Consultant Obstetrician

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join their esteemed team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This full-time position offers the chance to work within a supportive environment, managing high-risk pregnancies and contributing to a range of specialist clinics. The role involves both clinical responsibilities and opportunities for leadership within a well-established team. With a commitment to career development and a focus on work-life balance, this position is ideal for those passionate about obstetrics and looking to make a significant impact in patient care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology required.
• Experience in high-risk obstetrics and leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage obstetric patients at consultant level.
• Organise and be responsible for diagnosis and treatment.

Skills

Obstetrics

Gynaecology

Risk Management

Leadership

Fetal Medicine

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCOG or equivalent

Relevant CCT or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

The Obstetric and Gynaecology team are looking to appoint a new colleague for a full-time, 10 PAS, permanent post based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton.

The post holder will join a team of 17 Consultants and a Specialty Doctor and will have accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and be on the specialist register.

The successful candidate will have a passion for Obstetrics and risk management with expertise in management of high-risk pregnancy. They will help to support the Fetal Medicine service and preterm clinic. Interest and experience in risk management would be of benefit in this appointment.

The department has a 3 tier on-call rota for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, currently with a 1:12 on call commitment. This may be subject to change as the needs of the department are evaluated with a growing and increasingly specialist consultant workforce.

This post will require cover of the obstetric on-call part of the rota only, though should the successful candidate be qualified and comfortable with emergency gynaecology this could be included. The candidate will join an already well-established team, which includes Consultants with special interests in Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine, and diabetes, Urogynaecology, Menstrual Dysfunction, Minimal Access surgery and Endometriosis, Gynaecological Oncology

Main duties of the job

To provide, to a high standard, the full range of specialist diagnostic and treatment services to patients requiring obstetric services, as outlined in the proposed programme. This includes management of obstetric patients at consultant level i.e labour ward management and decision making regarding high-risk obstetric patients.

To organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients at Musgrove Park Hospital. Except in emergencies or where otherwise agreed with your manager, you are responsible for fulfilling the duties and responsibilities and undertaking the Programmed Activities set out in your Job Plan, as reviewed annually. You are responsible for the associated duties set out in of the Terms and Conditions.

The purpose of including agreed personal objectives in your Job Plan is to set out in clear and transparent terms what you and your clinical manager have agreed should reasonably be achieved in the time in question. These objectives are not contractually binding in themselves, but you have a duty to make all reasonable efforts to achieve them.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-FAM-1800

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Job description Job responsibilities

Clinical service arrangements

We are keen to encourage applicants to apply who would work well within an already well-established team of specialists.

You will work a day on delivery suite as part of a 3 person on-call buddy system, covering the labour ward, triage and the antenatal and postnatal wards.

You will provide cover for the DCDA twin clinic and Rainbow (bereavement) clinic.

You will provide cover, in part, for the Perinatal Mental Health Clinic and run twice a week dedicated elective Caesarean lists

You will take part in learning and review (risk) meetings as part of the MDT team

Job description Job responsibilities

Clinical service arrangements

We are keen to encourage applicants to apply who would work well within an already well-established team of specialists.

You will work a day on delivery suite as part of a 3 person on-call buddy system, covering the labour ward, triage and the antenatal and postnatal wards.

You will provide cover for the DCDA twin clinic and Rainbow (bereavement) clinic.

You will provide cover, in part, for the Perinatal Mental Health Clinic and run twice a week dedicated elective Caesarean lists

You will take part in learning and review (risk) meetings as part of the MDT team

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• Relevant CCT or equivalent ("equivalence" must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

• MSc. or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• Clinical experience at senior level in high risk obstetrics and/or Fetal Medicine
• Statement regarding appropriate training and experience.
• Leadership experience

Desirable

• Sub specialty training/ATSM in
• Fetal medicine, high risk pregnancy, maternal medicine, Labour ward lead

Additional Criteria Essential

• Please see the attached Job Description for details on further essential criteria required for this position

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• Relevant CCT or equivalent ("equivalence" must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

• MSc. or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• Clinical experience at senior level in high risk obstetrics and/or Fetal Medicine
• Statement regarding appropriate training and experience.
• Leadership experience

Desirable

• Sub specialty training/ATSM in
• Fetal medicine, high risk pregnancy, maternal medicine, Labour ward lead

Additional Criteria Essential

• Please see the attached Job Description for details on further essential criteria required for this position

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)