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Job summary

Main area
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Grade
Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
10 sessions per week (On call 1 in 15)
Job ref
344-RP9991CONWHQ
Employer
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
QEQM Hospital
Town
Margate
Salary
£99,532 - £131,964 Pro rata, per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
28/07/2024 23:59
Interview date
28/08/2024

Employer heading

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust logo

Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (High Risk Obstetrics)

Consultant

Job overview

This is a 10 PA substantive Consultant post in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a special interest in high risk Obstetrics or maternal medicine. It is a replacement post for QEQM and forms part of our expansion in consultant numbers to improve services for our women and babies. The post-holder will need to demonstrate competence in core Obstetrics and Gynaecology to enable he/she to fulfil the role of a general obstetrician and gynaecologist. It would be an advantage to have skills in intermediate or advanced obstetric scanning. The consultant will be expected to participate in Intrapartum and elective Obstetrics to ensure provision of the hours of consultant presence as required by the RCOG. The post is for up to 12 months initially. There is funding and RCOG approval for this post to be substantive

There will be a regular on call session (1 in 15) as well as regular antenatal clinics and caesarean lists. There is a 1 in 15 on call commitment for gynaecology and elective gynaecology work is also available. Your job plan will contain 10 Programmed Activities per week consisting of 8 direct clinical care PA’s and 2 supporting professional activity PA’s. The precise length of Programmed Activities may vary from week to week around the average assessment set out in the Job Plan.

We are a friendly unit and are looking for someone who works well in a team. We value new ideas and suggestions to improve our service.

Main duties of the job

  • Will be part of a 16 strong consultant team delivering on calls with a frequency of 1 in 15
  • Working as an Obstetrician with some acute gyanecology
  • High risk ANC
  • Caesarean list
  • Maternal medicine

Working for our organisation

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway. 


We’re on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.  

Our package of benefits includes an additional £20,000 payment* ** to thank you for choosing to work at our Trust.

In addition, through our Family First scheme we pledge to find roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post - For more information please visit https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/careers/family-first-scheme/ 

We also offer removal expenses (substantive positions), up to 32 days’ annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our ‘We care’ improvement journey, and medical education and research.

* ** refer to clauses associated with the Recruitment Premium - For more information, please contact Paul Barnes via [email protected] 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change. *

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • CCT or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology
  • ATSM advanced labour ward practice
  • Proven track record in high risk obstetrics and high risk caesarean sections
Desirable criteria
  • Skills in intermediate/advanced Obstetric scanning
  • ATSM or SITM in high risk antenatal or maternal medicine

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG part 2/3
  • Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School

Other

Essential criteria
  • Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites
  • Upholds and models the Trust values

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardThe Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion is the leading employer network covering all aspects of equality and inclusion in the workplace.Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyAge positiveInvestors in People: GoldDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - BronzeImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerThe Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (enei) is the UK's leading employer network covering all aspects of equality and inclusion issues in the workplace.Prince's Trust - Proud to support the Prince's trust - Youth can do itStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

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.

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Further details / informal visits contact

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[email protected]
Job title
QEQM Consultant
Email address
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