Job summary Job Title: ST3 (or equivalent ) Clinical Fellow with interest in Maternal Medicine Specialty/Department: Obstetrics & Gynaecology Location: Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West Yorkshire Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension to 2 years Applicants are invited for Senior Clinical Fellow (ST3 equivalent) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a friendly, dynamic, large, teaching acute hospital trust. Posts are available now and for 6 months fixed term with a possibility of extension to 2 years. The post holder will work at a level equivalent to that of a ST3 trainee. Applicants must have completed Foundation competencies either as part of the UK Foundation programme or demonstrate equivalent training. Applicants should have experience at working at a ST3 level for a minimum of 6 months ideally within the UK. Basic Life Support training is essential. Candidates will require current and valid GMC registration. Main duties of the job An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The service is delivered through four sites: St James University Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale General Hospital and Seacroft Hospital. This is a non-training post, however, it allows the post holder, including applicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience that will help to secure future posts. As a Maternal Medicine Centre our service leads on the provision of specialist care to high-risk women across Yorkshire and Humber through a large selection of MDT clinics (diabetes, endocrinology, cardiology, haematology, rheumatology, renal, gastro-intestinal and maternal medicine clinics). The successful candidate will be given dedicated sessions to work in these clinics, as well as have an opportunity to be involved in local and regional MDT meetings, QI projects and service development. Following recent national restructuring of maternal medicine services, Leeds is one of only two Maternal Medicine Centres in Yorkshire with a large catchment area offering preconception and maternity care to very high risk women across the region. Working here will therefore give the successful candidate an excellent learning opportunity and expertise in the management of women with significant medical problems. About us The Gynaecology service in Leeds is led by a large number of Consultants & Nurse specialists who deliver clinical expertise in Benign Gynaecology, Early Pregnancy & Acute Gynaecology, Urogynaecology, Colposcopy, Hysteroscopy & Reproductive Medicine. The CSU provides a full secondary and tertiary service for Leeds, Yorkshire & significant parts of the North of England. A £1 million development housing the Leeds gynaecology day-case unit, & acute gynaecology & early pregnancy unit (GATU & EPU) opened on ward J24 at St Jamess at the end of March 2015. Known as the Leeds Centre for Womens Health this is a very exciting development for the team, and is the fulcrum of all the teams plans for modernising pathways, increasing productivity and reducing length of stay. The SJUH Maternity Unit, deals with approximately 4,500 deliveries per year. The LGI Maternity Unit, has around 5,200 deliveries per annum. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £55,329 a year OOH Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9298-MED-589D Job locations St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Wharfedale General Hospital Newall Carr Road Otley West Yorkshire LS21 2LY Leeds General Infirmary Great George Street Leeds LS1 3EX Seacroft Hospital York Road Leeds LS14 6UH Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: ST3 (or equivalent) Clinical Fellow with interest in Maternal Medicine Specialty/Department: Obstetrics & Gynaecology Location: Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West Yorkshire Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension to 2 years BACKGROUND TO THE POST An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The service is delivered through four sites: St James University Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale General Hospital and Seacroft Hospital. This is a non-training post, however, it allows the post holder, including applicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience that will help to secure future posts. Almost all the sub-specialities in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are provided for at our centre. As a Maternal Medicine Centre our service leads on the provision of specialist care to high-risk women across Yorkshire and Humber through a large selection of MDT clinics (diabetes, endocrinology, cardiology, haematology, rheumatology, renal, gastro-intestinal and maternal medicine clinics). The successful candidate will be given dedicated sessions to work in these clinics, as well as have an opportunity to be involved in local and regional MDT meetings, QI projects and service development. Following recent national restructuring of maternal medicine services, Leeds is one of only two Maternal Medicine Centres in Yorkshire with a large catchment area offering preconception and maternity care to very high risk women across the region. Working here will therefore give the successful candidate an excellent learning opportunity and expertise in the management of women with significant medical problems. Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: ST3 (or equivalent) Clinical Fellow with interest in Maternal Medicine Specialty/Department: Obstetrics & Gynaecology Location: Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, West Yorkshire Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension to 2 years BACKGROUND TO THE POST An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team as a clinical fellow at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The service is delivered through four sites: St James University Hospital (SJUH), Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), Wharfdale General Hospital and Seacroft Hospital. This is a non-training post, however, it allows the post holder, including applicants who already hold CCT, to gain experience that will help to secure future posts. Almost all the sub-specialities in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are provided for at our centre. As a Maternal Medicine Centre our service leads on the provision of specialist care to high-risk women across Yorkshire and Humber through a large selection of MDT clinics (diabetes, endocrinology, cardiology, haematology, rheumatology, renal, gastro-intestinal and maternal medicine clinics). The successful candidate will be given dedicated sessions to work in these clinics, as well as have an opportunity to be involved in local and regional MDT meetings, QI projects and service development. Following recent national restructuring of maternal medicine services, Leeds is one of only two Maternal Medicine Centres in Yorkshire with a large catchment area offering preconception and maternity care to very high risk women across the region. Working here will therefore give the successful candidate an excellent learning opportunity and expertise in the management of women with significant medical problems. Person Specification Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach. Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Capacity to operate under Desirable Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching Evidence of feedback for teaching Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multi- source feedback or other workplace-based assessments Demonstrates information technology skills Evidence of achievement outside medicine Evidence of organisational skills not necessarily in medicine, e.g. grant or bursary applications, organisation of a university club, sports section, etc. Evidence of altruistic behaviour, e.g. voluntary work Experience Essential Be able to provide complete details of their employment history Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient. Desirable Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a post in Obstetrics and Gynaecology At least 2 years experience working in the UK At least 1 year experience working at middle grade (ST3) in UK Eligibility and Language Skills Essential Have completed their post-graduate training at least to a level of an ST3 specialty doctor or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology Possess or eligible to apply for GMC Registration Familiarity with UK health system and NHS Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs. Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as assessed by the GMC Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, a career in obstetrics and gynaecology as practiced in the UK Commitment to personal and professional development Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s) Evidence of self-reflective practice. Demonstrates understanding of audit / QI Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty Desirable Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical degree qualification Completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent Basic Adult Life Support training within past 12/12 MRCOG Part 1 Competencies equivalent to ST3 training Desirable MRCOG part 2 exam MRCOG part 3 exam Prizes / Distinctions Research / Additional academic publications Person Specification Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills Essential Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach. Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Capacity to operate under Desirable Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching Evidence of feedback for teaching Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multi- source feedback or other workplace-based assessments Demonstrates information technology skills Evidence of achievement outside medicine Evidence of organisational skills not necessarily in medicine, e.g. grant or bursary applications, organisation of a university club, sports section, etc. Evidence of altruistic behaviour, e.g. voluntary work Experience Essential Be able to provide complete details of their employment history Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient. Desirable Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a post in Obstetrics and Gynaecology At least 2 years experience working in the UK At least 1 year experience working at middle grade (ST3) in UK Eligibility and Language Skills Essential Have completed their post-graduate training at least to a level of an ST3 specialty doctor or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology Possess or eligible to apply for GMC Registration Familiarity with UK health system and NHS Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs. Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as assessed by the GMC Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, a career in obstetrics and gynaecology as practiced in the UK Commitment to personal and professional development Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s) Evidence of self-reflective practice. Demonstrates understanding of audit / QI Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty Desirable Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical degree qualification Completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent Basic Adult Life Support training within past 12/12 MRCOG Part 1 Competencies equivalent to ST3 training Desirable MRCOG part 2 exam MRCOG part 3 exam Prizes / Distinctions Research / Additional academic publications 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 Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)