Consultant O&G Specialist in EPAU and Gynaecology
Obs and Gynae Consultant with an interest in Early Pregnancy and Outpatient Gynaecology.
Permanent position.
Closing Date: 5th December 2024
Interview Date: 7th January 2025
We are a district general hospital based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, with a vision to provide first-class consultant-delivered care to the children and families of Nuneaton, North Coventry, and West Leicestershire. We see 2,200 births each year in our consultant-led maternity unit and have strong links with our LMNS partner hospitals. Our Unit is friendly and led by eleven consultants (this will be the eleventh post).
We seek a dynamic, charismatic, and energetic individual with an interest in Early Pregnancy Assessment and Outpatient Gynaecology to lead our staff into a brave new era and fit in with our vision for our service.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly, including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment, and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
Main Duties of the Job
* To support and complement both the Obstetrics and Gynaecology services provided by George Eliot Hospital NHS.
* To take clinical responsibility for a defined cohort of women under their care.
* To provide consultant presence on the Labour Ward.
* To participate in 'Consultant of the week' rota and to provide consultant cover for the Maternity Assessment Unit and Triage.
* To aid the lead clinician for the Gynae Assessment Unit and Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit.
* To be responsible for the obstetric training of junior staff and undergraduate students.
* To assist in the smooth running of the newly established Gynae Assessment Unit and the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit in line with National Guidelines, liaising with other colleagues and the Gynaecology Modern Matron.
* The ability/interest in performing laparoscopic hysterectomies would be advantageous.
* To be involved in appraisal and assessment of junior staff and undergraduate students.
* To take an active role in Clinical Governance and lead and participate in audit projects relevant to the clinic.
* To promote research and academic activity within the department.
* To attend Trust and Departmental induction and mandatory training.
* To be responsible for Governance in Gynaecology in conjunction with the Matron for Gynaecology Services.
* To participate in any MDT - obstetric ad hoc, colposcopy if practiced, and oncology if submitting a patient to be discussed.
About Us
Here at George Eliot, our vision to 'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever-evolving clinically-led acute service provider, we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe, and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly, and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper; they bond us together, reflect our ambition, and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
Xcellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden, and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job Responsibilities
JOB PLAN (10 PAs)
This job plan is for illustration purposes only and may change slightly at appointment, although overall content will be similar. There is a need to work flexibly and to commit to an annualised job plan to accommodate the hot week way of working.
* Antenatal Clinic: 0.8
* Gynaecology Theatre: Alternate weeks 0.4
* Pre and Post op ward rounds: Alternate weeks 0.25
* Labour Ward Cover Plus Predictable Activity OOH (Twilight and Weekends): Hot Week 1:8, 0830-1700 hrs Mon - Thurs: 3.2
* Colposcopy clinic: 0.8 Alt Weeks 0.4
* Administration: 0.8
* SPA for Appraisal and Revalidation: 1.5
* Hysteroscopy clinic: 0.8
* Undergraduate Medical Education: 0.5
* On Call - non predictable: Medium frequency: 1 in 5 to 1 in 8, 1:8 Category: A, On call supplement: 5.0%
Total: 9.45
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
* Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
* Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice.
* ATSM in EPAU management.
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.
* Evidence of regularly undertaking audits and management of change in line with the audit recommendations.
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
* Ability to perform/interest in performing laparoscopic hysterectomies.
Qualification and Professional Training
* MBBS or Equivalent.
* Full GMC Registration, with licence to practice.
* MRCOG or Equivalent.
* Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations e.g., BSCCP.
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.
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