate experience and interest in high risk obstetrics. A complementary interest in maternal medicine would also be of advantage and lend support to the existing consultant body in their provision of obstetric services.
Applicants will have completed CCT or equivalent (CESR) and must be on the Specialist Register
Main duties of the job
The key duties and responsibilities of the post will be: Clinical Leadership and administrative responsibility for the proper functioning of the Obstetric and Gynaecology Department Develop standards, procedures and robust systems in the department to ensure safe, high quality and efficient patient care from the point of entry into the department to admission or discharge from the department Supervision of the junior medical staff in the Unit who will have opportunity to learn on a one to one basis on both formal and informal rounds and also on ad hoc basis throughout the day Risk Management activity to ensure the safe and quality care of women and their families An active part in educational programmes for junior medical staff, including formal teaching sessions and clinical audits relevant to the needs of the Unit To teach and train staff in other medical disciplines, nursing and support staff as appropriate Maintain an up to date job plan and personal development plan Register and participate in the appropriate CPD scheme with the RCOG Issuing of advice to GPs on suitability of patients for admission to hospitalThe consultant's role will initially be developed in collaboration with the Clinical Lead for the Obstetric and Gynaecology Department.
About us
We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with colleagues to provide a Consultant-led service with the highest standard of care Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelines Develop and maintain good working practices with wards, out-patients and the Obstetric & Gynaecology Department Collaborate and promote close working links with colleagues, other departments and primary care Offer educational, clinical support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary Ensure appropriate information is made available to staff to measure clinical performance and enable meaningful benchmarks to be established and evaluated within your area of responsibility Ensure there is a robust process for reviewing the quality of services provided, explaining the causes of success and failure and ensure the highest standards are maintained Provide a role model of professional leadership, which underpins the corporate values and behaviours agreed by the organisation, ensuring these are understood and demonstrated by the medical workforce within your area and take remedial action where poor behaviour are demonstrated Ensure that junior doctors training confirms to College requirements Participate in the appraisal of medical staff within the department in line with the Trusts agree policyMentoring is offered to new and current consultant employees of the Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG or equivalent
- Training & experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT
- Entry onto the Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or within 6 months of CCT date at interview
- ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or equivalent
Desirable
- MOET/ALSO or equivalent training
- PROMPT trained and faculty
- ATSM in fetal or maternal medicine
- ATSM in Antenatal Care/ High Risk Pregnancy or equivalent
- ATSM in Labour Ward Lead
Experience
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills and experience in the management of labour and high risk antenatal care
- Evidence of having undertaken audit work that has brought about change
- Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching
- Able to perform laparoscopic treatment of ectopic pregnancy
Desirable
- Demonstration of Gynaecological experience in line with job specification
- Special Interest in aspects of Gynaecology to support the department
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to lead and work as part of multi-disciplinary team
- Participation in training & supervision of junior medical staff/medical students/staff from other disciplines
- Experience in teaching
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in Obstetric Governance and Risk Management, and Maternity Transformation Programme
- Published research in peer reviewed journal
- Experience in role as educational supervisor
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ipswich
Ipswich
IP4 5PD