Consultant in Gender Dysphoria in City of London

We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics.

With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities.

Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice—a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support .

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join TransPlus, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust's innovative, community-informed gender health service, as a Consultant within our multidisciplinary team. We welcome applications from consultants working in specialties relevant to gender dysphoria and gender-affirming care, including HIV Medicine, Sexual Health, Endocrinology, Psychiatry and other related disciplines. TransPlus provides holistic, person-centred care for trans, non-binary and gender-diverse people across London and is founded on principles of inclusivity, co-production, clinical excellence and reducing health inequalities. The successful candidate will play a key role in the continued development of gender dysphoria services, working alongside a highly skilled MDT to shape and deliver innovative pathways that improve access, experience and outcomes for patients, while upholding the values and ethos that have made TransPlus a nationally recognised leader in gender health care.

The consultant will divide their time between TransPlus and their substantive specialty, bringing expertise from their clinical field while contributing to the delivery and ongoing development of innovative, multidisciplinary gender health services for trans and gender-diverse people across London.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide assessment and diagnosis of gender dysphoria, in the role of a ‘lead clinician’ as per Appendix H of the NHSE Service specification: Gender Identity Services for Adults (Non-Surgical Interventions). They will formulate treatment plans for those who meet the diagnostic criteria, as well as providing endorsement for gender affirming surgery where appropriate. They will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of nurses, pharmacists and resident doctors to provide holistic and safe care for the duration of the patient’s care under TransPlus. They will regularly attend multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and ongoing service delivery. It is anticipated that the post holder will partake in research and audit within TransPlus.

The post-holder will be required to build on existing close relations with colleagues and allied organisations as part of a multidisciplinary team. They will also be required to participate in quality improvement, research and management of the service. It is anticipated that the post-holder will engage in specific management tasks and contribute to monthly departmental meetings in agreement with the Clinical Lead.

They will also be expected to work alongside the other consultants in providing educational supervision for the multidisciplinary team and participate in Wednesday morning educational activities.

Working for our organisation

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c. European Community Rights
• RCP Professional Certificate in Adult GIH
• Teaching Qualification

Experience

• Experience of audit, quality improvement and other aspects of clinical governance
• Clinical and educational supervision experience
• Equality and diversity training
• Experience of setting up and conducting clinical research studies and collaborating with other researchers
• Experience of developing patient centred healthcare, especially for individuals with increased vulnerability and /or complexity

Skills and Knowledge

• Experience of undergraduate teaching and post graduate training

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrable evidence of being able and willing to understand the Trust PROUD values
• Ability to lead change

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• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
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Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

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 Dr Tara Suchak Job title Service Director - TransPlus Email address tarasuchak@nhs.net Additional information

Prof Marta Boffito, Clinical Director, marta.boffito@nhs.net

The recruitment team are available to provide support from 9am–5pm, Mon–Fri. To contact the team please call the Trust switchboard and ask for ‘Recruitment team, Human Resources Department’.

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