Job overview
The aim is to appoint a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist with a special interest in urogynaecology to join the established team at University Hospitals Sussex (UHSussex). We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic colleague who will contribute towards the development of urogynaecology service over the next decade and beyond.
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at UHSussex spans across 4 sites – Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), Brighton, Princess Royal Hospital (PRH), Haywards Heath, Worthing Hospital, Worthing & St Richards Hospital, Chichester and also includes satellite sites at Lewes Victoria Hospital, Lewes and Southlands Hospital, Shoreham by Sea.
This job will be predominantly based at Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, but will include some activity at other sites. Elective in-patient and day-case gynaecological surgery occurs predominantly at the PRH, whilst gynaecological oncology surgery takes place at the RSCH. Outpatient clinical activity occurs in both hospitals with the majority of outpatient activity being based at the newly opened gynaecology outpatient centre at PRH. Additional gynaecological outpatient and operating activity is undertaken at Lewes Victoria Hospital in Lewes and Southlands Hospital, Shoreham by Sea.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a skilled and experienced obstetrician and gynaecologist with excellent skills and experience in managing complex urogynaecological conditions, and general gynaecological conditions, including complex obstetric gynaecological emergencies.
The candidate should have experience in urogynaecological surgery and sound skills in laparoscopic and open abdominal gynaecological surgery.
Previous involvement in service development and quality & safety initiatives are desirable
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
1. Run urogynaecology, urodynamics and general gynaecology outpatient clinics
2. Undertake inpatient theatre lists in urogynaecology and gynaecology including cross cover of urogynaecology theatre lists.
3. Support the development of the urogynaecology department at UHSussex working collaboratively across all sites
4. Support the BSUG accreditation process
5. Develop the perineal/OASI clinic working collaboratively with allied health professionals
6. To participate in an on call rota for obstetrics and gynaecology
7. Contribution to undergraduate and postgraduate education and supervision including ATSM and SITM training in urogynaecology.
8. To be actively involved in service development and innovation
9. To actively support and engage with ongoing research themes and projects
10. To contribute to complaint & incident management as well as clinical administration.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
11. •Basic medical degree
12. •MRCOG or its recognised equivalent.
13. •Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. • If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in [Obstetrics and Gynaecology] or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. • If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
14. •Urogynaecology and vaginal surgery ATSM or SITM or equivalent fellowship
Desirable criteria
15. •Higher Degree
16. •BSCCP accreditation
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
17. •Expertise and skills in urogynaecology procedures
18. •Proficiency in urodynamics
19. •Expertise and skills in general gynaecology
20. •Expertise and skills in managing acute obstetrics
21. •Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable criteria
22. •Colposcopy experience
23. •Work in perineal/OASI clinics
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
24. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
25. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
26. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
27. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
28. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
29. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
30. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
31. •Research experience
32. •Publications
33. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
34. •Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
35. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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