SHO/ Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a passionate Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant department, supporting a diverse range of clinical activities in a busy hospital environment. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, gaining invaluable experience in managing high-risk cases and participating in specialized clinics. Ideal for those looking to advance their career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, this position promises a supportive atmosphere and the chance to make a real difference in patient care. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare and take the next step in your professional journey.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for career progression

Access to specialized clinics

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 2 years’ NHS experience required with at least 4 months in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Full GMC registration and MRCOG part 1 are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work on a 16-week rolling rota covering Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Participate in antenatal clinics and postnatal ward coverage.

Skills

Emergency assessment in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Management plans and clinical protocols

Assisting in Caesarean sections

Clinical audit experience

Understanding of clinical research principles

Education

Full registration with the GMC

MRCOG part 1

Job description

SHO/ Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow

Main area: Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term)

Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week

Job ref: 293-SWNS-MED-0191

Site: Homerton University Hospital

Town: Homerton

Salary: £41,750 - £54,468 per annum (pro rata)

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 02/01/2025 23:59

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Job overview

We are looking to recruit 1 Senior House Officer/ Junior Clinical Fellow to complete our staff of 16 Consultants, 4 post-CCT fellows, 14 Specialist Registrars/Trust Clinical Fellows, and 16 SHO/FY2/ Junior clinical fellow doctors. The post holder should have 2 years’ NHS experience, at least 4 months’ experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and an interest in pursuing a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (either by subsequently applying for a training number or via the CESR route). We have an excellent track record of supporting clinical fellows to progress in their career via both the training and CESR routes.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work on a 16-week rolling rota and will undertake a range of activities, including:

1. Obstetrics on-call (day and night)
2. Gynaecology on-call (day and night)
3. Postnatal ward cover
4. Antenatal clinics
5. Gynaecology theatre lists

The posts are offered on a full-time basis (40 hours per week).

Working for our organisation

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is a supportive, busy, and innovative department. The Obstetric unit has approximately 6000 deliveries per annum with a large proportion of high-risk cases. The Delivery Suite is supported by a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and attracts a large number of in-utero transfers. We have a tertiary referral Fetal Medicine Unit with 3 Consultants and 3 specialist midwives. We have specialist joint maternal medicine clinics with neurologists, rheumatologists, endocrinologists, haematologists, gastroenterologists, and cardiologists. We also work closely with perinatal psychiatrists as we are one of only a handful of hospitals in the UK to have a Mother and Baby Unit on site.

With regards to Gynaecology, we are an endometriosis centre and a tertiary referral centre for complex abortion care. There are also specialist clinics in the following areas: colposcopy, urogynaecology, vulval disease, perineal disorders, acute gynaecology, out-patient hysteroscopy, and early pregnancy. We also have a fertility unit staffed by 3 consultants.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see JD and Personal Specification for detailed information.

This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time, and this job description may, therefore, be amended in consultation with the post holder.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC
• MRCOG part 1

Clinical experience

• 2 years’ NHS experience
• At least 4 months’ O&G experience in the NHS

Clinical skills

• Ability to assess and manage emergencies in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Ability to make and implement management plans and clinical protocols.
• Ability to assist in Caesarean sections.

Audit and Research

• Clinical Audit Experience
• Understanding of principles and application of clinical research

General Guidance for Applicants

Please ensure that you read the "Guidance Notes On Submitting An Application" under "Additional Documentation" before completing your application.

Please note: we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working, and job-shares.

If you are interested in joining our team, please let us know your preferred working pattern in your application, and we will consider all requests for flexible working and try to accommodate them wherever possible.

Please note that secondment arrangements will be considered for any fixed-term positions, with the agreement of the existing line manager.

We are committed to equal opportunities and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name: Vikash Mistry

Job title: Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Email address: [e-mail]