Job summary
We are looking for a keen, committed and enthusiastic Trust Doctor (ST1 equivalent) to join the Obstetric and Gynaecology Team at St Richards Hospital for the next 12 months.
The role will include working alongside the current cohort of consultants, registrars, and SHO doctors to help provide a high level of patient centred obstetric and gynaecology care to the patients of Chichester and the surrounding areas.
This job will be a great starting point for someone who has an interest in the specialty and is potentially hoping to pursue a career in this area in the future.
Main duties of the job
The chosen candidate will work on the SHO rota with approximately 9 other resident doctors comprised of ST1 O&G trainees, foundation trainees and GP trainees.
The role will include covering on-calls (daytime, nights and weekends) on a rolling basis in addition to assisting in outpatient clinics and theatre, working on the gynaecology and postnatal wards and helping to run early pregnancy clinics.
We also encourage and timetable sessions for learning, teaching and nurturing an interest in some of the more specialised areas of obstetrics and gynaecology (urogynaecology, gynae-oncology and maternal medicine).
You will be supported in carrying out audits and quality improvement projects throughout the year and will be encouraged to present at our perinatal meetings and journal clubs.
Attendance at governance days, multidisciplinary meetings and quality and safety meetings will also be required.
About us
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 ourWellbeing 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.
Details Date posted
16 August 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-MWSRH-O&G-ST1+-060
Job locations
St Richard's Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a keen, committed and enthusiastic Trust Doctor (ST1 equivalent) to join the Obstetric and Gynaecology Team at St Richards Hospital on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) for the next 12 months.
The role will include working alongside the current cohort of consultants, registrars, and SHO doctors to provide both obstetric and gynaecology care to patients of Chichester and the surrounding areas.
This job will be a great starting point for someone who has an interest in the specialty and is potentially hoping to pursue a career in this area in the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
We are looking for a keen, committed and enthusiastic Trust Doctor (ST1 equivalent) to join the Obstetric and Gynaecology Team at St Richards Hospital on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) for the next 12 months.
The role will include working alongside the current cohort of consultants, registrars, and SHO doctors to provide both obstetric and gynaecology care to patients of Chichester and the surrounding areas.
This job will be a great starting point for someone who has an interest in the specialty and is potentially hoping to pursue a career in this area in the future.
Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential
* oBasic medical degree
* oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
* oHigher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience Essential
* oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences form a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice
Desirable
* oPrevious Obstetrics and Gynaecology experience
Knowledge Desirable
* oBreadth of experience in and?outside specialty
Organisation and Planning Essential
* oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
* oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills Essential
* oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
* oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research Essential
* oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
* oResearch experience
* oPublications
* oPrizes and honours
Career Progression Essential
* oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes Essential
* oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential
* oBasic medical degree
* oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
* oHigher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience Essential
* oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences form a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice
Desirable
* oPrevious Obstetrics and Gynaecology experience
Knowledge Desirable
* oBreadth of experience in and?outside specialty
Organisation and Planning Essential
* oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
* oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills Essential
* oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
* oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research Essential
* oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
* oResearch experience
* oPublications
* oPrizes and honours
Career Progression Essential
* oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes Essential
* oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richard's Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richard's Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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