Specialty Doctor - Contraception and Sexual Health

Job summaryAre you a passionate and experienced Specialty Doctor looking to make a real difference in sexual and reproductive healthcare?We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time (7.5 PA) Specialty Doctor in Contraception and Sexual and Reproductive Health (CSRH) to join Sexual Health Dorset on a permanent basis.Working across Dorset, primarily from our Bournemouth and Weymouth hubs, you will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to a diverse population.This is a varied and rewarding role with opportunities to provide specialist contraception and sexual health care, including scan guided complex contraception management and long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) services. You will contribute to our Complex Contraception and LARC clinics, support the nurse-led Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP) service and contribute to the training and development of colleagues and trainees.You will have a minimum of five year's experience as a College Registered Trainer and be fully qualified in ultrasound scan guided techniques and practice for MTOP and complex contraception.Sexual Health Dorset provides a comprehensive range of services including specialist GUM clinics, young people's services, PSM and HIV PrEP provision.This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative, forward-thinking service committed to improving sexual health outcomes while supporting professional development, teaching and service innovation.Main duties of the jobAs the Specialty Doctor you will work under the direction of the CSRH Consultant and as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals with a wide range of sexual and reproductive healthcare needs.Working closely with consultants, nurses, health advisors and operational colleagues, you will promote collaborative multidisciplinary working and help drive continuous service improvement. You will provide clinical leadership within the service and support the supervision, education and development of nursing staff, trainees and junior colleagues.As the Specialty Doctor you will contribute to teaching and training programmes, including support for DoCSRH, LoC IUT and LoC SDI training, while also participating in clinical audit, quality improvement, research and service development initiatives.The post is well supported by an Admin Manager, Data Lead and dedicated administrative team, providing full administrative and secretarial support to facilitate the smooth running of clinics and timely communication with clinicians, referrers and patients. Designated shared office space is available within the Hub.Dorset Healthcare offers excellent opportunities for professional development, NHS pension, generous annual leave and a range of wellbeing and flexible working benefits.To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Dr Shruti Batham, Consultant CSRH & GTPD Dorset Medical Lead; shruti.batham@nhs.netAbout usAt Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards ourDetailsDate posted04 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary 63,696 to 102,689 a year pa pro rata for part time ContractPermanentWorking pattern Part-time Reference number152-ME10.26Job locationsSexual Health Dorset @ Bournemouth66-68 Palmerston RoadBournemouthBH1 1HTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net Job description Job responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netPerson Specification Qualifications /Training EssentialGeneral medical qualification, e.g., MBBS, or equivalent and hold a Licence to Practise.Diploma in Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (DFSRH)Letter of competence in Intrauterine Techniques (LOC IUT)Letter of competence in Sub dermal implants (LOC SDI)CoRSH registered trainer for >5yearsFormal qualification in ultrasound scanning eg SSM from CoSRH or RCOGFull GMC Registration.DesirableMCoSRHSpecial interests within SRH such as menopause, psychosexual medicineMRCOG or diplomaDipGUM/Intermediate STIF competency or equivalent Experience EssentialAt least five years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a relevant specialty.Experience in CSRH, Genitourinary MedicineDesirableRelevant experience at a level where independent decision making was integral to the job. Skills and Knowledge EssentialHigh levels of competence in diagnosis, risk assessment, care planning and prescribing.Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.Able to prioritise work to meet competing clinical demands.Have good organisational skills and able to organise own work.Understand principles of multi-disciplinary team workingDemonstrate ability to work as a member of a team and to liaise effectively with colleagues within the hospital.Understand the importance of working with managers in the interest of good patient care.Have an understanding of own strengths and weaknesses and how these attributes affect professional functioning.Have an understanding of the stresses involved in being a specialty doctor and how to manage these appropriately.Demonstrate a good understanding of how to work in partnership with patients and carers. Interpersonal skills EssentialEvidence of strong and developed interpersonal skillsAll applicants have high level skills in written and spoken English to enable them to carry out their role effectively.Must meet the requirements of Good Medical Practice. Clinical Governance EssentialUnderstand and actively support the principles of Clinical Governance including audit and outcome measures.Demonstrate a good understanding of continuing professional development needs and revalidation Audit EssentialThorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects. Person Specification Qualifications /Training EssentialGeneral medical qualification, e.g., MBBS, or equivalent and hold a Licence to Practise.Diploma in Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (DFSRH)Letter of competence in Intrauterine Techniques (LOC IUT)Letter of competence in Sub dermal implants (LOC SDI)CoRSH registered trainer for >5yearsFormal qualification in ultrasound scanning eg SSM from CoSRH or RCOGFull GMC Registration.DesirableMCoSRHSpecial interests within SRH such as menopause, psychosexual medicineMRCOG or diplomaDipGUM/Intermediate STIF competency or equivalent Experience EssentialAt least five years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a relevant specialty.Experience in CSRH, Genitourinary MedicineDesirableRelevant experience at a level where independent decision making was integral to the job. Skills and Knowledge EssentialHigh levels of competence in diagnosis, risk assessment, care planning and prescribing.Able to provide clinical leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.Able to prioritise work to meet competing clinical demands.Have good organisational skills and able to organise own work.Understand principles of multi-disciplinary team workingDemonstrate ability to work as a member of a team and to liaise effectively with colleagues within the hospital.Understand the importance of working with managers in the interest of good patient care.Have an understanding of own strengths and weaknesses and how these attributes affect professional functioning.Have an understanding of the stresses involved in being a specialty doctor and how to manage these appropriately.Demonstrate a good understanding of how to work in partnership with patients and carers. Interpersonal skills EssentialEvidence of strong and developed interpersonal skillsAll applicants have high level skills in written and spoken English to enable them to carry out their role effectively.Must meet the requirements of Good Medical Practice. Clinical Governance EssentialUnderstand and actively support the principles of Clinical Governance including audit and outcome measures.Demonstrate a good understanding of continuing professional development needs and revalidation Audit EssentialThorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustAddressSexual Health Dorset @ Bournemouth66-68 Palmerston RoadBournemouthBH1 1HTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameDorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustAddressSexual Health Dorset @ Bournemouth66-68 Palmerston RoadBournemouthBH1 1HTUnited KingdomEmployer's website