Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist-Interest high-risk obstetrics
| Posting date: | 20 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £99,532 - £131,964 per annum/pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2024 |
| Location: | Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4QU |
| Company: | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6320286/359-MSD6320286OG |
Summary
A Vacancy at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
We are actively seeking a dedicated Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, particularly one with a keen interest and expertise in high-risk obstetrics. Given the growing demand for consultant oversight in maternity risk assessment and acute care, we are specifically seeking a candidate to take the lead in maternity triage and spearhead the effective implementation of BSOTS.
This post is an integral part of our consultant expansion initiative, aiming to increase our current team of 17 to 20 members. This expansion facilitates the implementation of separate acute obstetric and gynaecological cover from Monday to Friday, as part of our 'hot week' system. Obstetric 'hot weeks' will occur at a frequency of 1 in 22, while gynaecological 'hot weeks' will be scheduled at 1 in 18.
Service provision for Obstetrics is primarily based at the Tunbridge Wells hospital, with Birth Centres adjacent to Maidstone Hospital and in Crowborough. Annually, we deliver just under 6000 babies across the three units. Gynaecology inpatients and most emergencies are managed at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, supplemented by an early pregnancy service. Additionally, we offer a day-case service at Maidstone hospital, with outpatient services available at both locations.
Job description pending Royal college approval.
The role encompasses approximately 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), consisting of 7.5 Direct Clinical Care (DPA) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) and 1 PA for lead for Maternity triage and implementation of BSOTS. As a new consultant within the trust, there's an anticipation of gradually integrating additional managerial, educational, and other responsibilities into the role. SPA time offers flexibility for activities supporting professional development and service enhancement, including teaching, audit, educational supervision, and mandatory training, with evidence of delivery expected through annual appraisal.
The post holder will be responsible for managing the weekly High-Risk Obstetric Clinic, specializing in cases of Preterm Birth, Hypertension, and Twins. They will also oversee weekly Caesarean sections, handle maternity triage, and perform External Cephalic Version (ECV) procedures. Additionally, they will conduct a general gynecology clinic every other week, with a specific emphasis on adolescent gynecology. Furthermore, they will have two-day case lists each month. Moreover, they will be encouraged to engage in minor procedures and outpatient hysteroscopy clinics to enhance their skill set and contribute to overall patient care.
The Trust consists of the Tunbridge Wells Hospital and Maidstone Hospital and serves a population of approximately 500,000 people, living in the West Kent and East Sussex areas. The Trust also manages the Kent Cancer Centre at Maidstone and Canterbury.
The Women’s Directorate strives for excellence across the service, from our community care to our labour suite and birth centres. We work in collaboration with our local Maternity network, and Maternity Voices Partnership, we are developing our service to provide high quality care and excellence throughout the maternity journey.
Service provision for Obstetrics is based at the Tunbridge Wells hospital with Birth Centres adjacent to Maidstone Hospital and in Crowborough. We deliver approximately 5800 babies per annum across the three units. Gynaecology inpatients and most emergencies are treated at Tunbridge Wells Hospital. We also provide Ambulatory Gynaecology service at Maidstone hospital. Outpatient services are at both hospitals.
To provide clinical commitments in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Interest and experience in Labour ward management is essential.
To contribute to daytime emergency obstetrics and gynaecology cover and contribute to the on-call obstetrics and gynaecology rota.This includes provision of prospectivecoverforcolleaguesduringannualandstudyleaveandotherabsencesasfarasispracticableandclinicallysafe. The department provides a 7-day service.
To work in collaboration with clinical colleagues, to deliver a comprehensive obstetrics service to patients in maternity triage and day unit with particular emphasis on risk assessment and implementation of BSOTSand to be the lead of maternity triage and maternity day unit
To be responsible for the obstetric training of junior staff and undergraduate students. The role will provide leadership and input for the PROMPT
To be involved in appraisal and assessment of junior staff and undergraduate students. To actively participate in clinical teaching and training of the wider multidisciplinary
Toensureatalltimesthatthe postholdercomplywiththeGeneralMedicalCouncil’spublishedguide“GoodMedicalPractice” includingtheDutiesofaDoctor.
Totakepersonalresponsibilityforriskmanagementinyourworkandundertaketoreviewpracticesandlearnfrom mistakes.
Toensurethatyourespondpromptlyandefficientlytoallcomplaintsrelatedtoanypatientcareyouoryourstaffhavebeeninvolvedwith,assistingtheTrust’scorporateresponsibilityto replytocomplaintswithin a specifiedtimeframe.
Toensurethatyoudevelopandmaintaineffectiveworkingrelationshipswiththoseagenciesconcernedwiththeprovisionofhealthandsocialcareservicesandthoserepresenting theinterestsofpatients.
Toundertakeanannualjobplan,reviewasoutlinedintheTrustGuidetoJobPlanning.
Youarerequiredtotakereasonablecareforthehealthandsafetyofyourselfandotherswhomaybeaffectedbywhatyoudowhileatwork.YoumustadheretoTrustIRMERRegulations.
