Go back South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Resident Doctor (Trust)
The closing date is 07 May 2026
Weare recruiting a doctor with Registrar / Tier 2-level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to join our current on a 1-in-8 second on-call rota supported by Consultant colleagues.
The Hospital is a busy DGH with around 3500 deliveries a year, supported by a level 3 NICU. We have 18 consultants in the department, eight FTE registrars, 12 SHO and two Foundation Year 1 doctors.
The elective work is spread across sites in South Tyneside and Sunderland. We have an established research department with a consultant lead and midwifery and nurse team. We are regularly in the top sites for recruitment numbers.
We have a strong training and teaching ethos and have consistently positive feedback from the Trainees attached to our department. There is also the opportunity to be involved in teaching and training both to junior doctors and medical students from Newcastle University and the University of Sunderland.
We have a team of advanced laparoscopists who also train and teach and the Department now has access to a robot.
Main duties of the job
Werequire a hard-working doctor who works well within the wider team of doctors, midwives and specialist nurses and allied health professionals.
You will see and plan care (supported by the Consultant) for in-patients, manage Labour Ward and attend Antenatal clinics including specialist clinics.
Gynaecology duties include care of in-patients, admissions to the Gynaecology Ward, perioperative care of patients and out-patient clinics (including specialist clinics oncology, urogynaecology, colposcopy, and Office Gynae clinics). The Outpatients and Theatre sessions offer an ideal opportunity for teaching on a one-to-one basis and all consultants are keen to participate in what they consider an important part of their workload.
It is a full 1-in-8 rota consisting of standard days, 12 hour long days and nights shifts and is fully compliant with the BMA rules.
There is the opportunity to recruit to national trials and become an associate principle investigator depending on experience.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. If you use AI,and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, wemay withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job responsibilities
The Doctor will be working alongside the training grade registrars on a second on-call rota, with direct supervision from consultants in hours and indirect supervision out of hours. You will cover on-calls, and work in consultant-led theatres, antenatal clinics and gynaecological clinics. Depending on experience and career desires there may be an opportunity to further develop your skills in specialist areas.
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Person Specification
Non-Clinical Skills
* Knowledge of audit.
* IT experience.
Personal Skills
* Ability to work in an multi-disciplinary team.
* Good organisation skills.
Academic Achievements
* Publications.
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent.
* Full GMC registration.
* Part 1 MRCOG.
* MRCOG part 2/3.
Experience
* Meet the requirements of the GMCs Good Medical Practice.
* Basic Surgical Skills course.
Knowledge
* Previous registrar experience of O&G.
* NHS experience in O&G.
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.
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
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