Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Job Overview

This is a full time post with main commitment in gynae oncology and some obstetric component. It includes contribution to the non-resident on call rota for both obstetrics and gynaecology. This post is to support the gynaecology oncology service. The post will be of interest to both, a newly qualified consultant as well as an established consultant with special interest in gynae oncology and/or benign gynaecology/minimal access surgery. The post will be based at Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a fully integrated range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services across North Wales. North Wales boasts some of the UKs most varied and spectacular coastline, offering unique opportunities to engage with outdoor activities in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The population density is located along the northern coastal border with the main A55 road offering excellent links to the North West of England, and Ireland via seaport. This, in conjunction with the availability of attractive housing and schooling options should be appreciated when considering a post in this area. Wrexham Maelor Hospital is a commutable distance from Chester, Liverpool and Manchester and parking is free within our hospital sites.

Main duties of the job

This is a substantive new post with gynaeoncology colposcopy and labour ward sessions. It has Gynaecology outpatient clinics, day case and inpatient theatre sessions. The proposed timetable for the post is attached and is to be confirmed after appointment in discussion with the clinical director.

The job plan will have full time 10 session contract with 7 (DCC) direct clinical care sessions and 3 sessions for SPA (supporting professional activities). The post holder is expected to show a commitment to risk management and clinical governance and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. A qualification in medical education would also be desirable.

The on-call frequency is 1:7 weekday nights and 1:10 weekend on call as non-resident consultant. All OOH (Out of Hours) work will be at Band A of intensity. The appointee will take full responsibility for clinical care of patients during their duties. Additional support and mentoring will also be available as appropriate based on the appointee’s experience.

The consultant is expected to be physically on site while providing labour ward cover during working hours.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications & Skills

Essential criteria

• Full GMC registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
• CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  
  

Desirable criteria

• ATSM Gynaeoncolgy
• ATSM Advance Labour Ward Practice/Or Equivalent
• ATSM Colposcopy or equivalent
  
  

Essential Criteria

Clinical experience & effectiveness

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• Good working knowledge and experience of up-to-date obstetrics & gynaecology
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Qualification in Risk management
• Additional relevant degree(s)
  
  

Essential Criteria

Management & Administrative experience

• Appropriate levels of skills and abilities expected from a properly trained consultant in obstetrics and gynaecology
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of management and administration
• Appropriate IT skills
• Evidence of effective service development
  
  

Essential Criteria

Teaching & Training experience

• Experience of supervising junior staff
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Formal qualification in Medical Education
  
  

Personal attributes

Essential Criteria

• Good leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
• Good organisational and management skills
• Supportive and tolerant
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Caring attitude to patients
• Flexibility and Adaptability to changing needs of service
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Completed ATSMs as above
• Knowledge of Welsh language