Clinical Fellow in Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology (ST4+)
This post offers an excellent opportunity for an ST4 or more senior trainee to consolidate advanced skills in early pregnancy care and acute gynaecology. The successful applicant will gain hands-on experience in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound, miscarriage management, and the treatment of gynaecological emergencies.This fellowship is suited to those pursuing the RCOG SITM in Complex Early Pregnancy and non- elective Gynaecology or interested in a subspecialty career path. The post includes time for audit, governance, and professional development.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
o Conduct patient assessments in the Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU), including ultrasound scanning (training to RCOG intermediate or SITM standard).
o Perform and support surgical management of miscarriage (including manual vacuum aspiration under LA or GA).
o Participate in laparoscopic management of ectopic pregnancy and drainage of pelvic abscesses (under supervision).
o Provide registrar-level cover for the acute gynaecology service and contribute to the out-of-hours on-call rota for both obstetrics and gynaecology (typically 1:8).
o Supervise resident doctors and contribute to medical student teaching.
Quality and Governance
o Lead or support clinical audits and contribute to service development projects aligned with GIRFT and AEPU standards.
o Participate in weekly governance meetings including morbidity & mortality reviews, EPU MDTs, and risk management discussions.
o Complete all required trust mandatory training - including fetal monitoring and PROMPT study days
Research and Development
o Access to departmental datasets and clinical supervisors for those wishing to submit research proposals for ethics approval.
o Encouraged to present at regional or national meetings (e.g. AEPU annual conference).
About us
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is a large acute hospital providing care to a diverse population across Berkshire and its surrounding areas. We are a forward-thinking Trust with a commitment to digital transformation, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary collaboration.The Gynaecology Department operates across the main Reading site and satellite hubs in West Berkshire, Bracknell, and Henley. The Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU) is a high-volume, consultant-led service with integrated scanning, surgical, and medical management pathways.
Job responsibilities
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* The Specialty
* Role Summary
* Detail on the current O&G Consultant Team & SAS Doctors
* Role Summary
* Person Specification
* Weekly Timetable (example)
* Conditions of Service
Person Specification
* Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
* Minimum ST4 level experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
* MRCOG Part 1 and 2
* Basic gynaecological ultrasound experience
* Experience in surgical management of miscarriage
* Evidence of audit and quality improvement involvement
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills
* MRCOG Part 3 completed
* Intermediate or SITM-level scanning skills
* Experience in laparoscopic emergency gynaecology
* Familiarity with Cerner, Viewpoint or PACS systems
* Experience with teaching or supervising junior staff
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.
£61,825 to £70,425 a year£33,790 - £53,132 depending on experience
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