We are seeking a motivated Obstetrics and Gynaecology resident doctor to lead a project about postnatal debriefing and pre-pregnancy care following spontaneous pre-term birth. The successful candidate will be expected to register for an MD with University of Liverpool.

Requirements

• Currently working at ST3 level or above, although it may be more suitable for a more senior trainee.
• Doctors both in and outside of a training programme are welcome to apply.
• Current UK professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a project about postnatal debriefing and pre-pregnancy care following spontaneous pre-term birth.
• Register for an MD with University of Liverpool.
• Participate in all pre-term birth prevention clinic sessions at the Liverpool Women's Hospital.
• Join the full on call rota (ST3-7 on call is currently a full shift on call on 1 in 14 rota, including 1 set of 4 weekday nights and 1 set of weekend nights every 14 weeks and 2 sets of twilight shifts (17:00 - 23:00) and 2 sets of daytime weekend duties in 14 weeks).
• Co-develop a plan for providing postnatal debriefs and pre-pregnancy care in partnership with women who have experienced sPTB by:
  • Reviewing research models on debriefing.
  • Gathering insights from women, partners and families.
  • Consulting healthcare providers on challenges and facilitators.
  • Creating outlines of models of care.
  • Exploring resources to implement models of care.
  • Creating a roadmap for national implementation of postnatal debriefs and pre-pregnancy care.

Benefits

• Access to training in insertion of cervical cerclage.
• Opportunity to access training in fetal growth assessment through the Rainbow Clinic, dependant on the learning needs of the successful candidate.
• Project funding and policy support from the charity Tommy's.
• Supplementary external supervision from Professor Anna David (University College London) and Professor Catherine Williamson (Imperial College London).
• Research component supported by health economists at University of Liverpool, Dr Elizabeth Camacho and Dr Ruaraidh Hill.

Application Process

• 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
• From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal C:
• 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.

About Liverpool Women's

Liverpool Women's delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and their families. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career.

We value the contribution of individual talent and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the local community. We will consider requests for flexible working on hiring.

Our core value is to 'Be Kind' and we have an ambition to 'Be Brilliant' with the best people, giving the safest care, to provide outstanding experiences.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge care possible. We have long-term aspirations for the future. https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/about-us/our-future/planning-for-future-generations/ We are committed to creating a greener Liverpool Women's https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4095/our-green-plan.pdf https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-16pp-v5-current-version.pdf