Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Barnsley is seeking a Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist to join a progressive team in South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in consolidating existing services while developing further according to national guidelines. Opportunities are available to enhance skills in specialist interests in obstetrics or gynaecology, making this an exciting position for those passionate about women's health. A commitment to patient care and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration is mandatory for this role.
• MRCOG or equivalent qualification is required.
• CCT or an equivalent qualification must be held.
• Candidates must be on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of anticipated CCT date.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Consolidate and develop maternity and gynecology services.
• Manage and supervise junior medical staff.

Skills

Good leadership skills

Effective communication

Enthusiasm under pressure

Good organisational skills

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Caring attitude

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCOG or equivalent

CCT or equivalent

On GMC Specialist Register

Special Interest accreditation (ATSM)

Higher Degree

Evidence of research/publication

Job description

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is lookingto recruit a Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist. An exciting opportunity hasarisen to join a friendly and forward thinking obstetrics and gynaecology teamin a successful Trust in South Yorkshire. It is anticipated that the successfulcandidate, with the support of the new Gynaecology and Maternity MedicineNetwork, will help consolidate current services as well as developing furtherservices in line with the national maternity plan and Saving Babies Lives V3.The postholder will also have the opportunity to develop their skills in aspecialist interest if so desired. This special interest can be in eitherobstetrics or gynaecology and can be discussed at interview.

Any candidates shortlisted who require alternativearrangements should inform the recruitment team following shortlisting.

Main duties of the job

The full job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Goodrating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment andachieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. Weare proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainablefuture for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

Therehas never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at paceand a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, wherestaff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey tosustainability and growth.

BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunityand fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnicorigin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion orbelief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

Thecost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only willbe met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

• Good leadership skills.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, midwives and other staff groups.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration.
• MRCOG or equivalent.
• CCT or equivalent.
• On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of anticipated CCT date on the date of interview.
• Special Interest accreditation (ATSM) / Equivalent in obstetric medicine.
• Higher Degree.
• Evidence of research/publication.

Management, Admin, Teaching and Training experience

• Understands importance of management skills.
• Experience ofsupervising junior medical staff and medical students.
• Evidence of management and administration experience.

Experience

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCT.

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.