CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS – FETAL MEDICINE

Integrated Care System; Leicester; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dynamic and experienced Consultant in Obstetrics for their Tertiary level obstetrics service. The role involves providing antenatal care, supervising juniors, and contributing to research and governance. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and a commitment to high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional maternity services.

Qualifications

• MB BS or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience in managing high-risk obstetrics cases.
• Ability to provide clinical leadership and supervision.
• Skills in teaching and developing juniors.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive antenatal care and support.
• Participate in the acute obstetric service including ward rounds.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff effectively.
• Engage in multidisciplinary case discussions and governance.

Skills

High-risk clinical opinion

Fetal medicine experience

Invasive procedure ability

Teaching commitments

Management skills

Education

MB BS or Equivalent

Full GMC Registration

MRCOG or specialist registration

Relevant CCT or equivalent

Job description

Go back University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS – FETAL MEDICINE

The closing date is 19 August 2025

The department is looking for a dynamic and energetic Obstetrician to contribute to our Tertiary level obstetrics service at University Hospitals of Leicester, NHS Trust.

To provide a weekly antenatal clinic

To participate in the acute obstetric service at UHL, including Maternity Assessment Unit, ward rounds, Caesarean section lists

Supervise and train junior medical staff.

Undertake sessions on the Delivery Suite i.e. participate in the hot week, and work closely with midwifery and other colleagues to engender a supportive and mutually respectful atmosphere.

Take part in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning.

Teaching, complaint and incident management and administration.

To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.

To contribute to ongoing research activities at UHL. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

The appointment will be whole time. Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with Consultant colleagues.

Main duties of the job

The job plan will be subject to annual review, with any revisions sought by mutual agreement but it is expected that the successful candidate will work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.

The job plan runs over a nine week period and consists of 2 types of working week:

Hot Week Delivery Suite Cover

Core job plan

The Consultants work in teams. The teams provide prospective cover for clinics, MAU and elective Caesarean section lists. Therefore there has to be a degree of flexibility for these sessions.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job responsibilities

It is expected that most consultants within the Trust will have 2 PAs for Supporting

Professional Activities (SPA).

1.5 PAs are allocated as a minimum to all consultants for SPA in order to support the requirements of revalidation, which include activities such as participating in audit, CPD and mandatory training.

In addition, 0.25 PA will be allocated for Educational Supervisors per supervisee and 0.25 PA for education/teaching

The successful candidate will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their Clinical Department. They will have an understanding of the wider health agenda and modern NHS.

The successful candidate will be required to work in a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.

This job description is not to be taken as an exhaustive list of duties and it may be reviewed in the light of changed service needs and development. Any changes will be fully discussed with the post holder. The post holder will be required to carry out the duties appropriate to the grade and scope of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

• MB BS or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
• Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
• Sub-speciality training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine or eligibility for
• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.

Job related special skills

• Offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in high-risk Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine
• To have experience in the management and counselling of patients referred with fetal anomalies at a tertiary level.
• Ability to carry out invasive procedures.
• To participate in the on-call rota.
• Active involvement in audits and research

Experience / Clinical Skills

• Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
• Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
• Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
• Delivery of good acute clinical care

Communication

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
• To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
• Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
• Highly developed emotional intelligence
• High standard of presentation both written and verbal
• Demonstrable track record of successful change management
• Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment

Management

• Awareness of Service Development issues
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Management training on an accredited course

Personal Attributes

• Good leadership skills ooo o o o oocommunicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies oEmpathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others' perspectives; caring approach to patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
• Good organisational and management skills
• Supportive and tolerant
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Caring attitude to patients
• Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital
• communicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• oEmpathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others' perspectives; caring approach to patients.
• oATSM Labour Ward Lead

Teaching

• Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
• Post graduate qualification or ATSM in medical education
• Appraisal and assessment skills

Motivation

• Personal integrity and reliability.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.

Audit/ Quality Improvement

• Experience in and commitment to medical audit
• Completion of formal courses in audit
• Published audit

Research

• Understanding and interest in research.
• Evidence of recent research and development activity
• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the speciality

Equality & Diversity

• oAble to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust