About this role
Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, forward thinking Trust Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (middle grade) with an interest in advanced Antenatal care/maternal medicine. The post will be based at Worthing Hospital.
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic middle grade resident doctor team providing general and specialised Obstetrics and Gynaecology services to the local population of West Sussex. The middle grade rota is supported by established consultants and members of the multidisciplinary team with a variety of specialised clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibility of the post holder is to provide support in general and specialised Antenatal clinics, with a potential to expand skills in Obstetric Ultrasound scanning and pre-term birth clinics. In addition, the candidate will be expected to provide daytime middle grade rota (Gynaecology clinics/ theatres / urgent clinics) cover from time to time.
The successful candidate will have on-call commitments working one night shift a week and weekend days on call as per the middle grade rolling rota.
The post holder is expected to:
1. Provide High Quality Care to Patients
2. Adhere to the standards outlined by the GMC for Good Medical Practice
3. Develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post
4. Ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care activities
5. Ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views
6. Demonstrate, always model and encourage Trust values to all patients and staff
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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Experience/ Qualifications Essential
oBasic medical degree oMRCOG Part 1 oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent oEvidence of achievement of competencies appropriate at ST1 and ST2 in this specialty supported by evidence from work-based assessments
Desirable
oAdditional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Experience Essential
oCompletion of the RCOG Basic Practical Skills course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by time of appointment. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted (this includes RCS Basic Surgical skills courses) oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences form a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice At least 24 months experience in medicine or an ACCS programme or equivalent (not including Foundation modules) oAt least 24 months' experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by time of appointment oNot have previously relinquished or been released/removed from an Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme, except under exceptional circumstances
Desirable
oInsert details of experience in other related specialties oCompletion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course (e.g. ALSO, PROMPT) by time of appointment oRelevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology oExtracurricular activities/achievements relevant to career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Knowledge Desirable
oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning Essential
oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills Essential
oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research Essential
oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
oResearch experience oPublications oPrizes and honours
Career Progression Essential
oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes Essential
oEvidence of: - Good communication skills both oral and written
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).
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Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)