Job summary Our Southend team are looking to appoint a full-time Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a specialist interest in Maternal Medicine To provide ante-natal clinics with special interest in maternal medicine and diabetes. To provide general gynaecology service including seeing young adolescents with gynaecology problems. To provide a service for 2ww and gynae-oncology patients. The candidate will be expected to cover every other Friday on call for Obstetrics and Gynaecology and also prospective cover. You will be expected to be actively involved in the clinical governance aspects of the directorate and the trust including risk management and CNST. To take up leadership roles within the directorate and play an active role in the operational and strategic management of the department. Provide leadership and participate in Clinical Audit programmes. This list is not exhaustive and discussions can be held if applicants are interested in the posts regarding job plan. Main duties of the job Provide a consultant-led service in Gynaecology. Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to offer expert opinion and considerate advice to women with complications in any stage of pregnancy and acute gynaecology. Develop the Obstetrics and Gynaecology service by working closely with other colleagues to standardise pathways of care. Provide training for trainees in the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Evolve and write, in line with Trust governance policies, pathways for patients seen within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology service. Work with the multidisciplinary team to undertake a senior role in the general provision of Obstetric and Gynaecological Services at Basildon Hospital and MSE. Provide senior leadership in the management of high-risk patients antenatally, intrapartum and postpartum in close co-operation with other specialties. To provide gynaecological oncological services in outpatients, theatre and emergency care. Facilitate the triage of emergency gynaecology operations as per NCEPOD recommendations to avoid operating out-of-hours (i.e., 17h00 to 08h00) whenever feasible. Consultant in Obstetrics and attend all theatre cases to perform surgery, unless satisfied a trainee is competent to perform the operation with indirect supervision. Assessment and delivery of immediate medical attention of deteriorating elective postop gynaecology patients. Support the Emergency Surgical Consultant with a consultant gynaecological opinion/ ultrasound About us We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per Annum (Pro Rota for Part-Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-WAC-SO-7235 Job locations Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on Sea SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities For further details regarding the responsibilities please see the attached job description. Alternatively please contact : Mr S Raajkumar MBBS MS FRCOG Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Clinical Lead for Obstetrics and Gynaecology Email sundararajah.raajkumarnhs.net Job description Job responsibilities For further details regarding the responsibilities please see the attached job description. Alternatively please contact : Mr S Raajkumar MBBS MS FRCOG Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Clinical Lead for Obstetrics and Gynaecology Email sundararajah.raajkumarnhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent Entry onto the GMC specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of application MRCOG ATSM in Maternal Medicine Desirable Diploma/degree in minimal access surgery ATSM in Benign Gynaecology - open and laparoscopy Experience & Knowledge Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty. Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems. Application demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team Desirable Experience of organising and developing a service Previous experience or proven interest in teaching/medical education Experience in running antenatal clinic for women with high BMI Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent Entry onto the GMC specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of application MRCOG ATSM in Maternal Medicine Desirable Diploma/degree in minimal access surgery ATSM in Benign Gynaecology - open and laparoscopy Experience & Knowledge Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty. Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems. Application demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team Desirable Experience of organising and developing a service Previous experience or proven interest in teaching/medical education Experience in running antenatal clinic for women with high BMI 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on Sea SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)