Job summary
Applications are invited for the appointment to a substantive post as Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with special interest in Maternal Medicine, at Buckinghamshire Hospitals NHS Trust, based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. The post will comprise 10.0 PA and is non-resident on call.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join a friendly and progressive Obstetrics and Gynaecology department. We are looking to recruit someone with ATSM in Maternal Medicine (or equivalent SITMs) to support and develop maternal medicine pathways with our local and regional unit. Our Foetal Medicine Unit, led by a sub-specialist provides a comprehensive range of services for a DGH.

As there is a gynaecological component to the job it would be desirable to have gynaecological skills to support this.

Please see Candidate Pack for further information on the role and about our organisation: https://buckshealthcare.pagetiger.com/obs-and-gynae/obs-and-gynae-maternal-medicine

Main duties of the job
We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the provision of high quality, patient centred care that meets the needs of women and their families

We are looking for an enthusiastic Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who will help in supporting and developing the Maternal Medicine service. The successful applicant will have a job plan based on 10 PA. You will be expected to manage complex antenatal patients and medical complications of pregnancy and offer a service for acute and elective Obstetrics. There is a gynaecological component to the current job plan.

Please see Candidate Pack for further information on the role and about our organisation:https://buckshealthcare.pagetiger.com/obs-and-gynae/obs-and-gynae-maternal-medicine

About us
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful applicant will be expected to:

• provide high quality patient centred Consultant led obstetrics and gynaecology services.
• provide a range of clinical services across both obstetrics and gynaecology, including labour ward cover, antenatal clinics, emergency gynaecology, general gynaecology outpatient clinics, and gynaecological surgery sessions.
• be fully involved with the teaching and training of medical staff within the Department and to work closely with the RCOG College Tutor in this respect.
• take part in the induction programme for resident medical staff, participate in GP training and teaching of medical students as required.
• participate in the recruitment of resident medical staff as required.
• ensure proper delegation to and training of resident medical and nursing staff.
• participate in the Consultant on call rota, with internal cover.
• undertake administrative and managerial duties associated with the post including attendance at and contributing to departmental meetings.
• participate in consultant appraisal, audits and academic events in continuing professional development (CPD)

Please see Candidate Pack for further information on the role and about our organisation: https://buckshealthcare.pagetiger.com/obs-and-gynae/obs-and-gynae-maternal-medicine

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration with the GMC
• Possession of MRCOG or equivalent
• CCT in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and on GMC's Specialist Register or have a written confirmation of eligibility for Specialist Registration.
• ATSM Maternal Medicine or SITM equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD
• MOET or equivalent within the last 4 years
• ATSM - Medical Education

Experience and Training
Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to the required for a UK CCT
• Statement regarding appropriate training and experience including that relating to a specialist skills

Desirable

• Evidence of experience in Gynaecological Surgery

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit
• Able to support with clinical governance in practice and demonstrate understanding of governance principles

Desirable

• Involvement in guideline development
• Evidence of involvement in a quality improvement project

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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).

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).