Job overview
The aim is to appoint a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a special interest in antenatal care and bereavement services to join the established team at University Hospitals Sussex (UHSussex). This is a 12‑month fixed‑term post for a Secondment Cover, and we are seeking a capable and enthusiastic colleague who will contribute to high‑quality general O&G services while supporting the continued development of antenatal and bereavement care during the contract period.
Main duties of the job
• Run antenatal and general gynaecology outpatient clinics. • Undertake inpatient theatre lists and day‑case gynaecology operating sessions. • Support the development of bereavement services at UHSussex, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. • Contribute to the development of gynaecology services, including the pelvic pain service. • Undertake and further develop outpatient ultrasound scanning and outpatient hysteroscopy procedures. • Lead and develop the fetal wellbeing service at PRH, ensuring high‑quality, patient‑centred care. • Participate in the on‑call rota for obstetrics and gynaecology. • Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education and supervision, including support for ATSM and SITM trainees where relevant. • Be actively involved in service development and innovation, supporting continuous improvement across maternity and gynaecology services. • Engage with and support ongoing research themes and projects within the department. • Contribute to complaint and incident management, clinical governance activities, and associated clinical administration.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
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
1. Basic medical degree
2. MRCOG or its recognised equivalent.
3. 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)
Desirable criteria
4. Higher Degree
5. BASOL ATSM/ Gynaecology Surgical Care SITM
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
6. Expertise and skills in gynacological procedures including outpatient hysteroscopy
7. Expertise and skills in general gynaecology
Desirable criteria
8. Gynae scanning experience
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
9. Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
10. Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
11. Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
12. Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
13. Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
14. Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
15. Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
16. Research experience
17. Publications
18. Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
19. Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
20. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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