About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Consultant Gynaecological-Oncologist .
This post at the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, based primarily in Southend Hospital, is a new position. The candidate will become part of the Specialist Gynaecological Oncology team with Mr K Razvi and Miss F Toneva and will be supported in developing surgical expertise and in joint operating where needed.
It is envisaged that the post-holder will contribute to and build on the current strength and range of surgical expertise in the Gynaecological Oncology Cancer Centre. The post holder will be a key member in the development and expansion of Specialist Gynaecological Oncology services in the Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.
The service currently provides a full range of Gynae-oncology operating including Laparoscopic and Da Vinci Robotic surgery. The Gynaecological Oncology service at Southend Hospital is a key member of the well-established Complex Pelvic MDT and the candidate has the opportunity to develop skills in pelvic exenterative surgery and other radical surgery pertaining to Gynaecological Oncology.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical input and leadership to the Gynaecological Oncology specialist MDT at Southend Hospital / Basildon Hospital To work as a key member of the Gynaecological Oncology Consultant team and the multi-disciplinary team at Basildon and Southend. To build on the already established pathways between both sites to optimise patient pathways and support further development of the Network. To support the established training programme in gynaecological oncology for ATSM trainees and other fellows in gynaecological oncology. To provide support to the colposcopy service at Southend University Hospital. To collaborate in clinical studies and publications. To take a leadership role in ensuring that the local NSSG (between Southend and Basildon Hospitals) is compliant to Peer Review. The appointee must have successfully completed sub-speciality training in Gynaecological Oncology. Any special interest in the field of gynaecological oncology would be welcomed. The further establishment of audit would be useful. The appointee will be responsible along with the current staff for providing a gynaecological oncology service the Mid & South Essex NHS Hospitals Group. The post-holder will be able to perform complex gynaecological oncology surgery at Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and will be supported by the gynaecological oncology team and 1 gynaecologist with special interest in the sub-specialty.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Job description Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent Full GMC Registration Completed MRCOG or equivalent CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Entry onto the GMC specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of application Sub-speciality training and RCOG accreditation or equivalent in Gynaecological Oncology.
Desirable
MD or PhD ATSM in Colposcopy/BSCCP accreditation and ATSM in hysteroscopy
Experience & Ability Essential
Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK subspecialist CCT in Gynaecological Oncology with wide experience in gynaecological oncology including non surgical aspects. Fully trained gynaecological oncologist able to manage surgical and non surgical (including palliative care problems) Excellent communication and counselling skills with patients, medical and nursing staff Excellent IT Skills. Commitment to effective departmental management and management of a multi-disciplinary group. Evidence of Management training.
Desirable
Experience of MDT and Network function and development
Clinical Governance Essential
An understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance.
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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address Southend
Broomfield Hospital Court Road
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)