Job summary
Applications are invited to apply for a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a new post offering 10 programmed activities. Additional programmed activities may be available, but these are subject to annual discussion and agreement and do not form part of the underlying contractual agreement.
An obstetric interest (high risk pregnancy, maternal medicine, fetal medicine) would be helpful. Potential applicants are invited to discuss areas of sub-specialty interest with clinical managers at the Trust prior to application.
The successful applicant will be expected to participate in teaching both under and postgraduate students associated with the University of Buckingham and will also be expected to support colleagues doing these activities as part of his or her arranged job plan.
Main duties of the job
1. To develop an area of special interest in Obstetric
2. To participate in Consultant Labour Ward and emergency gynaecology cover and on-call as per the rota
3. The successful candidate will be expected to be motivated and committed to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of services.
4. Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
5. Free on-site parking
6. Free tea and coffee
7. Great flexible workingopportunities
8. Discounted gym membership
9. Lease car scheme
10. Generous annual leave and pension scheme
11. On site nursery (chargeable)
12. Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There are 13 Consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, 5 Specialist Trainees and 11 Trust Doctors at registrar level.
There is 2 tier registrar rota during the day and night. The approximate number of births is around 4000.
The appointee will be encouraged to develop a subspeciality interest (high risk pregnancy, maternal medicine, fetal medicine) would be helpful
There will be 1 in 12 on-call rota commitments including Labour Ward hot week (1in 12) and an Emergency Gynae hot week (1in 13, AM session only).
Please note that full GMC registration and license to practice is an essential for this role. If you do not currently have GMC registration, but you are in the process of applying, please use the supporting information section of the application form to provide an update about the status of your GMC application. Candidates without GMC registration at the time of shortlisting will not be considered.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Registrations
Essential
13. Full GMC registration
14. MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
15. Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
16. Further Higher Degree
Experience/training
Essential
17. Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent that required for a UK CCST
Desirable
18. Candidates will be encouraged to maintain or develop a subspecialty skill: ATSM in Obstetric Medicine, Fetal Medicine, High Risk pregnancy
Knowledge
Essential
19. Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
20. Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
21. Understanding of clinical risk management and governance
Desirable
22. IT Skills
23. Breadth of experience within and outside speciality
Clinical Skill
Essential
24. Clinical skills and experience to undertake a consultant post in NHS
Desirable
25. Previous experience at consultant level
Communication Skills and Teaching
Essential
26. Good written and verbal communication skills.
27. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
28. Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
29. Ability to work constructively in a team environment
30. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
Desirable
31. A proven background in organising and delivering undergraduate and post- graduate teaching and research with evidence of training for the role is highly desirable
32. A qualification in Medical Education, such as a Diploma
Leadership Skills
Essential
33. To motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
34. Ability to identify and implement service development and change
Desirable
35. Interest in Medical management
Other Requirements
Essential
36. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
37. To balance individual requirements against those of the Division and Trust as a while
Desirable
38. Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate management