Job summarySpecialty Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Fixed term - 12 monthsThis is an exciting opportunity to join the friendly and supportive Obstetrics and Gynaecology Team at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust.
The posts give opportunity and support for training in specialty and special interests within the department as well as the opportunity to undertake Quality Improvement projects by mutual agreement to suit the individual. The posts are particularly suitable for doctors experienced in obstetrics and gynaecology, who are looking for more experience aiming to enter specialist training or to support CESR, and will provide clinical experience on the 2nd on call tier.
The post holders will be supported by, and work in conjunction with, the consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology, working alongside the other second on call doctors, junior medical team and nursing and midwifery colleagues. There is an on-call commitment on the 2nd on call rota; therefore, a minimum of 3 years obstetrics and gynaecology experience is required with 12 months 2nd on call preferably a minimum of 6 months clinical experience in the UK.
Main duties of the jobThe duties will involve the day-to-day care and management of in-patients and outpatients in all aspects of general elective and emergency obstetrics and gynaecology, working under direct or indirect supervision of a consultant. The daytime direct clinical care sessions will include labour ward and gynaecology-on call, antenatal and gynaecology clinics, and theatre sessions. The post holders will participate in the 2nd on call rota, including out of hours on a 1 in 8 full shift with prospective cover for annual, study and statutory days leave.
The post holders will be expected to undertake mandatory training and attend local PROMPT training, and will be encouraged to undertake an audit or quality improvement project during their tenure, in order to enhance the patient experience or to improve patient management. The successful applicants will be supported to maintain requirements for Continued Professional Development as specified by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
About usTameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.
Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job responsibilitiesThe job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Appropriate experience in training grade posts at Clinical fellow level or above - minimum 3 years Minimum 12 months at Registrar level
Desirable- 6 months UK clinical experience
Knowledge/ QualificationEssential- Full GMC registration MRCOG Part I
Desirable- Full MRCOG Knowledge of computer systems
Basic Skills & AbilitiesEssential- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade Supervision and teaching of junior doctors
Personal qualitiesEssential- Good interpersonal skills
- Good team worker
- Good presentation skills
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants 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). 
