Job summary The Obstetric and Gynaecology team are looking to appoint a new colleague for a full-time Obstetric only post based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. This is a full time, permanent post. The post holder will have accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and be on the Specialist Register. The successful candidate will have a passion for Obstetrics and in particular Fetal Medicine. Subspecialist accreditation in Fetal medicine would be desirable but not essential. ATSM in Fetal medicine is essential. An interest and experience in risk management would also be of benefit. The department has a 3 tier on-call rota for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a 1:12 on-call. This post will require cover of the Obstetric on-call part of the rota ONLY. The candidate will join an already well-established team, which includes Consultants with special interests in Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine and diabetes, Urogynaecology, Menstrual Dysfunction, Minimal Access surgery, Endometriosis and Gynaecological Oncology. Main duties of the job General principles To provide, to a high standard, the full range of specialist diagnostic and treatment services to patients requiring obstetric services, as outlined in the proposed programme. This includes management of obstetric patients at consultant level, i.e. labour ward management and decision making regarding high risk obstetric patients. To organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients at Musgrove Park Hospital. Except in emergencies, or where otherwise agreed with your manager, you are responsible for fulfilling the duties and responsibilities and undertaking the Programmed Activities set out in your Job Plan, as reviewed annually. You are responsible for the associated duties set out in of the Terms and Conditions. The purpose of including agreed personal objectives in your Job Plan is to set out in clear and transparent terms what you and your clinical manager have agreed should reasonably be achieved in the time in question. These objectives are not contractually binding in themselves, but you have a duty to make all reasonable efforts to achieve them. You will be provided with shared office accommodation and will share a secretary resource. About us As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development. You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts. We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone Date posted 06 September 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year dependent on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-KC6178700 C Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for more details. There is an expectation that the candidate will visit the trust to meet not only the interviewing panel but informally talk to some of the medical, midwifery, nursing, managerial and admin team over coffee. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for more details. There is an expectation that the candidate will visit the trust to meet not only the interviewing panel but informally talk to some of the medical, midwifery, nursing, managerial and admin team over coffee. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification Relevant CCT or equivalent ("equivalence" must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable MSc. or equivalent Clinical Experience Essential Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT Statement regarding appropriate training and experience ATSM in Fetal Medicine (as a minimum) and relevant experience Desirable Sub specialty training in Fetal Medicine Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification Relevant CCT or equivalent ("equivalence" must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable MSc. or equivalent Clinical Experience Essential Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT Statement regarding appropriate training and experience ATSM in Fetal Medicine (as a minimum) and relevant experience Desirable Sub specialty training in Fetal Medicine 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)