Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Chertsey, Surrey

A permanent position for a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a special interest in Urogynaecology. It is expected that the successful candidates will contribute to both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The candidate will also have a role in providing Labour Ward, Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-calls, Emergency Gynaecology and Elective Caesarean section lists. The candidate will also have opportunities to contribute to wider departmental responsibilities such as Governance and Leadership and Education.

Candidates must have full GMC registration, have CCT (or be within 6 months of obtaining it), and be on the specialist register with evidence of training in urogynaecology. They must also be keen and willing to partake in the Obstetrics on call and cover (non-resident). This substantive post attracts 10 PAs in an approximate 8.5:1.5 split and includes a 1 in 16 non-resident on call rota and a 1 in 16 consultant of the week duty. Flexibility in job planning is a key part of the role. We pay particular attention to work-life balance and the job plan reflects this. Applicants wishing to work part time will also be considered.

Main duties of the job include:

• Deliver Clinical, Educational, Managerial Services of the highest professional standard at Consultant Level to the Department.
• Work with existing consultants and the multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality well-led service for patients of Ashford & St Peter's, including the diagnosis, investigations, treatment and management of patients, in accordance with Trust policies and practices.
• Deliver Direct Clinical Care to patients, through all parts of the Department assisting clinical decision-making and sharing equally in the workload.
• Provide consultant cover in ward rounds, multi-disciplinary team meetings, clinics, theatre time, and ensure early investigations and disposition of patients is achieved.
• Have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, ensuring safe handover as appropriate.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate for a consultant.

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts including an excellent pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, on-site nurseries, staff cafes, parking, and support in career development.

For further information, please contact Specialty Lead Miss Abigail Le Bas on Abigail.lebas@nhs.net.

Job responsibilities include:

• The Job Plan is based on 8.5 PAs of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) which will be organised on a 16-week rota.
• The rota allows for Consultants to alternate working on busy and less busy days in order to equalise workloads.
• A specific job plan will be agreed between the appointed consultant and to meet the needs of the service.
• The Job Plan will be reviewed annually.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Full GMC Registration, MRCOG (or equivalent), Evidence of training, experience and independent practice in both Obstetrics & Gynaecology, CCT or eligible within six months of interview date.
• Experience: Evidence of thorough, broad training in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ability to independently manage a high risk labour ward, Take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients.
• Skills: Highly skilled in the management and treatment of patients admitted to the specialty, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.