Job summaryThis post is a for a fixed term part-time (between one and six sessions available) Specialist grade doctor in Sexual Health.
The appointee will be working towards DFSRH and / or STIF intermediate, along with gaining significant experience in provision of contraception and/or genitourinary medicine. Letters of Competence in Intrauterine Techniques and/or Subdermal Implant techniques are desirable, but training can be provided.
It is expected that the appointee will deliver clinics in integrated sexual health. Clinics will consist of booked appointments and drop in attendances (subject to covid restraints), working alongside sexual health nurses (advanced nurse practitioners and band 6 nurses working to PGD), health care assistants delivering asymptomatic STI screening and providing support to clinicians and other sexual health doctors.
There is no direct in-patient responsibility with this post.
The appointee will be expected to work with the multidisciplinary team to identify clinical governance and training needs. This may involve involvement in the development of local training programmes to support staff attain appropriate FSRH or BASHH accreditation.
Interviews will take place on 5th November 2026.
Main duties of the jobHistory taking, examination, investigation and treatment of patients attending the Genitourinary Medicine department in line with clinic protocols.
Supporting the department in the management of patients with HIV disease.
Working in line with all Trust policies and procedures and the GU clinic guidelines.
Keep up to date with clinic guidelines, good medical practice and safeguarding guidelines.
Participation in the internal educational activities of the department, including teaching nurses, medical students, junior doctors and other visitors to the department, as appropriate.
Participation in the external educational activities, including meetings and courses hosted by the department and other courses such as the BASHH STIF course, HIV Masterclass and DFSRH as appropriate.
Participation in audit and clinical governance activities of the department.
Providing medical support to non-medical staff of the clinic.
Performance of administrative tasks relevant to Genitourinary Medicine (such as writing of letters to colleagues and patients, compiling GUMCAD data, development of clinic protocols).
Clinical liaison with other hospital departments, general practitioners and other agencies as required.
Participation in the developing clinical networks within Genitourinary Medicine in the West Midlands.
Record all data during each consultation on electronic patient records
About usAs the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a Trust making a genuine difference to local health outcomes. The Trust is a busy district general hospital offering compete range of acute services, alongside extensive community services.
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Our strategy is aligned to delivering exceptional care together while supporting a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We offer clear career development pathways, access to training and education, and opportunities to contribute to service innovation and improvement.
Job responsibilitiesThe post-holder will also have a role in helping to develop sexual health services, audit and possible research. There may also be opportunities to become involved with teaching medical students and junior doctors.
History taking, examination, investigation and treatment of patients attending the Genitourinary Medicine department in line with clinic protocols.
Supporting the department in the management of patients with HIV disease.
Working in line with all Trust policies and procedures and the GU clinic guidelines.
Keep up to date with clinic guidelines, good medical practice and safeguarding guidelines.
Participation in the internal educational activities of the department, including teaching nurses, medical students, junior doctors and other visitors to the department, as appropriate.
Participation in the external educational activities, including meetings and courses hosted by the department and other courses such as the BASHH STIF course, HIV Masterclass and DFSRH as appropriate.
Participation in audit and clinical governance activities of the department.
Providing medical support to non-medical staff of the clinic.
Performance of administrative tasks relevant to Genitourinary Medicine (such as writing of letters to colleagues and patients, compiling GUMCAD data, development of clinic protocols).
Clinical liaison with other hospital departments, general practitioners and other agencies as required.
Participation in the developing clinical networks within Genitourinary Medicine in the West Midlands.
Record all data during each consultation on electronic patient records
Purpose of the role is to assist the department in managing patients who present with sexually transmitted infections or requesting contraception. Filling this post with fixed term sessions will help fill the gap till the incoming consultant starts after maternity leave in April 2027.
When substantial time is worked over and above the expected amount, job plan and responsibilities will be reviewed and time off in lieu will be considered.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- MB ChB and full registration with GMC
Desirable- Higher qualification desirable DRCOG, DFSRH
CLINICAL EFFECTIVENESS AND EXPERIENCEEssential- Excellent general medical skills
- Ability to manage patients with sexually transmitted infections
Desirable- Four years post registration Experience in GU Medicine or equivalent
- Managing patients requiring all types of contraception
INNOVATION, SERVICE IMPROVEMENT EXPERIENCE & RESEARCHEssential- Ability to take a sexual history and undertake appropriate genital examinations and investigations
- Good manual dexterity Evidence of good communication skills during clinical consultation-interpersonal and language skills
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility in written and spoken English Competent to work without direct supervision Maintain contemporaneous, accurate notes
- Ability to record all data on electronic patient record during each consultation
Desirable- Intrauterine Device/System and Implant insertion
PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCESEssential- Good communication skills (clarity, intelligibility, ability to build rapport listen)
- Organisational skills, ability to prioritise Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team Flexibility (to adapt to the changing needs of the Service)
- Meeting Deadlines Show initiative, drive and enthusiasm Probity
PROFESSIONAL AND MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAM WORKINGEssential- Highest ethical and professional standards Ability to learn and aware of own limitations Team Player
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). 
