About this role
Job summary
This a full time post for 12 months.
Applications are invited for a Maternal Medicine Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The post will be based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, although you will be expected to work at any of the Trust's sites.
Main duties of the job
The post is suited to a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in developing their skills and knowledge in Maternal Medicine. The role can be adapted to suit the level of expertise of the applicant, and is well suited to someone who is early in their registrar career or in the later stages, including post CCT
This post involves working a full Obstetrics and Gynaecology on call (1:9).
A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust are now working in partnership as the Norfolk and Waveney University Hospitals Group.
Please see attached Job description for full details.
About us
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of acute clinical services through the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (1,000 beds) and Cromer and District Hospital, including more specialist services such as oncology and radiotherapy, neonatology, orthopaedics, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, rheumatology, paediatric medicine and surgery.
Our staff of over 7,000 treat more than one million patients; people from Norfolk, neighbouring counties and further afield. Our patients are referred to us by around 100 local GP practices but also from other acute hospitals and primary care trusts around the country.
As a university teaching hospital, we have developed our research and development strategy in partnership with the University of East Anglia.
We also work closely with our partners on the Norwich Research Park and Norwich Radiology Academy to take forward our ambitious targets for research and development.
Our vision is to 'provide every patient with the care we want for those we love the most', Our PRIDE values support our vision and guide the behaviour of everything we do.
We wish to recruit people who share our values and want to be part of our vision to provide every patient with the care we want for those we love the most
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full registration with the GMC and with Licence to Practise Basic medical qualification (MB BS or equivalent) MRCOG or equivalent PLAB or equivalent
Desirable
CCT in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or equivalent
Clinical Training and Experience Essential
Experience working in a Obstetrics and Gynaecology post for at least 3 years, including at least one year at registrar (tier 2) level
Desirable
Tier 3 (ST6-7) level experience
Ability Essential
Exhibits and has references acknowledging ability and skills commensurate with experience stated above and with career goals, and should include experiencing in dealing with specific maternal medicine situations References must demonstrate training progress. Communication skills - to be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
Knowledge Essential
Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals. Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education.
Personal Attributes Essential
Is willing, able and has the skill to collate and record information and communicate in writing with other professionals. Exhibits good time management and diligence, i.e. answers bleep and arrives for duties promptly, helps colleagues
Desirable
Stated career intention
Relationships Essential
Able to work effectively with colleagues and members of the health team. Must be able to work as part of a team. Able to form a caring and communicative relationship with the patient.
Desirable
Formal managerial experience, such as rota co-ordinator.
Other : Research & Publications Teaching Presentations Audit IT Skills Essential
Is able to work without direct supervision, but also clearly knows when it is appropriate to seek help. Research presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
Research experience as Principle Investigator (PI)
Other Health clearance Hepatitis B General Fitness Essential
Satisfactory pre-employment health screening and clearance of Hepatitis B status. Police Clearance
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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address NNUH
colney lane
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)