Consultant O&G Specialist in EPAU and Gynaecology
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Main area: OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week (10 PA job plan)
Job ref: 230-29733016-MED-WC
Site: George Eliot
Town: Nuneaton
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 Per Annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 05/12/2024 08:00
Interview date: 07/01/2025
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women’s, children’s, diagnostic and therapeutic services to a population of more than 350,000 people.
The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.
Our vision is "to EXCEL at patient care". If you think you've got what it takes, help us realise this and join #TeamEliot.
Job Overview
Obs and Gynae Consultant with an interest in Early Pregnancy and Outpatient Gynaecology
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.
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.
* 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 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
Working for Our Organisation
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.
Detailed Job Description and Main 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.
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
Please note:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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