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Sexual Health Specialty Doctor

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

London

Salary

£61,542 – £99,216

Posted

7 weeks ago

About the role

Working in a clinical session providing contraception, especially long acting reversible contraception (LARC) and the testing and management of sexual infections.

The holder of the post would work alongside a medical and nursing team in providing services in a level 3 Integrated sexual health service.

Experience of independent practice in LARC provision is essential. Experience of providing contraception to specific populations such as young people, peri-menopausal women and those with specific medical conditions would be desirable. Prior experience in management of sexual infections, is essential as training. This post is not recognised for specialty training.

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· Actively participate in clinical governance activities

· Pursue continuing medical education to the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive health and GMC guidelines.

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1. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is not an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties of this post. The appointee is expected to:

Sexual Health Specialty Doctor

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

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· Providing contraception, especially long acting reversible contraception (LARC) and the testing and management of sexual infections.

· Work independently, but within competencies at all times. Seek senior support where necessary.

· Show flexibility and undertake different appropriate clinical tasks within allocated DCC sessions at the request of the clinical manager, as the need arises.

2. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

· Actively participate in clinical guidelines development, audit and CPD.

3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGING

· Actively contribute to clinical guidelines development, clinical governance activities.

4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES

· Work with manager to stay up-to-date with EPR changes

· Ensure accurate, complete and contemporaneous coding of clinical activity.

5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

· Pursue continuing medical education to the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive health and GMC guidelines.

· Actively participate in the Unit’s Teaching Programme and undertake supervision, teaching and training of medical trainees and other multi-professional staff, in line with guidance from the relevant specialty bodies.

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Working at North Middlesex Hospital’s Sexual Health Service offers a rewarding opportunity to support patients in a welcoming, confidential, and inclusive environment. The service is known for its compassionate, patient-centred care, providing essential sexual health advice, testing, and treatment to a diverse community. Being part of the team allows staff to make a meaningful difference in public health while working alongside experienced professionals dedicated to promoting wellbeing, education, and stigma-free care

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Person specification

Essential

Basic Medical Qualification (MBBS or equivalent)
Full GMC Registration at time of appointment and holds a current licence to practice.
DFSRH
Letters of competence in subdermal implants & intrauterine techniques
Significant Clinical Experience in sexual and reproductive health provision in UK
Clinical experience in diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted infections
Experience of audit, quality improvement and other aspects of clinical governance
Experience on providing training and education to undergraduates and other members of the multidisciplinary team
Able to work on their own initiative. Able to recognise own limitation and ask for help or support as appropriate.
Ability to demonstrate effective team working.
Good understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council.
Commitment to continuous professional development
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and relatives. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
Keeps professional knowledge & skills up to date
Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
Respects and promotes individual rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures

Desirable

MFSRH
Relevant qualification/accreditation in medical education as per FSRH requirements to become a Faculty Registered Trainer e.g. Postgraduate Course In Medical Education for Sexual and Reproductive Health (or completed within 12 months of appointment)
DIPGUM or STIF advanced competencies or equivalent experience