Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join our team at The Balfour, a modern Rural General Hospital in Kirkwall. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant clinical responsibilities, providing advanced obstetrics and gynaecology services in our 44-bed hospital that serves a population of 22,000 across 20 inhabited islands.
You will be part of a close-knit, adaptable clinical team, where your expertise is valued and your contributions are impactful. Our collaboration with NHS Grampian and Scotland’s emergency retrieval services ensures comprehensive patient care regardless of location.
Key Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements: full-time, part-time, or annualized hours tailored to your needs.
* Support for study leave and continuous professional development, including placements in larger centres.
* An opportunity to influence local healthcare services and lead innovation in island healthcare.
* The option to reside in Orkney or commute via regular air and ferry links.
Orkney is renowned as one of the UK's best places to live, offering excellent schools, a vibrant community, and a rich array of outdoor and cultural activities, from sea kayaking to festivals.
Join us to make a meaningful difference where your skills are needed most. Your voice will shape healthcare for an entire island community.
For more information, please contact:
* Adam Gordon, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at adam.gordon@nhs.scot
* Amy Borland, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at amy.borland@nhs.scot
* Anna Lamont, Executive Medical Director at anna.lamont@nhs.scot
Application deadline: Sunday 27th April 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 13th May 2025
Learn more about working in Orkney at NHS Orkney and explore life in Orkney at orkney.com.
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