About this role
Job summary
Two Exciting Consultant Opportunities Available
Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology Consultants x 2(Urogynaecology/Vaginal Surgery and Generic O&G Experience)
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.
We are currently recruiting for two replacement posts to join our supportive team that takes pride not only in delivering clinical excellence but also in fostering an inclusive environment where every member of staff is valued and appreciated.
Both job plans will be weighted more to Gynaecology, but also include an on call Obstetric component, plus other interests to suit the individual applicants & complement the team.
You will be joining a team of 12 consultants who share responsibility for the care of both inpatients and outpatients We are committed to a high performance culture that empowers all colleagues to thrive and be their best, guided by our Trusts vision, values, and behaviours
Our department offers a wide range of general and specialist obstetric and gynaecological services, delivered through close collaboration between consultants, doctors, nurses, and midwives. These services include:
Urogynaecology
Gynaecological oncology
Outpatient gynaecology
Early pregnancy assessment
Colposcopy
Specialist antenatal clinics
Fetal medicine
Consultant-led obstetrics and intrapartum care
Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those under-represented in our region, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities and people with disabilities.
Successful applicants will play a key role in delivering high-quality care and supporting benign gynaecology services, helping the department reduce long waiting times.
An interest in urogynaecology or vaginal surgery would be welcome, though other complementary subspecialty interests are also valued. The on-call rota covers both obstetrics and gynaecology.
The successful candidates will:-
Deliver high-quality, consultant-led care to patients, with a focus on safety, timeliness and effectiveness.
Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior medical staff, ensuring robust support and the highest standards of patient care.
Actively engage in rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision-making processes to support safe and efficient patient journeys.
Participate in the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff, including direct supervision of junior and specialty doctors.
Contribute to the department's clinical governance agenda, supporting continuous learning and quality improvement through leadership roles.
Adhere to and promote the Trust's clinical and corporate governance policies.
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to address service-related issues and support ongoing service development.
About us
The Obstetrics & Gynaecology team is supported by a dedicated group of midwives, nurses and Resident Doctors. The unit includes a dedicated theatre within the labour ward and facilities for water births.
The antenatal clinic is equipped with three ultrasound rooms, a triage suite and a Day Assessment Unit, The Obstetric ward includes a transitional care Baby Unit for infants requiring additional support. A well-established community midwifery team complements the hospital-based services, and approximately 4% of deliveries are planned 'out-of-hospital' births.
Gynaecology Services
The Women's Health Unit houses a Gynaecology Clinic which is fully equipped for colposcopy and minimally invasive surgical procedures. A separate, fully functional Urodynamic Unit provides specialised investigations and care.
The department runs an in-house Termination of Pregnancy Service, an Early Pregnancy Service and a Fertility Clinic, to ensure continuity of care across women's health.
Our Day Surgery Unit is nationally recognised for its innovation and leadership in enhanced recovery practices. As a leading site in the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) initiative, we deliver one of the highest proportions of major gynaecological operations as day case procedures in the country. These include:
Day case hysterectomies
Day case pelvic floor surgeries, including vaginal hysterectomy and prolapse repair
Job description Job responsibilities
Trust Commitment and Consultant Responsibilities
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to enhancing patient safety and experience. All consultants are expected to adhere to GMC/GDC guidance and comply with the Trusts Clinical Risk Management processes.
Key consultant responsibilities include:
Auditing their own clinical outcomes.
Reporting clinical incidents promptly and alerting the Trust to potential risks.
Participating in annual appraisals.
Fostering positive and effective team relationships.
A mentor will be assigned to the successful candidate upon commencement to provide guidance and support.
Professional Development
The successful candidate is expected to proactively plan their personal development and Continuing Medical Education (CME). Through the appraisal process, they will ensure that adequate training is undertaken to maintain clinical skills, knowledge and expertise and to support revalidation requirements.
Job plans will be reviewed annually between the Clinical Director and Consultant, in line with the new Consultant contract. This review will address service needs and agree objectives related to clinical standards, goals and workload.
Teaching and Supervision
Consultants have a responsibility to teach and supervise doctors, students and non-medical healthcare professionals. Time for these duties is incorporated into their working week and educational development should be part of their personal development plans.
Clinical Services Structure
Clinical services at the Trust are delivered within Care Groups. The Obstetrics & Gynaecology department sits within the Families & Community Services Care Group, alongside:
Urgent Care
Planned Care
Child & Family Health Devon
Infection Control
In accordance with the Health Act (2006), all staff must comply with national and local infection control policies and procedures. Staff involved directly or indirectly in patient care are required to complete annual mandatory training, including hand hygiene.
Staff are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe workplace and must report any infection risks to the Infection Prevention and Control Team in line with the Trusts Incident Reporting Policy. Consultants are expected to lead by example in maintaining the highest standards in infection prevention, an area of critical importance to the Trust.
Person Specification
Essential Essential
Full GMC Registration (with licence to practice). MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification CCT Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date. Advanced Labour Ward Practice ATSM or equivalent Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Desirable
Other degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc, MD. Suitable ATSMs or equivalent experience Urogynaecology
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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Lowes Bridge, Torquay
Devon
Devon
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)