Overview
This fixed term post is a Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a specialist interest in Urogynaecology. The successful candidate will contribute to Obstetrics and Gynaecology and become a core member of the Urogynaecology MDT. The department is working towards BSUG accreditation. The candidate will have a role in Labour Ward, Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-calls, Emergency Gynaecology and Elective Caesarean section lists, and opportunities to contribute to wider departmental responsibilities such as Governance and Leadership. The substantive post attracts 10 PAs in an approximate 8.5:1.5 split and includes a 1 in 16 non-resident on call rota and a 1 in 16 consultant of the week duty. Flexibility in job planning is a key part of the role.
Responsibilities
* Deliver clinical, educational, managerial services of the highest professional standard at Consultant level.
* Work with consultants and the multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality, well-led service for patients in accordance with Trust policies and practices.
* Deliver Direct Clinical Care to patients.
* The Consultant team will provide comprehensive senior clinical cover to the Department.
* Assessment of in-patients as per Consultant of the Week (CoW) model.
* Provide consultant cover in ward rounds, multi-disciplinary team meetings and ante-natal clinics.
* Consultants will be expected to review potential admissions and develop triage strategies to ensure early investigations and treatment of patients is achieved.
* Have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge, ensuring safe handover.
* Engage fully with the care of patients outside the department and provide a prompt opinion on request from consultant colleagues in other specialties.
* Engage with co-workers in the delivery of department objectives: to provide clinical leadership, improve patient experience; ensure the highest quality clinical care.
* Actively participate in and support other staff with education, research, audit and clinical governance activities involving a multi-disciplinary workforce.
* Participate in the professional training of the staff. Teaching and training may require verification of teaching certification.
* Undertake any other duties appropriate for a consultant.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country, with continuous professional development and flexible working arrangements to support patient care.
Details
Date posted: 05 November 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year + 3% on call supplement
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 323-MD2560-AM
Job location: Ashford and St Peter's NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford Road, Chertsey, KT16 0PZ
Job responsibilities
The remit of the post holder is to join the current team of Urogynaecologists (one part time) who lead the Urogynaecology service alongside two Clinical Nurse Specialists. The job plan will support the provision of specialist urogynaecology services such as clinics, cystoscopy lists, urodynamics and theatres at Ashford and St Peters Hospital. For further information contact the Specialty Lead Mr Matthew Erritty. Online applications are preferred; if online access is not possible, contact the Human Resources department for an application form and job description. The post holder would be expected to contribute to wider departmental service requirements such as Labour Ward, Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-calls and emergency gynaecology.
Qualifications
Essential: Full GMC Registration; MRCOG (or equivalent); Evidence of training, experience and independent practice in Obstetrics & Gynaecology; CCT or eligible within six months of interview date and evidence of expected CCT within 6 months; ATSM in advanced labour ward practice; ATSM Colposcopy / BSCCP Accreditation; Gynaecology Scanning.
Desirable: ATSM Hysteroscopy or equivalent; ATSM Gynaecological Oncology or equivalent; Evidence of training and independent practice in minimal access surgery; MOET or equivalent.
Experience
Essential: Evidence of thorough and broad training in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Experience in managing gynaecological oncology patients at unit or centre level; Extensive skill and experience in laparoscopic, open and vaginal surgery in gynaecological oncology and emergencies; Ability to independently manage a high risk labour ward and high risk ante-natal women; Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care; Perform appropriate surgery for emergency gynaecology; Independently manage women with complications in early pregnancy; Experience in service and pathway developments and guidelines; Evidence of initiating change through quality improvement projects and audits.
Desirable: Evidence of MDT working in a cancer setting; Experience in governance, quality and safety.
Skills
Essential: Demonstrated knowledge of diversity and human rights; effective communication; ability to work in a multidisciplinary team; leadership; continuous improvement of patient and staff experience; ability to manage competing demands; empathy and compassion; competent in IT/computer systems.
Disclosure and Sponsorship
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. For details visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on criminal records checks for overseas applicants is available in the corresponding guidance.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Ashford and St Peter's NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford Road, Chertsey, KT16 0PZ
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