Locum Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic new consultant to join our current team of 14 consultants. This is a full time fixed term post with main commitment in gynaecology and some obstetric component. It includes contribution to the non-resident on call rota for both obstetrics and gynaecology. 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.

Special interests and accredited training in Gynae oncology are desirable for this post in addition to a broad range of generic skills in Obstetrics and gynaecology. Additional skills and experience in risk management and gynae ultrasound would also be desirable.

Main duties of the job

The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in North Wales. The appointee will be expected to participate in all aspects of work including outpatient clinic sessions in obstetrics and gynaecology, peripheral clinics, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists.

The job plan is detailed in the attached appendices and is for 10 sessions. The rota frequency and work pattern out of hours is reviewed on a regular basis and changes may be necessary in future to adapt to changes in the department. Some sessions in the job plan are buddied with another consultant to provide further support to the new consultant and encourage individual development. It is anticipated that the appointee will be dedicating part of their SPA session for an educational role (educational supervision and teaching/training). The appointee will be sharing office space and secretary with existing consultants.

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 the full Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualifications & Skills

Essential criteria

• Full GMC registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Benign Gynaecology ATSM
• Gynaecology Oncology ATSM
• Subspecialty in Gynae Oncology
• Accreditation in colposcopy
• CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  
  

Essential Criteria

Clinical experience & effectiveness

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCST
• Statement regarding appropriate training including special interest in benign gynaecology and or gynae oncology
• Good working knowledge and experience of up-to-date obstetrics & gynaecology
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Qualification in Risk management
• Qualification in Gynae ultrasound
• Additional relevant degree(s)
• Advanced Labour Ward Practice ATSM
  
  

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
• During on-calls, able to attend workplace within 30 minutes when on-call, safely and legally to meet the needs of the service
• Flexibility and Adaptability to changing needs of service
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Completed ATSMs as above
• Knowledge of Welsh language