Trust Registrar in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Job description

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Doctor to join our District General Hospital Women's Health Team.

Offering well-established early pregnancy, urogynaecology, minimal access, menstrual disorders and ambulatory gynaecology services there are plenty of opportunities to develop skills in these areas.

This is a 60% less than full time post available at Registrar (middle grade) level for an initial period of 12 months commencing as soon as possible until early October 2027. There is scope to offer a full-time placement until January 2027 after which the vacancy reduces to 60% LTFT.

The position is suitable for:

• Candidates with ST3+ experience.

• Overseas doctors within or outside the EEA who wish to pursue a career in the UK and have completed training in general Obstetrics & Gynaecology to ST3+ level or above and hold MRCOG qualification.

Main duties of the job

What we Offer:

The opportunity to take an active role in the day to day running of the department - outpatient Gynae and antenatal clinics, main and day case theatre lists.

Chance to develop skills in minimal access skills and ambulatory gynaecology and colposcopy.

Chance to participate in audit & Research projects

Consultant support

Your life outside HHFT is important and the Trust are happy to consider applications with flexible working patterns that cater to individual requirements; this can be discussed at interview

Role Description:

This is a full time post available at Junior Doctor (MT03) level for a period of 6 months commencing as soon as possible with possible extension for further 6 months.

Working for our organisation

Services are based mainly within the Royal Hampshire County Hospital (RHCH), Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (BNHH), and Andover War Memorial Hospital (AWMH). Additional outpatient services
are provided across Hampshire.

Maternity

There are 2 similar sized consultant-led maternity units at BNHH and RHCH which together deliver 5500 women. In addition, Hampshire Hospitals' Maternity Centre at Andover offers midwifery-led care and birth with a community birth rate above the national average. Antenatal care is provided within the hospital and the community by hospital staff, midwives, general practitioners and consultants. There are weekly antenatal clinics for diabetes, fetal and maternal medicine, specialist midwifery and external cephalic version.

Neonatal Services

Both acute sites provide Level 2 intensive care for babies above 27 weeks' gestation. Mothers who are less than 27 weeks are usually transferred antenatally, or if delivered locally, stabilised and subsequently transferred to a Level 3 unit.

Gynaecology

General gynaecology clinics are held on most days on all sites. The Trust consistently meets its 18 week RTT and cancer targets. Several of the consultants have established 'see and treat' services and the Trust wishes
to develop this further.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder willl be involved in the delivery of obstetric and emergency gynaecology care at

Royal Hampshire County Hospital (delivery rate 2300/year).

The successful candidate will: -

• Participate in the middle grade (registrar level) 1:8 rota with consultant support from home

• Take an active role in the day to day running of the department - outpatient Gynae and antenatal clinics, main and day case theatre lists.

• Actively participate in audits and research projects in the unit and quality improvement projects.

• Contribute to departmental teaching sessions

Person specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in Obstetrics and gynaecology; or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
• GMC registration
• Middle grade ST3+ experience in the UK or equivalent
• MRCOG Part 1

Desirable criteria

• MRCOG part 2/3

Skills and Ability

Essential criteria

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Good IT skills

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of self motivation and initiative

Clinical Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Previous experience at ST3+ or equivalent level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Independent ability to perform Caesarean section
• Independent ability to perform operative vaginal birth - forceps and ventouse

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of participation in research
• Relevant courses - ALS and basic surgical skills

Using AI in Your Application

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Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may be rejected. For example, we may receive multiple applications containing identical or generic wording that does not reflect the individual applicant.

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Working in healthcare requires integrity, honesty and accountability. We expect all applications and assessments to be a genuine reflection of your own experience, knowledge and values.
Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in both the delivery of our services and the recruitment and management of our staff.

We welcome applications from everyone who has the skills, experience and values required for the role, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.
Happy to Talk Flexible Working

We are committed to supporting flexible ways of working and will consider all requests for flexible and part-time working wherever service needs allow.
Important Information About Your Application
Recruitment Process

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Vacancy Closing Dates

This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
English Language Requirement

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English. This will be assessed during the recruitment process.
Pre-Employment Checks and Probation
Keeping Patients Safe

At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, patient safety is our highest priority. We recommend that staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and understand that we continue to care for patients who are COVID-19 positive within our services.
Probationary Period

All new employees will be required to complete a six-month probationary period as part of their employment with the Trust.

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