Job summary
We are in the process of recruiting a replacement consultant to join our existing team following a retirement. This is a full time substantive post with commitment in both obstetrics and applicant must have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and must be registered in the GMC's specialist register or be within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview. We are particularly seeking a colleague with either interests in Benign Gynaecology or Antenatal care, in addition to a broad range of generic skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Main duties of the job
This is a substantive post supporting the current Gynaecology service with Obstetric component. The post holder will be supporting consultant delivered care and junior doctor training through alternative models of working. There will be a general commitment in Obstetrics and on call frequency is around 1:10. The consultant during non-resident out of hours is expected to be available within 30 minutes of being called. The appointee will take full responsibility for clinical care of patients during their duties. Additional support and mentoring will also be available as appropriate based on the appointee's consultant is expected to be physically on site while providing labour ward cover during working hours.
About us
Health Board Overview
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is the largest health organisation in Wales, with a budget of £ billion and a workforce of over 19,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.
BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals, 22 community hospitals and a network of over 90 health centres, clinics, community health team bases and mental health units. BCUHB also coordinates or provides the work of 113 GP practices and the NHS services provided by dentists, opticians and pharmacists across the region.
The Health Board is an integrated health system which strives to excellent compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public and other statutory and third sector organisations. BCUHB has a developed relationship with the universities in North Wales and with the University of Bangor is seeking medical school status and operates in a research-rich learning culture.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Person Specification
Knowledge /Qualification
Essential
1. MRCOG or equivalent appropriate specialist registration (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
2. Inclusion on Specialist Register of GMC or eligible for award of CCT within 6 months of interview date
3. RCOG Benign Gynaecology ATSM or equivalent.
4. Colposcopy accreditation if undertaking Colposcopy
Desirable
5. Menopause ATSM or equivalent
6. Additional relevant degree(s)
Experience
Essential
7. Appropriate experience in training grade posts at SpR/SR/STR leading to accreditation for CCT, CESR or recognised equivalent
8. Equivalent training accepted by College/GMC for Specialist Register (CESR)
Desirable
9. Evidence of audit/Quality improvement projects
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
10. Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCST
11. Statement regarding appropriate training and experience, including that relating to a specialist interest
12. Completed ATSMs appropriate to the post
Desirable
13. Computer skills
14. Evidence of effective service development
15. Additional clinical experience/training that may be required
Management and administrative experience
Essential
16. Proven engagement in management activities
Desirable
17. Qualification/Evidence of management and administration experience
Teaching and training experience
Essential
18. Experience of supervising junior staff
Desirable
19. Teaching qualification