Job summary Applications are invited for the above full time post for this 660 bed acute hospital serving a local population of approximately 400,000. The main responsibilities of the Locum Consultant will be as follows: Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the care of all patients presenting to the hospital To share with colleagues, the management of Obstetric and Gynaecological patients requiring admission To undertake duties as defined within agreed job plan Teaching and training of intermediate grade and junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students To undertake duties as defined within the agreed job plan To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance and audit To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD) To participate in on-call rota providing specialist and timely advice Main duties of the job This is a post for a Locum Consultant Gynaecologist with a special interest in Urogynaecology, to commence as soon as possible. Whilst the focus of the post is Urogynaecology, the post holder will be expected to provide a very significant part of the acute gynaecology consultant service and make a contribution towards the consultant delivery suite rota. It is expected that the post holder, once appointed, will work in partnership with the existing sub specialty trained urogynaecologist. This post is likely to evolve in the future with the growing Urogynaecology work and in line with the requirements specified by the British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG). The appointee will be based at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital (but may be asked to work on the Bedford Hospital site also) and run gynaecology and gynaecological 2WW clinics, hysteroscopy clinics, labour wards, Gynaecology MDT, participate in the on-call rota and run theatre sessions. We are happy to support the appointee with Colposcopy clinics, if they have Colposcopy interests. It is expected that the post holder, once appointed, will work in partnership with the existing Urogynaecologist at Luton and Dunstable hospital and expected to work some sessions at Milton Keynes hospital. About us Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 ("the 2014 Regulations") was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from 1 April 2022 unless exempt. As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. please check for information on COVID-19 vaccines on the NHS Website. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 418-M-OG-261 Job locations Luton & Dunstable University Hospital Lewsey Road Luton LU4 0DZ Job description Job responsibilities The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement. Full GMC Registration with licence to practice at the time of application. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement. Full GMC Registration with licence to practice at the time of application. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Training Essential Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT or equivalent (CESR) by date of interview Registration Essential Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice (GMC licence to practice is mandatory before employment commences Specialist Registration in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the time of the interview Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent qualification MRCOG or equivalent ATSM in Urogynaecology ATSM in Labour ward practice Desirable MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Urogynaecology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems. Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering a service without direct supervision Obstetrics & Gynaecological Surgery including minimal access surgery Clinical Effectiveness Essential Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance. An interest which improves the Obstetrics and Gynaecology pathway in all aspects Experience of guideline appraisal Participation in relevant local audits Ability to interpret and apply clinical research Desirable Participation in relevant national audits Teaching Essential Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students. Completed a Teaching the Teachers or similar course Understands learner centred teaching Evidence of involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Desirable Attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course Personal Skills Essential Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff Able to organise and prioritise workload Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level Caring, honest and reliable. Able and willing to work with consultant colleagues in equitable sharing of clinical, non-clinical and on-call duties Have a commitment to CME/CPD Possess an enquiring and critical approach to work Ability to present effectively to an audience, using variety of methods and to respond to questions Competent in all relevant IT packages, including Microsoft and patient administration systems. Person Specification Training Essential Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT or equivalent (CESR) by date of interview Registration Essential Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice (GMC licence to practice is mandatory before employment commences Specialist Registration in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the time of the interview Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent qualification MRCOG or equivalent ATSM in Urogynaecology ATSM in Labour ward practice Desirable MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Urogynaecology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems. Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering a service without direct supervision Obstetrics & Gynaecological Surgery including minimal access surgery Clinical Effectiveness Essential Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance. An interest which improves the Obstetrics and Gynaecology pathway in all aspects Experience of guideline appraisal Participation in relevant local audits Ability to interpret and apply clinical research Desirable Participation in relevant national audits Teaching Essential Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students. Completed a Teaching the Teachers or similar course Understands learner centred teaching Evidence of involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Desirable Attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course Personal Skills Essential Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff Able to organise and prioritise workload Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level Caring, honest and reliable. Able and willing to work with consultant colleagues in equitable sharing of clinical, non-clinical and on-call duties Have a commitment to CME/CPD Possess an enquiring and critical approach to work Ability to present effectively to an audience, using variety of methods and to respond to questions Competent in all relevant IT packages, including Microsoft and patient administration systems. Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Luton & Dunstable University Hospital Lewsey Road Luton LU4 0DZ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)