ConsultantObstetrics & Gynaecology

Consultant in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

Harlow

Salary

£113,565 – £150,569

Posted

2 days ago

About the role

Applications are invited for a substantive Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist with a dedicated focus on Labour Ward Leadership. We seek candidates with established expertise in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, coupled with a demonstrated commitment to enhancing patient safety, optimizing team performance, and advancing training through simulation methodologies.

Main duties of the job

As the Labour Ward Lead, the appointed consultant will oversee the daily operations of the obstetric unit during allocated hot weeks. During this period, the consultant will deliver direct, consultant-led care across the unit, with other clinical duties temporarily suspended to ensure a dedicated focus on obstetric care. Emergency gynaecology cover during these weeks will be provided by a separate consultant.

The role also encompasses responsibility for the development and enhancement of the simulation training program. This includes designing and delivering multidisciplinary simulation sessions aimed at improving clinical outcomes and fostering cohesive team performance in high-risk obstetric scenarios.

Consultant in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

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The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Person specification

Essential

Full GMC registration
MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)*
Must be expecting to receive CCT within the next six months to be eligible for interview. All other candidates must already be on the GMC Specialist Register.
Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC*
CCST or Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCST
RCOG ATSM or similar in Labour ward
Experience in Simulation Training lead or PROMPT training
RCOG ATSM in General Gynaecology (As the Post covers Both general Obstetrics and Gynaecology)

Desirable

Further higher degree (depends on post)
Additional clinical experience/training that may be required
Additional RCOG ATSM(s) in Obstetrics or Gynaecology (Acute Gynaecology/Early Pregnancy or Hysteroscopy or Colposcopy or High-risk Pregnancy) are desirable.