About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Consultant to join our current team of thirteen Consultants. This is a full-time post for 6 months due to retirement. It includes involvement in a non-resident on-call rota for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The post may be of interest to a Consultant with Special Interest in Fetal Medicine.
Special Interests and Accredited Training in Fetal Medicine are desirable for this post in addition to a broad range of generic skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. The post-holder must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving Health Service changes in North Wales. The post-holder will be expected to participate in all aspects of work including Outpatient Clinic sessions in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Special Clinics, eg Fetal Medicine, Labour Ward, Emergency Gynaecology Cover and Operating Theatre lists.
Main duties of the job
Provide consultant-led care across general Obstetrics and Gynaecology, including antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care Participate in the Consultant on-call rota, providing senior support for labour ward and emergency gynaecology Undertake elective and emergency obstetric and gynaecological procedures within appropriate competencies Contribute to outpatient clinics, theatre activity and management of complex obstetric and benign gynaecological conditions A special interest in Fetal Medicine is desirable, with opportunities to contribute to Fetal Medicine services and multidisciplinary care Participate in clinical governance, audit, teaching, risk management and service development Provide supervision and training to junior doctors and other healthcare professionals Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care
About us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.
BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.
The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.
Job description Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.
Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practise MRCOG or equivalent appropriate Specialist Registration Advanced Labour Ward Practice (ATSM)
Desirable
CCT or equivalent Fetal Medicine ATSM Fetal Care / Prenatal Diagnosis Special Interest Training Module SITM) Maternal Medicine ATSM/SITM High Risk Obstetrics ATSM Gynaecological SITM Additional relevant degree(s)
Clinical Experience and Effectiveness Essential
Clinical training and experience in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK Certification of Completion of Specialist Training (CST) Statement regarding appropriate training including special interest in Fetal Medicine Good working knowledge and experience of up-to-date Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Desirable
Qualification in Risk management
Management and Administrative Experience Essential
Appropriate levels of skills and abilities expected from a fully trained Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Good organisational and management skills
Desirable
Evidence of management and administration Appropriate IT skills Evidence of effective service development
Teaching and Training Experience Essential
Experience of supervising and supporting staff of all grades
Desirable
Formal qualification in Medical Education
Additional Requirements Essential
Good leadership skills Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure Supportive and tolerant Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Caring attitude to patients Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs of service Evidence of good team working Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
Desirable
Completed ATSMs as above During on-calls, able to attend any emergency within 30 minutes when on-call, safely and legally to meet the needs of the service. Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh Language
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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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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address Wrexham Maelor Hospital
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)