Job summaryA Fixed Term Consultant post in Obstetrics and Gynecology to join the existing team of Consultants at West Suffolk Hospital is required. The duties would include involvement in the general on-call arrangements. This is a Fixed Term Post for 6 months.
West Suffolk Hospital is a University of Cambridge Teaching Hospital foundation Trust and is a busy and popular hospital. It is run by a forward-thinking Trust, which has achieved foundation status.
Please See Full Job Description attached for details.Please note that the fixed-term contract will end on 31st January 2027. Start date is as soon as possible.Main duties of the job- Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all obstetric and gynaecology patients
- To share with colleague's responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department.
- To take up the role of Audit lead for the department.
- Teaching and training of junior medical staff, nursing staff, and medical students.
- To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Quality and Service Improvement, Clinical Governance and Audit
- To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD)
The post will enable the Trust to maintain a full range of services within the department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and will need an applicant who can work within the obstetric and gynaecology team.
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DetailsDate posted: 13 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £150,569 a year
Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 179-8199965-MSC
Job locations: West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, Hardwick Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 2QZ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThe maternity service at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is evolving. Currently responsible for the care of approximately 2300 births each year, the service offers choice of care pathway, lead professional and place of birth to women primarily living in the Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Thetford, Sudbury, Haverhill and surrounding areas.
The unit consists of a labour suite with 7 ensuite delivery rooms, one of which contains a birthing pool; a room designated for high-dependency and post-operative care; and a dedicated bereavement suite. There is direct access to the obstetric theatre, neonatal unit and co-located midwifery birthing unit. Dr Christine Kubitzek is the Obstetric Anaesthetic Lead Consultant working alongside 6 other anaesthetists. There is one large 30 bedded antenatal/postnatal ward area that includes a neonatal transitional care bay co-located to the triage and maternity day assessment unit areas.
The departmental outpatient area includes a Colposcopy Suite, consulting rooms and the ultrasound department. Consultant-led antenatal clinics are held at the West Suffolk Hospital where there are full ultrasound services including Doppler assessment of high-risk pregnancies, with peripheral antenatal clinics at Newmarket and Thetford.
The Gynaecology ward, Gynae Assessment Unit, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit and termination of pregnancy services are based on F14 ward. Gynaecological outpatient services are currently based at the West Suffolk Hospital, Thetford, Newmarket and Sudbury. All operating lists take place at the West Suffolk Hospital, in main eight theatre complex and purpose-built day surgery unit with 5 theatres.
Person SpecificationPrevious ExperienceEssential- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT with at least 2 years working in the UK
- Ability to manage gynaecological emergencies.
- Evidence of recent competency in managing a delivery suite
- Evidence of competence in gynaecology operating
Desirable- Ability to lead, manage and develop general and special interest services.
- Minimal Access surgery including Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Qualifications/TrainingEssential- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable- ATSM in Advanced Labour ward practice or equivalent
- ATSM in Benign Gyanecological Surgery (open and laparoscopic) or ATSM in Gynaecology Oncology, or evidence of ability of independent operating
- Entry on the GMC specialist register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Clinical GovernanceEssential- Evidence of continuing participation in quality improvement, clinical governance and audit
ResearchEssential- Critical reading skills
- Evidence based approach to clinical practise
Desirable- Experience of research
- Presentations at national and international meetings
Teaching and training experienceEssential- Evidence of commitment to multidisciplinary teaching
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
Desirable- Willingness and qualification to provide educational supervision to trainees
Personal AttributesEssential- Ability to work under pressure.
- Committed to own professional development and be responsible for own revalidation.
Desirable- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities.
Communication skillsEssential- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, clinical, scientific, technical and managerial colleagues.
Organisational skillsEssential- Ability to organise work efficiently and effectively.
Desirable- Evidence of developing innovative ways of delivering patient care
Management skillsEssential- Ability to plan and develop the service. Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives.
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).
Employer detailsEmployer name: West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address: West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, Hardwick Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 2QZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Consultant and Clinical Lead - Gynaecology
Dr Barkha Sinha
barkha.sinha@wsh.nhs.uk
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
