Clinical Fellow in Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology (ST4+)

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Reading is seeking an ST4 or more senior trainee to enhance skills in early pregnancy care and acute gynaecology. The role offers practical experience in ultrasound, miscarriage management, and gynaecological emergencies. Candidates should have GMC registration and relevant qualifications. A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise.
• Minimum ST4 level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• MRCOG Part 1 and 2 completion.
• Basic gynaecological ultrasound experience required.
• Experience in surgical management of miscarriage is essential.
• Evidence of audit and quality improvement involvement.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments in the Early Pregnancy Unit, including ultrasound scanning.
• Perform surgical management of miscarriage under LA or GA.
• Participate in laparoscopic management of ectopic pregnancy.
• Provide registrar-level cover for the acute gynaecology service.
• Supervise resident doctors and contribute to medical student teaching.

Skills

Excellent teamwork

Communication skills

Basic gynaecological ultrasound experience

Surgical management of miscarriage

Audit and quality improvement involvement

Education

Full GMC Registration

MRCOG Part 1 and 2

Minimum ST4 level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tools

Cerner

Viewpoint

PACS systems

Job description

Job summary

This post offers an excellent opportunity for an ST4 or more senior trainee to consolidate advanced skills in early pregnancy care and acute gynaecology. The successful applicant will gain hands-on experience in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound, miscarriage management, and the treatment of gynaecological emergencies.This fellowship is suited to those pursuing the RCOG SITM in Complex Early Pregnancy and non- elective Gynaecology or interested in a subspecialty career path. The post includes time for audit, governance, and professional development.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

o Conduct patient assessments in the Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU), including ultrasound scanning (training to RCOG intermediate or SITM standard).

o Perform and support surgical management of miscarriage (including manual vacuum aspiration under LA or GA).

o Participate in laparoscopic management of ectopic pregnancy and drainage of pelvic abscesses (under supervision).

o Provide registrar-level cover for the acute gynaecology service and contribute to the out-of-hours on-call rota for both obstetrics and gynaecology (typically 1:8).

o Supervise resident doctors and contribute to medical student teaching.

Quality and Governance

o Lead or support clinical audits and contribute to service development projects aligned with GIRFT and AEPU standards.

o Participate in weekly governance meetings including morbidity & mortality reviews, EPU MDTs, and risk management discussions.

o Complete all required trust mandatory training - including fetal monitoring and PROMPT study days

Research and Development

o Access to departmental datasets and clinical supervisors for those wishing to submit research proposals for ethics approval.

o Encouraged to present at regional or national meetings (e.g. AEPU annual conference).

About us

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is a large acute hospital providing care to a diverse population across Berkshire and its surrounding areas. We are a forward-thinking Trust with a commitment to digital transformation, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration.The Gynaecology Department operates across the main Reading site and satellite hubs in West Berkshire, Bracknell, and Henley. The Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU) is a high-volume, consultant-led service with integrated scanning, surgical, and medical management pathways.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description attached which include a detail summary of the following . Please do contact us directly if you require any further details

• The Specialty
• Role Summary
• Detail on the current O&G Consultant Team & SAS Doctors
• Role Summary
• Person Specification
• Weekly Timetable (example)
• Conditions of Service

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see job description attached which include a detail summary of the following . Please do contact us directly if you require any further details

• The Specialty
• Role Summary
• Detail on the current O&G Consultant Team & SAS Doctors
• Role Summary
• Person Specification
• Weekly Timetable (example)
• Conditions of Service

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
• Minimum ST4 level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• MRCOG Part 1 and 2
• Basic gynaecological ultrasound experience
• Experience in surgical management of miscarriage
• Evidence of audit and quality improvement involvement
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Desirable Criteria

Desirable

• MRCOG Part 3 completed
• Intermediate or SITM-level scanning skills
• Experience in laparoscopic emergency gynaecology
• Familiarity with Cerner, Viewpoint or PACS systems
• Experience with teaching or supervising junior staff

Person Specification
Essential criteria

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
• Minimum ST4 level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• MRCOG Part 1 and 2
• Basic gynaecological ultrasound experience
• Experience in surgical management of miscarriage
• Evidence of audit and quality improvement involvement
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Desirable Criteria

Desirable

• MRCOG Part 3 completed
• Intermediate or SITM-level scanning skills
• Experience in laparoscopic emergency gynaecology
• Familiarity with Cerner, Viewpoint or PACS systems
• Experience with teaching or supervising junior staff

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.
UK Registration

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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.
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

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