ConsultantObstetrics & Gynaecology

Locum Consultant Gynaecologist- Subspecialist Gynaecological Oncology

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

Sheffield

Salary

£113,565 – £150,569

Posted

2 days ago

About the role

We are looking to appoint to a Whole-Time Locum Consultant Gynaecologist with a subspecialist interest in Gynaecological Oncology to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Jessop Wing of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. This is a fixed term post for 12 months.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

The cancer centre at STH offers a full range of gynaecological care including robotic surgery and the appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of a Comprehensive Gynaecological Oncology Service.

Locum Consultant Gynaecologist- Subspecialist Gynaecological Oncology

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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They will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence and will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the department.

The development of a specialist interest within gynaecological oncology will be encouraged.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Person specification

Essential

Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise.
MRCOG Postgraduate professional qualification
Experience in performing clinical audit
Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
Good oral and written communication skills
Evidence of experience of working as part of a multi- professional team
The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors.
Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Ability to work as an independent practitioner in gynaecological oncology with subspecialty training in Gynaecological Oncology.
Evidence of competence in contemporary management strategies in gynaecological oncology
Willingness to acquire/improve clinical skills and knowledge in gynaecological oncology

Desirable

MD or PhD or equivalent
Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
CCT in Obs and Gynae and subspecialty training in Gynaecological Oncology
Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Publications in Peer reviewed journals.