Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 149,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (Clinical Lead) for a part-time role in Shetland. This position involves clinical leadership and the provision of obstetric and gynaecological services in a remote setting. The candidate is expected to have a medical degree with specialization, along with strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary and additional benefits, including support for relocation and professional development.

Benefits

8% On-call supplement

Shetland Allowance (£2,482/year)

Relocation assistance (up to £8,000)

Support for courses and conferences

Travel and accommodation support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a medical degree and specialized training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Experience in clinical leadership is essential.
• Candidates should demonstrate commitment to policy adherence and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for obstetric and gynaecology services.
• Maintain clinical skills through part-time work with an NHS Trust.
• Oversee low to medium risk obstetrics and manage gynaecological services.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Obstetric care

Gynaecological services

Policy adherence

Education

Medical degree specializing in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Job description

Position: Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (Clinical Lead)

Location: Gilbert Bain Hospital, Shetland, United Kingdom

Employer: NHS Scotland

Contract: Flexible Part-Time, 30 weeks per annum

Salary Range: £111,430 - £148,064 per annum (pro rata)

Additional Benefits: 8% On-call supplement, Shetland Allowance (£2,482/year), Relocation assistance (up to £8,000), Support for courses and conferences, Travel and accommodation support

Job Description

Join the Shetland healthcare team to develop obstetric and gynaecology services in a remote setting. The role involves providing clinical leadership, working on a rota in Shetland, and maintaining skills through part-time work with a preferred NHS Trust. The post includes responsibilities for low to medium risk obstetrics, gynaecological services, and leadership in policy adherence and best practices.

Candidates will undertake a minimum of 17 weeks of clinical practice in Shetland, divided into 4-week blocks, with additional time allocated for leave, professional development, and sub-specialty interests. The role offers a reasonable on-call commitment, with remuneration aligned with the Scottish Consultant Scale at 0.57WTE, and support for training, travel, and accommodation.

Shetland handles approximately 200 deliveries annually, with local facilities for elective caesarean sections, high-risk follow-up via telehealth, and emergency retrieval by air ambulance. The team comprises multidisciplinary professionals including midwives, anesthetists, and surgeons.

For more information, contact Jacquie Whitaker, Chief Midwife, or Dr. Kirsty Brightwell, Medical Director, at ell2@. The closing date for applications is August 17, 2025, with interviews scheduled for September 2, 2025.

Applicants must join or update the PVG Scheme and are encouraged to apply regardless of community background, promoting equal opportunity.