About this role
Job summary
BPAS is looking for a Remote Consultation Doctor to complete pre-treatment and consultation with clients requesting an abortion or other services offered by BPAS remotely.
As a Remote Consultation Doctor, you will be responsible for carrying out a full medical assessment on client suitability to undergo treatment at BPAS, including abortion (medical and surgical) and assess the clients reason for requesting termination against the criteria of the Abortion Act.
This is a 23.5 hour per week role working Monday - Saturday (Rotas are confirmed 2 weeks in advance). Based from home, with a salary of £90,959- £111,869 (plus a payment of time and a half for weekend working) this provides a great opportunity for work life balance.
BPAS is an independent healthcare charity which has been advocating and caring for women and couples who decide to end a pregnancy for more than 50 years. We are the leading specialists of abortion advice and treatment in the UK, taking care of almost 80,000 women each year in over 55 clinics nationwide. Nearly all the women we see have their care paid for by the NHS.
Main duties of the job
Make decisions on a clients suitability for treatment based on clinical judgment and BPAS suitability criteria. Ensure appropriate assessment and investigations have been undertaken prior to clients treatment. Complete all regulatory documentation including HAS1 and HSA4 forms remotely and in a timely manner as required. Prescribe medication for and related to the abortion and prescribe post abortion contraception. Provide clinical advice to BPAS Nurses and Midwives in relation to clients with complex histories or other problems. Prescribe medication for and related to the abortion.About you:
You will be a fully qualified Medical Doctor with current GMC licence to practice, along with some post-qualification obstetrics/gynaecology experience. Computer literate you will be able to quickly assimilate written information and make decisions.
Experience of working within sexual health or abortion care is desirable, along with the ability to coach or advise other healthcare processionals when needed. You will be able to manage and prioritise workload effectively whilst working remotely and have a commitment to client centered care.
About us
The British Pregnancy Advisory Service(BPAS) is the UK's largest independent reproductive healthcare charity, providing evidence-based, not-for-profit reproductive healthcare. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS, offering abortion care, contraception, and STI testing and treatment across the country.
When you join BPAS, you become part of a values-driven organisation where compassion, professionalism, and choice guide everything we do. You will help remove barriers to safe reproductive care while supporting people to make informed choices about their health and futures.
Working with us - benefits include:
34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Life assurance at 3 salary Defined contribution pension scheme Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits Family-friendly policies to support work-life balanceSafeguarding, Equality & Diversity
BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description and terms & conditions for this role can be found on the right hand side of the advert.
Further Information:
Location: Remote - Home Based
Salary: £90,959 - £111,869 pro rata per annum depending on skills and experience. Weekend working is paid at time and a half
Hours: 23.5 hours per week
Working Pattern:Monday to Saturday between the following parameters:
Mon, Tues, Weds - 08:30 to 19:30Thursday - 08:30 to 20:30Friday - 08:30 to 17:30Saturday - 08:30 to 16:00Shifts will be confirmed to you 2 weeks in advance.
Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.
Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission.
Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Fully qualified Medical Doctor with current GMC license to practice.
Desirable
DFSRH MRCGP or MRCOG
Experience Essential
Some Post-Qualification Obs/Gynae experience Computer literate and able to use microsoft programmes - word/email/video calling software
Desirable
Experience working within sexual health / reproductive health
General Essential
Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion? Please state your GMC Number Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship. Are you aware we are unable to offer Visa sponsorship to this role? This role is a remote role for 23.5 hours per week working over Monday to Saturday. (Rota given 2 weeks in advance) Can you commit to this working pattern?
Desirable
Please list any other information in support of your application
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.
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 British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)
Address Orion House
Athena Drive
Warwick
CV34 6RQ
Employer's website https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)