Job summary We are seeking to recruit a gynaecologist to strengthen our gynaecology team in preparation for the opening of our new surgical hub to provide efficient and high-quality care to women living across Wakefield and North Kirklees. We have state of the art hospitals at Pontefract and Wakefield and are building a new surgical hub including gynaecology at Dewsbury Hospital. Within the gynaecology services, we have a dedicated Gynaecology assessment unit on the Pinderfields site and offer a wide range of comprehensive to our patients including: - A BSGE Regional Endometriosis centre - Dedicated Gynaecology assessment unit in Pinderfields - Outpatient clinics for Menopause, Colposcopy, Uro-gynaecology, Endometriosis, Hysteroscopy, Minor procedures and Post-menopause Bleeding. - Gynaecology oncology unit, working with Leeds Teaching Hospital Oncology teams. - Elective surgery at Pinderfields and Dewsbury Hospitals with access to Da Vinci Robots on both sites. - Elective Obstetric suites in Pinderfields Hospital. We encourage and support our consultants to pursue interest in research, service development and teaching. At Mid-Yorkshire, we are proud that our workforce - our greatest asset - strives for excellence every day in providing care and support to thousands of people living across Wakefield and North Kirklees. Mid-Yorkshire celebrates excellence and innovation. Main duties of the job The main duties of the post will include; General Gynaecology Clinics - 9.00 13.00/13.30 17.30 Regular Gynaecology day case and inpatient operating lists will ensure staff maintain their emergency gynaecology skills Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided DCC is allocated for MDTs which are annualised Hot week cover for acute Gynaecology 08:00 18:00 hrs, Monday to Friday (1.5 pas) During Hot week this includes undertaking ward rounds. Consultant pre and post-op ward rounds are allocated in the DCC for theatre sessions which are annualised On-call duties for Gynaecology only shared with 14 colleagues on an approximately 1 in 8 basis (17:30 hours until 08:00 hours during weekdays off site cover and 08:00 to 11.00 hours during weekends on site cover) typically non-patient-facing duties on a post-call day. On call (non resident) is paid at Band A. Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. About us We provide care and support to over a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce. We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care. We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the LGBTQ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable guidance and feedback from those with lived experience. We have a clear vision and you could be part of this If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-CARPWC24011BMED Job locations Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF14DG Job description Job responsibilities This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily on our Pinderfields site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on all our three sites. Office and secretarial support will also be provided. The main duties of the post will include; General Gynaecology Clinics - 9.00 13.00/13.30 17.30 Regular Gynaecology day case and inpatient operating lists will ensure staff maintain their emergency gynaecology skills Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided DCC is allocated for MDTs which are annualised Hot week cover for acute Gynaecology 08:00 18:00 hrs, Monday to Friday (1.5 pas) During Hot week this includes undertaking ward rounds. Consultant pre and post-op ward rounds are allocated in the DCC for theatre sessions which are annualised On-call duties for Gynaecology only shared with 14 colleagues on an approximately 1 in 8 basis (17:30 hours until 08:00 hours during weekdays off site cover and 08:00 to 11.00 hours during weekends on site cover) typically non-patient-facing duties on a post-call day. On call (non resident) is paid at Band A. Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. MYTT has a well established service for management of complex gynaecological surgery. We are the biggest BSGE regional centre for endometriosis in Yorkshire. We offer tertiary level sub-spec urogynaecolgy surgery service. We work in collaboration with Leeds Teaching Hospitals for gynaecology cancer cases. We are supported by a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, urologists and radiologists. Job description Job responsibilities This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily on our Pinderfields site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on all our three sites. Office and secretarial support will also be provided. The main duties of the post will include; General Gynaecology Clinics - 9.00 13.00/13.30 17.30 Regular Gynaecology day case and inpatient operating lists will ensure staff maintain their emergency gynaecology skills Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided DCC is allocated for MDTs which are annualised Hot week cover for acute Gynaecology 08:00 18:00 hrs, Monday to Friday (1.5 pas) During Hot week this includes undertaking ward rounds. Consultant pre and post-op ward rounds are allocated in the DCC for theatre sessions which are annualised On-call duties for Gynaecology only shared with 14 colleagues on an approximately 1 in 8 basis (17:30 hours until 08:00 hours during weekdays off site cover and 08:00 to 11.00 hours during weekends on site cover) typically non-patient-facing duties on a post-call day. On call (non resident) is paid at Band A. Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. MYTT has a well established service for management of complex gynaecological surgery. We are the biggest BSGE regional centre for endometriosis in Yorkshire. We offer tertiary level sub-spec urogynaecolgy surgery service. We work in collaboration with Leeds Teaching Hospitals for gynaecology cancer cases. We are supported by a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, urologists and radiologists. Person Specification Management Skills Essential Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Computer literate. Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services. Ability to organise & manage e.g. outpatient priorities / theatre lists Experience of audit Ability & willingness to work within the Trust & NHS performance framework & targets Ability to manage & lead junior staff Desirable Possess good organisational & personal management skills. Evidence of personal contributions to service development Awareness of the current UK Healthcare system and the need to develop services in line with current policy. Ability to manage, motivate & lead a service Ability to advise on efficient & smooth running of the service Qualifications Essential Medical Degree from recognised medical school MRCOG or equivalent Desirable Academic Prizes Audit or Case Presentations Teaching qualification / awards GMC Registration Essential Please state full GMC number Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent) Experience Essential ATSM: Benign abdominal surgery: open and laparoscopic, or equivalent Fully accredited BSCCP Colposcopist (Essential) On current BSCCP register as accredited Colposcopist. (essential) Fully accredited by college and acceptable to college representative. Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of an Gynaecology Service Appropriate experience in Gynaecology To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Service. Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME). Desirable ATSM: Advanced laparoscopic surgery for the excision of benign disease ATSM: Benign gynaecological surgery: hysteroscopy or equivalent Management experience Experience in delivering medical education Financial planning and service development Colposcopy trainer(desirable) Experience in Management of VIN & VAIN Experience in Colposcopy management as Deputy Lead, Charing MDT, Management meetings Keen interest in Audits in Colposcopy Person Specification Management Skills Essential Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Computer literate. Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services. Ability to organise & manage e.g. outpatient priorities / theatre lists Experience of audit Ability & willingness to work within the Trust & NHS performance framework & targets Ability to manage & lead junior staff Desirable Possess good organisational & personal management skills. Evidence of personal contributions to service development Awareness of the current UK Healthcare system and the need to develop services in line with current policy. Ability to manage, motivate & lead a service Ability to advise on efficient & smooth running of the service Qualifications Essential Medical Degree from recognised medical school MRCOG or equivalent Desirable Academic Prizes Audit or Case Presentations Teaching qualification / awards GMC Registration Essential Please state full GMC number Full GMC Registration with licence to practise Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent) Experience Essential ATSM: Benign abdominal surgery: open and laparoscopic, or equivalent Fully accredited BSCCP Colposcopist (Essential) On current BSCCP register as accredited Colposcopist. (essential) Fully accredited by college and acceptable to college representative. Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of an Gynaecology Service Appropriate experience in Gynaecology To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Service. Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME). Desirable ATSM: Advanced laparoscopic surgery for the excision of benign disease ATSM: Benign gynaecological surgery: hysteroscopy or equivalent Management experience Experience in delivering medical education Financial planning and service development Colposcopy trainer(desirable) Experience in Management of VIN & VAIN Experience in Colposcopy management as Deputy Lead, Charing MDT, Management meetings Keen interest in Audits in Colposcopy 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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 The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF14DG Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)