About this role
Job summary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a special interest in Urogynaecology to join our dynamic team. This is a Somerset wide role with the base at Yeovil District Hospital.
A substantive post offering up to 1 WTE (discussion on application) in a generalist role with dedicated time for urogynaecology, within a department that delivers high-quality care across a wide range of specialist services.
The successful candidate will join a well-established urogynaecology service consisting of a well-attended monthly MDT, two consultants with urogynaecology special interest, an associate specialist, a urogynaecology specialist nurse and clinical nurse practitioner.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to both obstetric and gynaecological services, including elective and emergency care, outpatient clinics, and theatre sessions. You will be joining a supportive team of 12 consultants and will participate in a 1:12 on-call rota. We welcome applications from individuals who value teamwork, innovation, and inclusivity.
Please access the JD/Recruitment Brochure below for full details of this position
Interview date to be confirmed and we would be delighted to welcome and encourage informal approaches prior to application.
Please contact Rachel Kirkland to arrange a visit and to meet some of the team:
Tel: 07824 608674 - [email protected]
Main duties of the job
*Provide high-quality obstetric and gynaecological care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
*Participate in the 1:12 on-call rota, including twice-daily consultant-led ward rounds on Labour Ward.
*Lead and support general antenatal and gynaecology clinics, day surgery and inpatient theatre lists, elective caesarean lists, obstetric triage and ambulatory gynaecology procedure sessions.
*Contribute to departmental teaching, supervision, and appraisal of junior doctors.
*Engage in clinical governance, audit, and service development.
*Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, patient-centred care.
*Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.
*Within urogynaecology:
*Provide specialist assessment and management of women with pelvic floor and lower urinary tract disorders.
*Lead outpatient urogynaecology clinics, including pessary management, complex prolapse assessment, and incontinence clinics.
*Provide surgical management for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence in accordance with current RCOG/British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) standards.
*Participate in local and regional MDT meetings (urogynaecology, pelvic floor)
*Support the Trust's mesh surveillance/complications pathway in line with NICE and BSUG recommendations.
*Contribute to development of new models of care including day case pelvic floor surgical pathway, ambulatory therapies, and enhanced recovery pathways.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breath taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities Consultants are required to supervise the education of doctors in training, and doctors in post graduate roles. The post holder will be involved with teaching and training of doctors and should help with both their professional and personal development. Consultants must ensure that junior doctors in their care are not overwhelmed by clinical commitments or overburdened by responsibilities inappropriate to the experience required. Consultants are also responsible for the assessment and appraisal of trainees under their supervision and must keep the Clinical and/or College Tutor aware of problems that may arise.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Medical Degree or equivalent Royal College membership, or equivalent. Full GMC Registration with a license to practice at time of applying. Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date), CESR or European Community Rights Relevant CCT or equivalent (or within 6 months of interview)
Desirable
An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent). MSc or equivalent higher qualification Educational supervision qualification A special interest in Urogynaecology or hold an ATSM relevant to service need.
Experience Essential
Depth and breadth of clinical experience in urogynaecology Advanced training in Urogynaecology (e.g., ATSM/SITM or subspecialty training) Experience in elective and emergency general obstetrics and gynaecology Competence in outpatient and surgical management of pelvic floor conditions
Desirable
Additional specialist training in advanced pelvic floor or continence procedures Experience with mesh complication pathways and BSUG database activity
Additional Criteria Essential
Please review the Job Description for full details of the criteria required to undertake this position
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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Trustwide
The Crescent
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)