Resident Doctor ST1/2 (MN35)- Obstetrics and Gynaecology

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Watford is seeking a motivated SHO in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to deliver high-quality clinical care. The role involves participating in daily ward rounds and being part of the on-call rota. Candidates should possess a medical degree and show effective communication and teamwork skills. This training post offers a chance to work under experienced Registrars and Consultants, contributing to comprehensive care for women in maternity and gynaecology services. Apply soon as the advert closes on Thursday 22 Jan 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for disabled individuals

Qualifications

• Ability to assess and manage patients under supervision.
• Experience in assisting with deliveries and emergencies.
• Familiarity with antenatal and gynaecology care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to obstetric and gynaecology patients.
• Participate in daily ward rounds.
• Contribute to on-call duties and emergencies.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Patient management

Education

Medical degree

Job description

A Vacancy at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

The SHO in Obstetrics & Gynaecology provides junior doctor level clinical care across obstetric and gynaecological services under the supervision of Senior Registrars and Consultants. This is a training post (or equivalent trust-grade post) and forms part of the department’s on-call rota, contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality care for women attending maternity, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology services.

Clinical Care

• Participate in daily ward rounds for antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology inpatients.
• Assess and manage patients presenting to antenatal triage/day assessment units.
• Support labour ward and delivery suite care, including assisting in normal deliveries and emergencies.
• Attend gynaecology outpatient clinics and assist in elective and emergency theatre sessions.
• Contribute to assessment and management of women presenting via Emergency Department with gynaecological or early pregnancy concerns.
• Undertake procedures and patient care tasks appropriate for SHO level under senior supervision.

On-Call Duties

• Participate fully in the department’s on-call rota, including evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Provide SHO level cover for obstetric and gynaecology emergencies when on duty, escalating complex clinical situations to registrars/consultants.
• Provide medical input for acute admissions on the labour ward, antenatal unit, gynaecology ward and emergency gynaecology services.

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, midwives, nursing staff and the multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide handover to colleagues at shift changes to ensure continuity of care.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical notes and ensure discharge summaries are completed when required.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award‑winning virtual hospital and re‑imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [e-mail]

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated SHO in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to join our team. This role involves providing junior doctor‑level clinical care across obstetric and gynaecological services, working under the guidance of Senior Registrars and Consultants. This is a training post (or equivalent trust‑grade position) and includes participation in the department’s on-call rota. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering safe, high‑quality care for women across maternity, antenatal, postnatal, and gynaecology services.

This advert closes on Thursday 22 Jan 2026.