Job Description

The gynaecology team we have the exciting opportunity for a 12 month locum fulltime (10 PA) consultant post, within the gynaecology service at Gloucestershire Hospitals Trusts.



Any candidate who is unable, for personal reasons, to work full time will still be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content can be discussed on a personal basis. Job share applicants are also welcome.



The post-holder will help provide specialist gynaecology services, including cancer exclusion clinics. They will provide on call support overnight, and on weekends, together with appropriate teaching and supervision of junior doctors and medical students. You will be expected to work closely with general practitioners, gynaecology and oncology staff to provide a seamless service and deliver high quality surgical outcomes within national targets.



Integral to the responsibilities of this post are the following objectives:



To ensure the delivery of a high-quality patient-centred clinical service

To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in that same task

To sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriate

To work in accordance with our trust's procedures and operating policies

To support the business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Women and Children Division and our Trust

To work within the framework of team decisions



1. Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities



The appointee will be expected to share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to the patients presenting to the Department.



The provision of high-quality care in all clinical settings, including theatres, outpatient clinics, wards, and working well as part of a multidisciplinary team To support the clinical decision making of resident medical and nursing staff To provide on call support out of hours. To attend the department out of hours as per agreed protocols

2. Professional Development, Education and Training



To participate in ongoing training and personal development To contribute to multi-disciplinary skills training

3. Management and Leadership



To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust needs To participate in departmental consultant and senior staff meetings whilst remaining within the framework of the agreed strategy of the Trust and the department To attend other departmental, divisional and Trust meetings as necessary To attend regional and national meetings as necessary To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.



With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.



As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.



Join us at an exciting time for Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust! We have an ambitious plan for our journey to Outstanding and are looking for aspirational, committed individuals to join us, making a real difference to both staff and patients.

As a former winner of England for excellence award:

Tourism destination of the year, the beautiful city of Gloucester and the scenic regency spa town of Cheltenham are fantastic places to work and live.

Essential qualifications:

Full GMC registration



MBBS or equivalent



MRCOG



Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within 6 months)



ATSM in advanced labour ward practice



ATSM in benign gynaecological surgery

Desirable qualifications:

Additional degrees, diplomas or postgraduate thesis relevant to specialty

Essential clinical experience:

Clinical training and experience in general gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT



Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).



Experience and accreditation in gynaecological surgery, including minimal access surgery



Demonstrate ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary team



Ability to lead emergency gynaecology services in and out of hours

Desirable clinical experience:

Experience at consultant level

Motivation and attitude:

Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships.



Enthusiasm for teaching and training of the multidisciplinary team.



Ability to provide a role model and to inspire and develop junior medical and nursing staff.



Ability to work independently as well as part of the directorate and to balance individual requirements against those of the directorate and the Trust as a whole.