Job overview
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, forward thinking Trust Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (middle grade) with an interest in advanced Antenatal care/maternal medicine. The post will be based at Worthing Hospital.
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic middle grade resident doctor team providing general and specialised Obstetrics and Gynaecology services to the local population of West Sussex. The middle grade rota is supported by established consultants and members of the multidisciplinary team with a variety of specialised clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibility of the post holder is to provide support in general and specialised Antenatal clinics, with a potential to expand skills in Obstetric Ultrasound scanning and pre-term birth clinics. In addition, the candidate will be expected to provide daytime middle grade rota (Gynaecology clinics/ theatres / urgent clinics) cover from time to time.
The successful candidate will have on-call commitments working one night shift a week and weekend days on call as per the middle grade rolling rota.
The post holder is expected to:
1.Provide High Quality Care to Patients
2.Adhere to the standards outlined by the GMC for Good Medical Practice
3.Develop and maintain the competencies required to carry out the duties required of the post
4.Ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care activities
5.Ensure patients are involved in decisions about their care and to respond to their views
6.Demonstrate, always model and encourage Trust values to all patients and staff
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.
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Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. •Basic medical degree
2. •MRCOG Part 1
3. •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
4. •Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
5. •Evidence of achievement of competencies appropriate at ST1 and ST2 in this specialty supported by evidence from work-based assessments
Desirable criteria
6. •Additional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
7. •Completion of the RCOG Basic Practical Skills course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by time of appointment. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted (this includes RCS Basic Surgical skills courses)
8. •Evidence 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 At least 24 months experience in medicine or an ACCS programme or equivalent (not including Foundation modules)
9. •At least 24 months’ experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by time of appointment
10. •Not have previously relinquished or been released/removed from an Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme, except under exceptional circumstances
Desirable criteria
11. •Insert details of experience in other related specialties
12. •Completion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course (e.g. ALSO, PROMPT) by time of appointment
13. •Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
14. •Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
15. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
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16. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
17. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
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18. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
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19. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
20. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
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21. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
22. •Research experience
23. •Publications
24. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
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25. •Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
26. •Evidence of: - Good communication skills both oral and written
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