Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology - High Risk Obstetric Interest

Countess of Chester Hospital Nhs Foundation Trust; Chester; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with a focus on high-risk obstetrics. The role involves leadership in antenatal care, counselling services, and participation in quality initiatives. This position offers a chance to work in a new state-of-the-art facility, emphasizing safe and effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with a special interest in high risk obstetrics.
• Competencies in obstetric scanning are essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading high risk antenatal clinics.
• Providing pre- and post-pregnancy counselling services.
• Participating in quality and safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership in high risk obstetric care

Obstetric scanning competencies

Job description

Working Full time :

10 Sessions per week

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a substantive Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with a special interest in high risk Obstetrics.

We seek an outstanding colleague to enhance our obstetric and gynaecology services. The successful candidate will provide leadership in high risk obstetric care, including multiple pregnancies, small for gestational age, and developing rainbow clinics for women with previous poor obstetric histories, with competencies in obstetric scanning.

This is a pivotal time as we prepare to move into our new state-of-the-art facility in Summer 2025.

Additional Responsibilities

• Leading high risk antenatal clinics
• Pre- and post-pregnancy counselling services
• Participation in local, regional, and national quality and safety initiatives
• Potential gynaecology component, focusing on ambulatory/outpatient or emergency gynaecology, based on skills and departmental needs
• Support for on-call gynaecology duties as required

Role Expectations

Flexibility in roles and commitment to delivering Safe, Kind, and Effective care are essential. The candidate will participate in a non-resident 3rd on-call rota (currently 1 in 12).

Qualifications and Skills

While suitable for general Obstetrics and Gynaecology consultants, preference will be given to those with high risk obstetrics interest and obstetric scanning competencies.

About the Trust

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust serves West Cheshire and Welsh patients, collaborating within the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. It operates across three locations:

• The Countess of Chester Hospital: 438 beds
• Ellesmere Port Hospital: 56 beds for rehabilitation, outpatient, and intermediate care
• Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: community services for rural populations

The Trust employs over 6,258 staff, providing a range of services to approximately 407,000 residents, with over 503,342 patient attendances in 2022/2023.

Application Details

Refer to the Job Description for further details. Recruitment is based on competence and values. Applicants will need to pay for their DBS check, with costs deducted over three months, and are encouraged to enroll in the DBS Update Service (£16/year).

New NHS entrants will start at the minimum of the salary scale. Early applications are advised as the vacancy may close prior to the advertised date if many applications are received.

Good luck with your application.