University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Trust Doctor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (ST3+ Equivalent), . University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
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About. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Chichester PO19 6SE, UK
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Job summary
This post is a Trust doctor (ST3+ equivalent) in Obstetrics & Gynaecology in St Richard's Hospital. An exciting opportunity to work in a friendly, dynamic, forward thinking department with consultants at the forefront of their fields of expertise. Applicants must have completed Foundation competencies as part of the UK Foundation programme or demonstrate equivalent training, and must also be able to provide evidence of completion of end-ST2 level competences as per the RCOG training matrix.
Applicants should have experience working at ST3+ level, ideally within the UK. Basic Life Support training is essential. Candidates require current and valid GMC registration.
St Richard's has a full range of day surgery and more complex open surgery. There are MDMs and a thriving cross site teaching timetable including a journal club with excellent teaching opportunities. Colposcopy and outpatient hysteroscopy lists are performed at St Richard's as well as supervision for most of the RCOG SITMs. We have an excellent postgraduate education centre with easy access to IT and library support. Simulation both low and high-fidelity sessions, Laparoscopic simulator, and Ultrasound Scan Simulation (USS) training are well established.
The successful candidate is encouraged to perform audits, projects and publish articles. All doctors in training are allocated named educational supervisors experienced in the use of eportfolio and WpBA tools.
Main duties of the job
The post is for doctors wishing to gain clinical experience at a ST3+ level in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- The post offers a wide range of experience in all areas of the specialty.
- Whilst this post is not recognised for training, the appointee will be supported by a named educational supervisor.
- The post holder will contribute to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology inpatient and outpatient services as well as being part of the second on call rota with an on call frequency of 1 in 8.
- There is a consultant present for 65 hours a week and then on call from home.
- The job involves a rotation including long days, weekend days on call and a set of nights on call every 8 weeks with compensatory time off following. The rolling rota of long days and night shifts will be available prior to starting the job.
- An early pregnancy assessment clinic (EPAC) runs Monday to Friday.
- Duties will involve working on the labour ward, reviewing obstetric and gynaecology (including early pregnancy) emergencies and looking after antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology inpatients as well as attending antenatal and gynaecology clinics.
- There will be opportunities to attend elective gynaecology and obstetric theatres.
- The post holder will also be encouraged to take part in departmental teaching and quality improvement work.
- There is good exposure available to MDM meetings and opportunities to take active roles in these meetings and clinical governance days as part of the job.
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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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Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information of the main responsibilities.
Job Responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information of the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience/ Qualifications
- Basic medical degree
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Experience
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standard/Good Medical Practice
- Evidence of completion of end-ST2 competences as per RCOG training matrix at https://www.rcog.org.uk/media/wcjd0udi/matrix-of-progression_curriuclum-2024_2025-2026_final-2.pdf
Organisation and Planning
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Teaching Skills
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Academic and Research
- Evidence of participation in audit
Career Progression
- Appropriate progression of career to date
- Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written
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Desirable
Knowledge
- Breadth of experience in and outside of specialty
Organisation and Planning
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honors
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement..
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement..
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
United Kingdom
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