Locum Consultant Obstetrician

NHS; Telford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Locum Obstetric Consultant to join a dynamic team at a busy Trust in Telford. The role involves leading antenatal clinics, managing labor ward activities, and developing clinical skills. Ideal candidates will have an MBBS, MRCOG, and advanced obstetric experience, with a salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 per year. This fixed-term position offers an engaging work environment focused on maternal health and patient care.

Qualifications

• Evidence of achievement of GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
• Ability to perform all obstetric skills required for labour ward management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct antenatal clinics and manage caesarean sections.
• Participate in resident labour ward days and nights.
• Work in a multi-professional team to deliver clinical and quality targets.

Skills

Obstetric skills for labour ward management

CTG interpretation

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCOG or equivalent

Advanced Labour Ward Practice ATSM

Job description

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust are looking to appoint a Locum Obstetric Consultant to join 27 other Obstetric and Gynaecology Consultants in our busy secondary care Trust.

Main duties of the job:

• Antenatal clinics
• Caesarean section lists
• Resident Labour Ward Days and Nights with a Tier 2 & Tier 1 doctor
• Flexible sessions depending on skills and abilities
• Developing enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients
• Working well in a multi-professional team
• Delivering clinical and quality targets with clinical teams and commissioners
• Following patients throughout their clinical pathways

About us

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) provides acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and mid Wales. Our main locations are the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury, providing a wide range of services including emergency, outpatient, diagnostics, inpatient care, and critical care.

Details

• Date posted: 17 July 2025
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 6 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 223-MLC2162
• Location: The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, TF1 6TF

Job responsibilities

A formal job plan will be agreed within 3 months of starting, based on a 10 PA working week, including clinical work, teaching, research, and managerial responsibilities. The plan will be reviewed annually and includes commitments both internal and external, with personal objectives linked to service improvements and strategic priorities.

For full-time, the weekly allocation is approximately 8.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) of Direct Clinical Care and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs). The allocation may be reviewed and adjusted based on service demands.

Person Specification

• Essential qualifications: MBBS or equivalent, MRCOG or equivalent, Advanced Labour Ward Practice ATSM (or equivalent experience)
• Desirable: Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT/CESR

• Essential entry criteria: Evidence of achievement of GMC standards in Good Medical Practice, ability to perform all obstetric skills required for labour ward management, including complex C/Sections, instrumental delivery, 3/4th degree repairs, MROP, CTG interpretation

Other requirements

• This post is subject to DBS check
• Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; further info available on UK Visas and Immigration website
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration; more info on NHS Careers website

Employer details

• Name: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
• Address: The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, TF1 6TF
• Website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/