About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the role of Senior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to commence as soon as possible for a fixed term period of 12 months. The post is primarily based at Burnley General HospitalThe Lancashire Womens & Newborn Centre is located on the Burnley General site and we provide satellite clinics across East Lancashire to ensure ease of access for the local population. We provide a full range of clinics in both obstetrics and gynaecology and all members of the team have a sub speciality interest. We have an outstanding reputation as a training unit.Candidates must have full registration with the GMC and meet all the necessary requirements of the person specification.The role is intended to assist with general service provision and has no on call commitment attached to it..
Main duties of the job
The post will be based at Burnley General Hospital with the post holder being required to take part in Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology general duties which will include antenatal clinics, Gynaecology Outpatient clinics, assisting in obstetric/Gynae theatre lists and labour ward/ Maternal assessment unit duties. You will also have opportunity to attend special interest clinics and enhance your knowledge and skillsThe Lancashire Womens & Newborn Centre is a modern purpose built building housing the wards and outpatient areas for Obstetrics, Neonatology and Gynaecology.
About us
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is a large, integrated healthcare organisation. Our Board is professional, ambitious and capable. Our vision is 'To be widely recognised for delivering safe, personal and effective care'.We are seeking to appoint doctors who will embrace these ambitions.
The post is classed as non training grade but the department is fully committed to provide equivalent level of training to the post holder with a named clinical supervisor and regular appraisals. There is great opportunity to be involved with departmental audit and research projects. You will gain excellent clinical experience and have opportunity to further your skills and attend theatres.
A first-class medical library and substantial facilities for higher education and training are available within the Trust.
The Obstetric and Gynaecology teams at all levels are highly skilled and motivated with a commitment to deliver continual improvements, responding in a timely manner to national and local guidelines.We have a proven Governance (Quality) record which includes the recognition of NHSLA Level 3 (Quality standards) for our Services and delivery in accordance with standards set by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) across all our Specialties.
Job description Job responsibilities
We require a hardworking, dynamic doctor who works well within the wider team of doctors, midwives, specialist nurses and allied health professionals.
The successful candidate will see and plan care (supported by the Consultant) for in-patients, manage Labour Ward, assist maternity triage pathways and attend Antenatal clinics including specialist clinics.
Gynaecology duties include perioperative care of patients and admissions to the Gynaecology Ward, out-patient clinics (including specialist clinics in oncology, urogynaecology, colposcopy, and ambulatory Gynae). The Outpatients and Theatre sessions offer an ideal opportunity for teaching on a one-to-one basis.
It is essential that you are computer literate and have excellent communication skills. All staff are encouraged to play an active role in audit and the department has a positive attitude towards continual service improvement
Person Specification
Eductation Essential
MROG part 1 or equiv Full GMC Registration
Desirable
ALSO/MOET trained
Experience Essential
Exp in Obs & Gynae with proven ability to work independently Evidence of commitment to teaching trainees
Desirable
evidence of development of leadership within work environment
Personal Essential
computer literate demonstrable advanced communication skills evidence of previous audit work
Desirable
experience of MDT working
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Burnley General Hospital
Burnley
BB10 2PQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)