Clinical Fellow ST3-5 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Clinical Fellow ST3-5 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This role supports the Gynae Oncology Team in developing care pathways to enhance patient outcomes and provides high-quality obstetric care. This is a full-time, permanent position with competitive salary and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Evidence of achievement of competencies of ST3 and above.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Competent to perform instrumental delivery and uncomplicated LSCS.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Unscheduled Bleeding Pathway with the Gynae Oncology Team.
• Support diagnostic pathway of patients to improve Faster Diagnostic Standard.
• Participate in gynaecological outpatient clinics and theatre duties.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Patient care

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Successful completion of Part 1 MRCOG

Job description

Clinical Fellow ST3-5 in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Employer James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Location United Kingdom Salary Competitive Closing date 15 Jun 2025

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The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children's service.
Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by:

• Putting patients first
• Aiming to get it right
• Recognising that everybody counts
• Doing everything openly and honestly

'Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'

Job overview

Applications are invited to apply for a Senior Clinical Fellow role to support the Gynae Oncology Team with the implementation of the Unscheduled Bleeding Pathway and the transformation of the urgent referral pathways. This role is for a 12 months fixed term contract with our friendly and supportive team in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the James Paget University Hospital. This modern District General Hospital has approx. 500 beds and is situated in a coastal holiday area of East Anglia. It serves a population of 250,000 that increases considerably in the summer months.

Our Consultant team has recently been expanded and this additional role will be dedicated to the improvement of the Cancer Faster Diagnostic Standard and working with primary care partners to implement and embed the Unscheduled Bleeding Pathway.

This role will also ensure we have appropriate cover for the rota commitments and improve the level of support our Tier 2 team are able to provide for the clinical work within the service.

Applicants will be required to undertake Obstetric and Gynaecology commitments, so we are looking for individuals with good Obstetric skills who can commit to the provision of high quality Obstetric care.

Main duties of the job

• Working with the Gynae Oncology Team and primary care partners to implement the Unscheduled Bleeding Pathway.
  • Support the transformation of the USC referral route in conjunction with the above.
  • Work with the Gynae Oncology Team to support the diagnostic pathway of patients and the timely downgrade of appropriate patients to improve the Faster Diagnostic Standard.
  • Gynaecological outpatient clinics
  • Theatre duties
  
  • Close supervision of the work of the first on-call trainee when undertaking on-call duties
  • Training of Specialty Trainees and Medical Students
  • The postholder will be required to oversee the management of the inpatient ward routines, the admission and discharge of all patients admitted to the unit in consultation with the consultant concerned, together with the ward Specialty Trainee's and all other health professionals.
  • The post-holder will be expected to participate in case presentations and departmental audits.
  • The postholder may be required to undertake operating lists indirectly supervised commensurate with the postholder's capabilities and patient safety.

Working for our organisation

The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (JPUH) provides Medical Services for a population of approximately 230,000 living in South East Norfolk and North East Suffolk, plus a large number of visitors to the coast and Broads National Park during the summer months. In addition, it provides approximately 1/3 of the Secondary Care Teaching for the UEA Medical School. The Trust is forward looking and highly regarded within the Region. It became the first Foundation Trust in Norfolk/Suffolk in 2006.

The Obstetric and Gynaecology Service has a friendly and supportive team of Consultants, Medical Staff, Midwives, Nursing and Allied Health Professionals supporting around 1,800 births a year across the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area.

The hospital is situated in Gorleston, 200 metres from the beach and picturesque countryside, on the Norfolk/Suffolk border close to the towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft and within commuting distance from several small villages with affordable housing and local amenities. Residents enjoy a good quality of life with easy access to the Norfolk Broads and unspoilt coastline with opportunities for wildlife, walking, cycling and sailing. The historic city of Norwich is only 20 miles with excellent schools, rail links to London and an international airport, for easy access to the Continent and beyond.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service to observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedures drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.

To observe local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures, and to comply with Regional and Trust Health and Safety policies.

To assume responsibility for and facilitate contact from members of staff with delegated duties for personally accountable patient care.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration
• ALS,ALERT or Equivalent
• Successful completion of Part 1 MRCOG at time of application

Desirable criteria

• Post CCT

Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Evidence of achievement of competencies of ST3 and above
• Ability to prioritise clinical needs with awareness of own limitations and the ability to know when to consult senior advice.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Training / experience in intermediate gynaecological surgery, including diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
• Competent to perform instrumental delivery and uncomplicated LSCS and ERPC

Desirable criteria

• Other relevant degrees or diplomas
• Advanced Training in gynaecology surgery/ATSM/SITM

Academic Achievements

Essential criteria

• Demonstrate understanding of the principles of audit and research
• Ability to provide complete details of employment history

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements , e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
• Evidence of interest and experience in teaching

The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognises the requirement to promote health and reduce ill-health. The Trust is committed to the principles of improving working lives through a number of initiatives such as job share, flexible working and the development of a culture of openness and transparency. The Trust is committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
'Prior consideration will be given to NHS At Risk staff within East of England'

Tier 2 Sponsorship : We are pleased to consider applicants who require Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK but it is unlikely that we would be able to appoint if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled UK/Right to work candidate is available. Applying for entry clearance into the UK, must provide 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Visa and Immigration

If you are wishing to apply for this role and would require sponsorship (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer), you can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.

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Please note that should we experience a high level of interest in this post, the vacancy may be closed prior to the stated closing date.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• st3 clinical fellow (PDF, 297.7KB)
• Hospital Site Map (PDF, 2.7MB)
• Recruitment of Ex-offenders (PDF, 90.9KB)
• Recruitment 2025 (PDF, 4.7MB)
• Princes Trust Support (JPG, 422.2KB)
• Apollo Project (PDF, 12.6MB)

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