This advert closes on Sunday 16 Jun 2024
We are actively seeking a dedicated Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, particularly one with a keen interest and expertise in high-risk obstetrics. Given the growing demand for consultant oversight in maternity risk assessment and acute care, we are specifically seeking a candidate to take the lead in maternity triage and spearhead the effective implementation of BSOTS.
This post is an integral part of our consultant expansion initiative, aiming to increase our current team of 17 to 20 members. This expansion facilitates the implementation of separate acute obstetric and gynaecological cover from Monday to Friday, as part of our 'hot week' system. Obstetric 'hot weeks' will occur at a frequency of 1 in 22, while gynaecological 'hot weeks' will be scheduled at 1 in 18.
Service provision for Obstetrics is primarily based at the Tunbridge Wells hospital, with Birth Centres adjacent to Maidstone Hospital and in Crowborough. Annually, we deliver just under 6000 babies across the three units. Gynaecology inpatients and most emergencies are managed at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, supplemented by an early pregnancy service. Additionally, we offer a day-case service at Maidstone hospital, with outpatient services available at both locations.
Job description pending Royal college approval.
The role encompasses approximately 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), consisting of 7.5 Direct Clinical Care (DPA) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) and 1 PA for lead for Maternity triage and implementation of BSOTS. As a new consultant within the trust, there's an anticipation of gradually integrating additional managerial, educational, and other responsibilities into the role. SPA time offers flexibility for activities supporting professional development and service enhancement, including teaching, audit, educational supervision, and mandatory training, with evidence of delivery expected through annual appraisal.
The post holder will be responsible for managing the weekly High-Risk Obstetric Clinic, specializing in cases of Preterm Birth, Hypertension, and Twins. They will also oversee weekly Caesarean sections, handle maternity triage, and perform External Cephalic Version (ECV) procedures. Additionally, they will conduct a general gynecology clinic every other week, with a specific emphasis on adolescent gynecology. Furthermore, they will have two-day case lists each month. Moreover, they will be encouraged to engage in minor procedures and outpatient hysteroscopy clinics to enhance their skill set and contribute to overall patient care.
The Trust consists of the Tunbridge Wells Hospital and Maidstone Hospital and serves a population of approximately 500,000 people, living in the West Kent and East Sussex areas. The Trust also manages the Kent Cancer Centre at Maidstone and Canterbury.
The Women’s Directorate strives for excellence across the service, from our community care to our labour suite and birth centres. We work in collaboration with our local Maternity network, and Maternity Voices Partnership, we are developing our service to provide high quality care and excellence throughout the maternity journey.
Service provision for Obstetrics is based at the Tunbridge Wells hospital with Birth Centres adjacent to Maidstone Hospital and in Crowborough. We deliver approximately 5800 babies per annum across the three units. Gynaecology inpatients and most emergencies are treated at Tunbridge Wells Hospital. We also provide Ambulatory Gynaecology service at Maidstone hospital. Outpatient services are at both hospitals.
To provide clinical commitments in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Interest and experience in Labour ward management is essential.
To contribute to daytime emergency obstetrics and gynaecology cover and contribute to the on-call obstetrics and gynaecology rota.This includes provision of prospectivecoverforcolleaguesduringannualandstudyleaveandotherabsencesasfarasispracticableandclinicallysafe. The department provides a 7-day service.
To work in collaboration with clinical colleagues, to deliver a comprehensive obstetrics service to patients in maternity triage and day unit with particular emphasis on risk assessment and implementation of BSOTSand to be the lead of maternity triage and maternity day unit
To be responsible for the obstetric training of junior staff and undergraduate students. The role will provide leadership and input for the PROMPT
To be involved in appraisal and assessment of junior staff and undergraduate students. To actively participate in clinical teaching and training of the wider multidisciplinary
Toensureatalltimesthatthe postholdercomplywiththeGeneralMedicalCouncil’spublishedguide“GoodMedicalPractice” includingtheDutiesofaDoctor.
Totakepersonalresponsibilityforriskmanagementinyourworkandundertaketoreviewpracticesandlearnfrom mistakes.
Toensurethatyourespondpromptlyandefficientlytoallcomplaintsrelatedtoanypatientcareyouoryourstaffhavebeeninvolvedwith,assistingtheTrust’scorporateresponsibilityto replytocomplaintswithin a specifiedtimeframe.
Toensurethatyoudevelopandmaintaineffectiveworkingrelationshipswiththoseagenciesconcernedwiththeprovisionofhealthandsocialcareservicesandthoserepresenting theinterestsofpatients.
Toundertakeanannualjobplan,reviewasoutlinedintheTrustGuidetoJobPlanning.
Youarerequiredtotakereasonablecareforthehealthandsafetyofyourselfandotherswhomaybeaffectedbywhatyoudowhileatwork.YoumustadheretoTrustIRMERRegulations.
This advert closes on Sunday 16 Jun 2024
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