Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology

Liverpool Womens NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated doctor for the Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (PAG) team. The role, based across Liverpool Women's Hospital and Alder Hey Children's Hospital, requires ST5+ level experience. Responsibilities include delivering specialty clinics and being involved in research projects, with a focus on developing competencies in PAG.

Qualifications

• 5 years post registration in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
• Completion of ST4 competencies by appointment.
• GMC Registration with license to practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialty clinics and theatres at both Liverpool Women's and Alder Hey Hospitals.
• Register and undertake the RCOG's Special Interest Training Module.
• Maintain and develop clinical skills across Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Clinical skills

Research participation

Education

MBBS or Equivalent

MRCOG Part 1

Job description

Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women's has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work: https://vimeo.com/556197652

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

The successful candidate would be expected to work with the Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (PAG) team at both Liverpool Women's Hospital and Alder Hey Children's Hospital, delivering specialty clinics and theatres at both sites. They will be expected to gain the competencies set out in the RCOG SITM in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology. There will also be the opportunity to get involved in research projects and audits in relation to PAG at both sites.

The successful candidate will be a well-motivated doctor with experience of UK Obstetrics and Gynaecology practice who wants to develop their experience within the field of PAG. Evidence of a commitment to PAG would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

The candidate would be expected to work at ST5+ level (2 in 20 rota) either on Tier 2 (ST3-5) or Tier 3 (ST6-7+). The candidate would be provided with a template timetable. This will include PAG clinics and theatres at both Liverpool Women's and Alder Hey, as well as delivery suite and gynaecology emergency room. The following is a provisional time table. The postholder will be expected to register and undertake the RCOG's Special Interest Training Module in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology. It is expected that Dr Williams will be the Educational Supervisor for this module.

Depending on the successful candidate's training needs and existing skill set there may be an opportunity to complete Advanced Training Skills Modules or register for Special Interest Training Modules subject to negotiation, the candidate's existing skill set and School approval.

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.

UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.

https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The candidate would be expected to work at ST5+ level (2 in 20 rota) either on Tier 2 (ST3-5) or Tier 3 (ST6-7+). The candidate would be provided with a template timetable. This will include PAG clinics and theatres at both Liverpool Women's and Alder Hey, as well as delivery suite and gynaecology emergency room. The following is a provisional time table. The postholder will be expected to register and undertake the RCOG's Special Interest Training Module in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology. It is expected that Dr Williams will be the Educational Supervisor for this module.

Depending on the successful candidate's training needs and existing skill set there may be an opportunity to complete Advanced Training Skills Modules or register for Special Interest Training Modules subject to negotiation, the candidate's existing skill set and School approval.

The postholder will have opportunity to maintain and develop clinical skills across Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Training will be tailored to the successful candidate and their learning needs. The postholder's focus will be on PAG, however, there is also the opportunity to explore research, teaching and Menopause care. This post is suited to a candidate with ST5+ UK clinical experience. Post CCT/ CESR applicants will be considered.

The successful candidate would be expected to work with the Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (PAG) team at both Liverpool Women's Hospital and Alder Hey Children's Hospital, delivering specialty clinics and theatres at both sites. They will be expected to gain the competencies set out in the RCOG SITM in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology. There will also be the opportunity to get involved in research projects and audits in relation to PAG at both sites.

Person specification

GMC Registration

Essential criteria

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practice

Educational and training Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MBBS or Equivalent
• MRCOG Part 1

Desirable criteria

• Higher medical degree or qualification
• MRCOG Part 2 Completion of basic ultrasound module or equivalent
• NTN in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Experience

Essential criteria

• 5 years post registration Obstetrics & Gynaecology - completion of ST4 competencies by appointment
• Workplace based assessments and OSATS showing competency for procedures at ST4 level and above (See RCOG training matrix)
• Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
• Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems.
• Demonstrates clear understanding of obstetrics practice in the UK.
• Computer/ IT literacy;
• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, research and quality improvement with potential to contribute to development of O&G

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of active participation in QI and audit
• Evidence of attendance at PAG-related training courses
• Previous experience in PAG
• Evidence of relevant academic research & achievements
• Evidence of working at a more senior level in supporting junior registrars

Posts advertised to 'internal staff' are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form.

Note: Under current Home Office Immigration Rules we are currently unable to offer right to work visa sponsorship for Band 2 and 3 roles with a salary of less than £25,000 pa as they do not meet the UK Visas & Immigration criteria.

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust has a responsibility and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility and is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns.

Trust policy requires the cost of DBS applications be recovered via salary. The amount of £21.50(standard) or £41.50(enhanced) can be deducted from salary, in manageable monthly instalments for up to 3 months following commencement in post. DBS applications submitted from 2nd December will be subject to the new DBS fee of £26.40 (standard) and £54.40 (Enhanced).

The Trust is committed to creating a well-managed,flexible working environment that supports staff & promotes welfare & development. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity;we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community.We operate Zero Tolerance to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment.We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment & selection process is accessible to all.Flexible Working applications will be considered.

If you are disabled and have special support needs in applying for a job, attending for an interview or in undertaking any tests as part of a selection process, please contact the Trust's recruitment team on 0151 7064666 and someone from that team will ensure that the recruiting manager is aware of your particular needs.

Please Note: new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first paypoint of the relevant band.

LWH has a responsibility & is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children, young people & vulnerable adults & for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility & is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns.

Liverpool Women's Hospital is committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. To this end, we particularly welcome applicants from racially minoritised backgrounds, who have a disability, or are members of the Armed Forces, Reservists or Veterans.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 288.6KB)
• Person Specification (PDF, 48.7KB)
• Risk ID (PDF, 440.6KB)
• Recruitment Pack (PDF, 9.7MB)