About this role
Job summary
This locum post offers the successful applicant the opportunity to practise Urogynaecology at MFT, with a 10 PA job plan, for a period of 6 months. This is a locum post to ensure the service continues delivering exceptional care to women with pelvic floor dysfunction in the current healthcare climate and national challenges for urogynaecological services and provide on-call cover to the emergency gynaecology service across the trust. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team. Previous experience at Consultant level is desirable but not essential. The post will be suited to someone who wishes to gain experience of working in a tertiary urogynaecology unit and there will be appropriate access to professional development opportunities.
To maximise both the quality of care for women, and the professional development opportunities for consultants, it is expected that the successful candidate may need to work across more than one site, although job plans will be configured to minimise the need to travel between sites in the same day. A flexible approach will be required of the successful applicant to suit the evolving health care landscape in Manchester.
Main duties of the job
To support and complement the secondary and tertiary Urogynaecology services provided by MFT
To take a role in improving the quality of services in MFT.
To take clinical responsibility for a defined cohort of women under their care, both when outpatients and inpatients, and provide cover for women under the care of other consultant colleagues as required.
To deliver outpatient clinics as agreed on the job plan.
To deliver operative treatment in theatre lists at MFT sites, including anticipated participation in weekend operating lists
To participate in the consultant rota patterns for the daytime and out of hours working at Wythenshawe Hospital and Oxford Road Campus sites.
To provide out of hours care as described in individual job plan.
To undertake the necessary administrative work relating to the post.
To participate in clinical teaching and training of the wider multidisciplinary team.
To take an active role in Clinical Governance, with opportunities to lead and participate in audit projects relevant to clinical care.
To promote research and academic activity within the department.
To attend Trust and Departmental induction and complete all mandatory training.
At present clinical activities are based at Oxford Road, North Manchester and Wythenshawe Hospitals sites. As the SMH MCS service evolves, working may be required at other sites within the Trust and a successful candidate must be willing to be flexible in this regard.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
MRCOG or equivalent Registered on the GMC Specialist Register or be eligible for relevant CCT or equivalent within 6 months of interview. ATSM in Urogynaecology and Benign Vaginal Surgical
Desirable
Higher Degree (PhD, MD) CCT in Subspecialist Urogynaecology (as above)
Experience Essential
Experience in urogynaecological care and surgery (including laparoscopic urogynaecology surgery) Experience of Audit relevant to Gynaecology Evidence of active involvement in Clinical Governance
Desirable
Experience in service development
Academic Achievements and Research Desirable
Relevant publications in recognised journals
Interpersonal Skills Essential
Organisational and IT skills Ability to implement change Leadership skills Communication skills
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.
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Address Saint Mary's Hospital
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
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