Job overview
We are looking for a proactive, motivated, forward thinking and dynamic individual to join our Consultant team at Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust.
The successful applicant will be based at Winchester. This is a general post with both Obstetrics and Gynaecology commitments. A special interest in fetal medicine or high risk Obstetrics would be welcomed but is not essential.
Main duties of the job
All applicants should have completed the Labour Ward ATSM module. An ATSM in gynaecology oncology or minimal access surgery is desirable. This is a combined Obstetrics and Gynaecology post and an enthusiasm and commitment for both is essential with a contribution to Obstetric Leadership and governance expected as part of delivering a high quality service.
All applicants are expected to have been awarded CCT (or be within 6 months of award of CCT) and be on the GMC Specialist Register.
Working for our organisation
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) provides hospital services to around 570,000 people living in Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire, and specialist services to patients from all over the country. We deliver a full range of district hospital services in a variety of locations.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached.
If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- On the GMC Specialist Register and holding the CCT or within 3 months of obtaining the CCT (with evidence of sound progression)
- Advanced Labour ward ATSM or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- High Risk Pregnancy ATSM or equivalent or Fetal Medicine ATSM
Experience & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Able to deal independently with common emergencies in general obstetrics
- Experience of working in the NHS for at least 1 year
- Desire to support and promote active and normal birth
- Accredited expertise in the area of declared interest
Desirable criteria
- Adult Basic Life Support training up to date within 12 months
- Neonatal Resuscitation training up to date within 12 months
- Emergency drills training up to date within 12 months
- ALSO, PROMPT or MOET instructor
Skills & Ability
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and display leadership
Desirable criteria
- Ability to offer External Cephalic Version
Research & Teaching
Essential criteria
- Experience of teaching and supervising junior medical and midwifery staff.
- Evidence of undertaking an audit, service review or guideline which improved patient care
Desirable criteria
- Experience of managing emergency drills training
- Publications in a peer reviewed journal
- Formal training in teaching eg Training the Trainers Course