Senior Clinical Fellow with Special Interest in Maternal Medicine

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Maternal Medicine at a leading NHS Trust. The role involves excellent clinical care, working with a reputable consultant team, and opportunities for research in obstetric medicine.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in OBGYN.
• Experience communicating with patients and the public.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent clinical care and support MDT.
• Conduct ward rounds and antenatal clinics.
• Participate in clinics and delivery suite duties.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Sensitivity

Education

GMC Registration MRCOG

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow with Special Interest in Maternal Medicine

Employer: Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 16 May 2025

Job summary

We invite applications for this exciting opportunity within the Obstetrics Department of Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
We seek ambitious, brave, and compassionate individuals eager to work in our Maternal Medicine team. The candidate should be able to deliver excellent clinical care, hone their clinical skills, and develop research interests in obstetric medicine. You will work alongside our reputed Consultant team, including Dr Victoria Hodgetts-Morton and Dr Ellen Knox.

Birmingham Women's Hospital has provided exceptional care to pregnant mothers for over 50 years. We are recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for obstetric care and research. We employ a holistic approach to treatment. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced O&G doctor with or completing higher specialty training in Obstetrics.

Main duties of the job

The department aims to appoint a Clinical Fellow in Maternal Medicine (ST 6-7 equivalent). The post can start as soon as possible for a duration of one year, with potential renewal. Responsibilities include 2-3 supervised sessions weekly in specialized areas, ward rounds, and antenatal clinics. The fellow will support the regular MDT and may work with the West Midlands Network.

The successful candidate will collaborate with local and regional teams, working closely with the lead obstetrician for the Maternal Medicine service. The weekly timetable is flexible; hours are full-time with on-call commitments on a 1 in 10 rota, banding 1B. Duties include clinics, delivery suite, ward rounds, and sessions in fetal medicine. Delivery suite duty is on a 3rd on-call basis, with ample supervision and training opportunities.

About us

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's first of its kind, formed in 2017 to deliver high-quality, world-class care for women, children, and families. Our hospitals provide seamless care, advanced treatments, and pioneering research, especially in neonatal and fetal medicine.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a leading paediatric center with an international reputation. Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, delivering over 8,000 babies annually and offering comprehensive gynecological, maternity, and neonatal services.

Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services provide innovative mental health care pathways for young people aged 0-25, including community and inpatient services.

Our Trust promotes an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace and encourages applications from all qualified community members.

Job description

Refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details. When applying, demonstrate how you meet these criteria, including transferable experience, qualifications, skills, and registration details. Apply promptly, as applications may close early if we receive many responses.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC Registration MRCOG

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in OBGYN
• Experience communicating with patients and the public
• Empathetic and sensitive approach to patients
• Enthusiasm for working in our center’s treatment and research areas

Desirable

• MRCOG Part 3 Passed

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to assess service user behaviors and escalate as needed
• Sensitivity to patients, donors, and staff needs
• Teamwork, reliability, conscientiousness
• Flexibility, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Prioritization, tact, diplomacy, adaptability
• Role model qualities

Other Requirements

• Genuine interest in maternal medicine
• Work mainly Monday to Friday, including public holidays
• Rota may include early starts, late finishes, weekends, and manual handling tasks

Additional Information

This post is subject to DBS checks, and sponsorship considerations are welcome. Applicants must hold UK professional registration. For detailed info, visit our website.