Locum Consultant in Obstetrics

Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Smethwick is seeking a locum Consultant in High-Risk Obstetrics for a full-time position. The role involves providing high-quality care within the delivery suite and leading innovative practices. Applicants must be registered with the GMC and have relevant clinical training. Opportunities for leadership in maternity care and training are provided in this crucial role.

Qualifications

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (or expected within 6 months).
• Full GMC registration with license to practice.
• Clinical training equivalent to CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality obstetric care in the delivery suite.
• Lead management of High-Risk Obstetrics services.
• Promote in-house obstetric training and simulation.

Skills

Clinical training and experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Leadership and innovation

Collaboration with specialized teams

Education

Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

RCOG ATSM Accreditation

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a locum Consultant post for a period of 6 months to increase expertise in High‑Risk Obstetrics & Delivery Suite management within the Trust and to provide leadership and innovation within the Directorate of Maternity & Perinatal Medicine. The post will be based at MMUH, which delivers approximately 5,000 women per year and offers level 2+ NNU, full HDU and ITU care, as well as a co‑located midwifery‑led birthing unit and a comprehensive Fetal Medicine Unit.

The role includes clinical commitments with 1.5 PA support, and is a full‑time position. The post holder will join a team of experienced consultants to provide excellent maternity care, promote the national standards (e.g., Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle), and take part in delivering in‑house obstetric training.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality obstetric care within the delivery suite and high‑risk obstetrics services.
• Lead and innovate in the management of the High‑Risk Obstetrics & Delivery Suite.
• Promote in‑house delivery suite/obstetric training and simulation skills‑drills.
• Exercise clinical and managerial responsibility for antenatal services, especially for disadvantaged mothers.
• Work collaboratively with specialist midwives, community midwives, and allied regional services.
• Contribute to the achievement of national standards such as the Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle.

Qualifications

Required

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (or expected within 6 months of interview).
• RCOG ATSM Accreditation in Advanced Labour Ward Practice (or equivalent).
• Full GMC registration with license to practice.
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD / PhD).
• Completed or Instructor for PROMPT/MOET training.
• Special interest that complements the existing consultants.
• Experience in simulation and skills‑drills training in Obstetrics.
• Experience in ADAU services and third trimester scanning.
• Demonstrated interest in scanning – uterine and umbilical artery Dopplers.

About the Trust

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. We care for our patients, our population, and our people. Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – guide us in all we do. Our purpose is to improve life chances and health outcomes for our population. We strive to create a workplace where you feel you belong, are safe, happy and rewarded, and where you can develop your career on your own terms.