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Locum Consultant Gynaecologist
The closing date is 31 August 2025
We are looking to appoint to a Whole-Time Locum Consultant in Benign Gynaecology, at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based in the Jessop Wing of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. This is maternity cover, fixed term for 12 months.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will, together with consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive benign gynaecology service.
Track record / qualifications in one of the following areas or special interests would be an advantage:o Menopauseo Hysteroscopyo Fast track clinico Acute gynaecology and early pregnancyo Vulval
The post holder will participate in the oncall rota.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise.
* MD or PhD or equivalent
* Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
* If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Personal attributes
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
* Evidence of experience of working as part of a multi- professional team
* The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Clinical governance and audit
* Experience in performing clinical audit
* Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Management and Administration
* Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
* Experience of working with management groups
Continuous Professional Development
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
* Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Teaching and training
* Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
Research
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
* Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Clinical experience
* Ability to work as an independent practitioner in benign Gynaecology.
* Evidence of competence in contemporary management strategies in benign gynaecology.
* ATSM in benign abdominal gynaecological surgery, Acute gynaecology and early pregnancy, hysteroscopy: Menopause, vulval.
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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