CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS – FETAL MEDICINE
We invite applications for a full‑time substantive Specialist Consultant in Fetal and Maternal Medicine for the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This role is part of a multidisciplinary pregnancy service providing specialist care for complex fetal and maternal conditions, as well as high‑risk maternity care.
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Job Overview
The University Hospitals of Leicester are a surgical, cardiac and genetic referral centre, recognised as the regional host for an abnormally invasive placenta service (AIP). The Fetal and Maternal Medicine team receives referrals from seven regional hospitals, manages complex fetal medicine and surgical cases, and is part of the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre. The service currently employs six consultants and will expand further with in‑utero surgical services.
Main Duties of the Job
* Provide tertiary level fetal medicine service at UHL.
* Support the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre fetal cardiac service.
* Support the Fetal Medicine service at Kettering.
* Contribute to Maternal Medicine clinics at LRI and LGH.
* Participate in the Maternity Assessment Units at LRI & LGH and the obstetric on‑call rota as directed by the Head of Service.
* Supervise and train junior medical staff.
* Perform elective obstetric lists and ward rounds, providing prospective cover when required.
* Attend Delivery Suite sessions, including hot week duties, working with mid‑wifery and other colleagues.
* Take part in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning.
* Engage in teaching, complaint and incident management, and administration.
* Appraise and assess juniors.
* Contribute to ongoing research activities and participate in departmental/Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
Working for Our Organisation
Our strategy, adopted for 2023–2030, focuses on high‑quality care, working as a great place, partnership impact, research and education excellence, and embedded health equality. We commit to creating an inclusive, respectful, one‑team culture.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
The job plan is reviewed annually. The successful candidate will work with the CMG management team to deliver services efficiently, incorporating flexible, future‑proof processes.
The plan spans a nine‑week cycle, including hot week delivery suite cover and a core schedule. The hot week accounts for 5.2 weeks per annum and is equivalent to 1.64 PA with prospective cover.
Person Specification – Qualifications / Training
* MBBS or equivalent.
* Full GMC registration.
* MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration.
* Relevant CCT or equivalent; equivalence confirmed by GMC by AAC date.
* Sub‑specialty training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine or eligibility for membership of relevant specialist societies or associations.
Job‑Related Special Skills
* Expert clinical opinion on high‑risk obstetrics and fetal medicine problems.
* Experience managing and counselling patients with fetal anomalies at tertiary level.
* Ability to carry out invasive procedures.
* Participation in the on‑call rota.
* Active involvement in audits and research.
Experience / Clinical Skills
* Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
* Clinical knowledge and expertise, with sound clinical judgment and evidence‑based practice.
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest.
* Delivery of high‑quality acute clinical care.
Communication
* Demonstrable written and spoken English skills, enabling effective communication with patients and colleagues.
* Empathy, sensitivity, and the capacity to take others’ perspectives.
* Highly developed emotional intelligence.
* High standard of presentation, written and verbal.
* Track record of successful change management.
* Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment.
Management
* Awareness of service development issues.
* Evidence of management and administration experience.
* Management training on an accredited course.
Personal Attributes
* Good leadership and effective communication skills.
* Empathy and sensitivity.
* Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
* Good organisational and management skills.
* Supportive and tolerant attitude.
* Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
* Caring attitude towards patients.
* Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital.
Teaching
* Experience and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
* Enthusiastic and inspirational.
* Post‑graduate qualification or ATSM in medical education.
* Appraisal and assessment skills.
Motivation
* Personal integrity and reliability.
* Ability to motivate and develop medical and non‑medical staff.
* Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Audit / Quality Improvement
* Experience in and commitment to medical audit.
* Completion of formal audit courses.
* Published audit work.
Research
* Understanding and interest in research.
* Evidence of recent research and development activity.
* Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer‑reviewed journals relevant to the speciality.
Equality & Diversity
* Demonstrated commitment and understanding of treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
* Consistent demonstration of the Trust’s values and behaviours.
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointing appointment. Usual recruitment closure will occur prior to the advertised closing date if sufficient completed applications are received.
Please check the email address supplied (including junk mail) regularly after the closing date and throughout the recruitment process; this is how we will contact applicants.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and welcome applications from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please notify the recruitment services team as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of their work and personal lives through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check. The Trust will initially pay for the check and thereafter, over a three‑month period commencing on the first month’s payment, the cost will be deducted from your salary.
Current price: £38 for an enhanced check; £18 for a standard check.
Due to the Covid‑19 pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre‑employment process. This is a mandatory check for all conditional offers. The assessment ensures safe performance of duties and protects all staff and patients. Those identified as vulnerable will receive reasonable adjustments through discussion with Occupational Health and recruiting managers.
Covid‑19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and others. We therefore continue to encourage vaccination for all current and potential colleagues.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust upholds principles of equality, diversity and inclusion and is committed to developing a workforce representative of the community we serve.
Contact
Name: Penny McParland & Tommy Mousa
Job Title: Head of Service
Email: penelope.mcparland@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Telephone: 0116 258 7770
Candidates should have completed subspecialty training in Maternal and Fetal medicine or be within 6 months of completion. Informal approaches are welcome; please contact Professor Tommy Mousa or Dr Penny McParland on 0116 258 7770.
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