Specialty Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Merseywestlancs; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and expanding team as a Specialty Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at a leading NHS Trust. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills while delivering high-quality multidisciplinary acute care. You will work alongside experienced consultants and junior staff, contributing to a supportive environment that values education and professional development. With a commitment to Five Star Patient Care, this role is perfect for motivated individuals seeking to make a difference in the community. Embrace this exciting opportunity to grow your career in a friendly and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required at appointment.
• 4 years postgraduate training with 2 years in specialty training.

Responsibilities

• Support and work with Consultants in O&G and junior medical teams.
• Participate in teaching and audit activities.

Skills

Obstetrics & Gynaecology experience

GMC registration

Teaching clinical skills

Audit participation

Management of junior medical staff

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Full MRCOG/MD or equivalent

Further Higher Degree CCT/CESR or equivalent

Job description

We want talented and enthusiastic people from all backgrounds to join #TeamMWL. With us, you can learn, grow, and develop yourself and your career, realizing your true ambitions and aspirations.

Whatever you’re looking for in your career, you’ll find it here at MWL.

Specialty Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor

Main area: Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (+ On Calls)
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week (PAs - Plus an additional 0.50 PA and full on-call rota)
Job ref: 409-6852259

Site: Ormskirk Hospital
Town: Ormskirk
Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 Per annum (Grade MC 75)
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 02/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 15/01/2025

Job Overview

This post is for a Specialty Doctor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This is a full-time post offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Medic to join a dynamic, rapidly expanding team delivering multidisciplinary acute care in Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the friendly & supportive O&G team at Ormskirk and District General Hospital. This post is particularly suitable for doctors who have experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and will provide clinical experience on the second on-call tier.

The post is a 10 PAs position (including on-call commitments) on the Specialty Doctor nationally agreed scale. There will be opportunities to embark on new ATSMs as appropriate, and it would be expected that any successful candidate would take an active role in the service provision of the department. In addition, they would be expected to have active participation in education and audit, which is a great opportunity to enhance your skillset.

The successful candidate will be expected to have full GMC registration at the time of appointment. Candidates without GMC will progress if shortlisted for interview, though will be expected to have GMC registration at the time of appointment.

Please be aware this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applicants is reached.

Interviews to take place on 15th January 2025.

Main Duties of the Job

The post holder will be supported by, and work in conjunction with, the Consultants in O&G, working alongside the other second on-call doctors, junior medical team, and nursing & midwifery colleagues. There is on-call commitment on the second on-call rota, so a minimum of 3 years O&G experience is required and a minimum of 12 months clinical experience including independent On Call activity in the UK.

This post is also suitable for senior trainees working towards their CESR. The department will support suitable and interested candidates with completion of ATSM based on mutual needs.

Working for Our Organisation

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities

The post will include a requirement to be involved in the teaching of junior staff, including those preparing for examinations such as MRCOG and DRCOG as well as teaching medical students from Liverpool University. There are also obstetric emergency study days and perineal workshops.

The trust is committed to continuing medical education and professional development. Successful candidates will be expected and encouraged to maintain and develop their skills, and all appropriate study leave will be supported by the trust.

Research & Audit Responsibilities

Involvement in audit will be expected and encouraged. The trust has a well-established audit unit to support this.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full MRCOG/ MD or equivalent medical qualification
• Further Higher Degree CCT/CESR or equivalent

Clinical Experience

• Completed 4 years full-time postgraduate training (or equivalent if part-time), at least 2 of which shall be in a specialty training programme in the specialty
• Experience of a broad range of medical/surgical specialties
• Experience of Obstetrics & Gynaecology as a specialty trainee or has equivalent experience and competencies
• Participated on/experience of 2nd/3rd on call in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Evidence of achieving ST1/ST2 competencies or equivalent relevant to Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Evidence of competence to manage Obstetrics & Gynaecology emergencies through continuous work-based assessments, portfolio evidence, including logbook documentation, if appropriate
• Experience & ability to manage junior medical staff
• RCOG ATSM or Equivalent and demonstrable experience including that relating to a special interest, Intermediate US skills module, LW ATSM, ATSM in acute gynaecology, advanced antenatal practice, ambulatory gynaecology, colposcopy or similar

Teaching Experience

• Ability to teach clinical skills to Junior Doctors

Other Attributes

• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Publications in preferred journals

Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. You are part of an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust that is one of the best places to work in England.

Given sometimes we receive a high volume of applications to work for us, please be aware that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated should a sufficient number of applications be received from which a shortlist can be confirmed. Therefore, you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

The Trust may contact you during the recruitment process for your feedback on your experience. We always aim for continuous improvement in our practice.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspectives, and experience you bring. We are grounded in the belief that diversity enhances our collective strength, fostering innovation and excellence within our workforce.