Applications are invited for the above vacancy at Dorset County Hospital, Dorchester. Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to practice, MRCOG part I, a minimum of 2 years clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Registrar or equivalent level.
The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift which is EWTD compliant. The trust doctor will be attending major inpatient operating lists to enhance/develop their surgical skills in abdominal and vaginal open surgery. The other duties of the post include covering labour ward, gynaecology and antenatal care clinics and day case surgery.
The Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department has a broad range of training opportunities and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development, including training in non-clinical aspects of the post. Additionally the post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes.
The successful applicant will work across both obstetrics and gynaecology, covering Labour Ward, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the Day Assessment, Triage Units, and the Early Pregnancy Unit. This includes being responsible for the care of patients admitted to obstetric and gynaecological beds within Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the consultants.
To be competent in medical and general obstetric and gynaecological procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor. This includes ability to manage labour ward under indirect consultant supervision, be competent in all caesarean section categories, instrumental deliveries, 3rd degree perineal tear repair, and management of obstetric emergencies.
To assume clinical responsibility under the supervision of the consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, for the management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological disorders. They will assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at recruitment.medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Dec 2024
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