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Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with an interest in General and High-Risk Obstetrics
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref
236-OCO-CON-O&G-HRO-24
Employer
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Oldham Hospital
Town
Oldham
Salary
£93,666 - £126,281 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
10/05/2024 23:59

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Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust logo

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (High-Risk Obs)

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Consultant within Obstetrics. The successful postholder will have experience and an interest in High-Risk Pregnancy. As a Consultant at Royal Oldham Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of women's healthcare, contributing to our commitment to excellence and innovation.  You will be a strong collaborator, confident in working closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of care for both mother and baby. You will act as role model who champions our values and behaviours with a passion to ensure the delivery of the highest quality of care to patients.

Main duties of the job

Your duties will involve overseeing the comprehensive care of pregnant women facing complex medical conditions or obstetric complications. This includes the diagnosis, management, and coordination of care for patients with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or other high-risk factors, ensuring the well-being of both mother and baby throughout the antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods. Your role will extend to providing leadership within a multidisciplinary team, participating in clinical governance, and contributing to the continuous improvement of obstetric services. Your dedication to patient-centred care, collaboration with colleagues, and a commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements will be paramount in ensuring the highest standards of care and maintaining Royal Oldham Hospital's position as a centre of excellence in Obstetrics. You will also have a Gynaecology Clinic and theatre time as part of the job plan which is flexible to your interest. For candidates wanting to do wholly Obstetrics, this can also be accommodated. 

Working for our organisation

Formed in October 2021, the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners.

Royal Oldham is a prominent location, nestled in the heart of Greater Manchester. Renowned for its accessibility, the town is easily reached by various modes of transportation. Situated 11 miles northeast of Manchester, Royal Oldham enjoys the advantage of being close to the vibrant urban life of the city while maintaining its distinct identity. The surrounding area is characterised by a mix of residential neighbourhoods, green spaces, and cultural amenities. Oldham's educational features a mix of primary and secondary schools that offer students a comprehensive and well-rounded learning experience.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR CANDIDATES: Candidates may apply via NHS Jobs or directly to Hunter Healthcare via the email below with a CV and supporting statement.

If you would like a further discussion on the role, in the first instance please contact our retained search partner Isobel Harrop at Hunter Healthcare on 07566700706 or [email protected]

Person specification

Qualifications and Professional Registration

Essential criteria
  • MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
  • Relevant CCT or equivalent (“equivalence” must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by the date of the AAC)
  • Entry onto the GMC specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential criteria
  • Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
  • ATSM in High Risk Pregnancy
  • ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice
  • Knowledge of risk assessment
  • Evidence of service development
  • Experience of supervising junior medical colleagues
Desirable criteria
  • ATSM Advanced Antenatal practice
  • Intermediate Obstetrics USS module
  • ATSM in benign abdominal surgery OR demonstrable experience to manage elective/ emergency gynaecology lists OR ATSM acute gynaecology and early pregnancy
  • Evidence of management and administration experience
  • Interest in research publications relevant to obstetrics
  • Interest in medical education
  • Completed special skills modules appropriate to the post

Skills & Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to manage other staff/ understanding of audit systems
  • Understanding of Clinical Governance issues
  • Good leadership skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies verbally and in writing
  • Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
  • Good organisational and management skills
  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
  • Caring attitude to patients
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of management and administration experience

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Fair Train work experience quality standard - gold standardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoWorkplace Wellbeing Charter LogoArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Disability confident employerInclusive Top 50 LogoStep into health

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Dr Annabel Dieh
Job title
Clinical Director
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 656 1846
Additional information

Mr Andrew Gardner
[email protected]
0161 778 5384

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