09 Oct
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Rotherham
Job description
Job summary
A vacancy has arisen in the Obstetrics & Gynecology departmentfor a Locum Appointment to Service ST1-2 Level due to a vacancy in the GPVTS TrainingProgram.
This is a service post but provides an excellentopportunity for a trainee seeking experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology orindividuals interested in embarking in a career in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
This post is a 1 : 7 full shift rota which includes out ofhours.
The Department is staffed by 12 Consultants, 1 Specialty Doctor,1 CESR Fellow, 8Specialty Trainees at ST3 and above, 1 ST1-2 trainee and6 GP / VTS trainees.
Please read the Job Description and Person Specificationattached,
and ensure that your statement in support of your applicationreflects the criteria.
For further information, please contact Miss Nike Bika ,Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology on : 01709 424318, or Miss Faye Marshall, Service Manager for Family Health on 0170942424245.
Main duties of the job
When attached to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Wards, the Junior ClinicalFellow is responsible for ensuring that all patients are adequately clerked,investigations ordered and results received, acted upon and filed.
The administrative duties include ensuringthat discharge summaries are completed within reasonable time.
The Junior Clinical Fellow is also required to attend appropriateclinics and see selected patients under supervision.
When on duty for Labour Suite, the Junior ClinicalFellow work should be organised in order to ensure that patients in thisIntensive Care Area will receive prompt attention at all times.
In the evening and at weekends the Junior ClinicalFellow is also on duty on the Obstetric Wards and should be acquainted with allthe obstetric in-patients.
There is a regular GP teaching session on Wednesday afternoons andpostgraduate teaching sessions on Friday afternoons which may be appropriate.
About us
The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population. Our vision is to always act the right way andbe proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients.
In thelatest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for wouldyou recommend the Trust as a place to work and were one of the most improvedfor staff engagement overall.
But do notjust take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominationsfor our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements.
Ourpeople make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud ofthe improvements we are making.
All of our colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing toimprove our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring andTogether.
If you are passionate aboutmaking a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the post have been constructed havingconsidered the current and anticipated work of the Department.
However, duties may be subject tomodification from time to time in accordance with any changes introduced in theDepartment Policy.
The Department
The Gynaecological Service
The gynaecological inpatient unit is located on Ward B11. Atpresent, there are 14 beds. Each year we perform :
1900 day case procedures
600 elective inpatientprocedures
7500 new outpatients.
11000 FU patients
A full range of gynaecology procedures are providedincluding advanced laparoscopic and urogynaecology surgery, advanced ambulatoryprocedures and colposcopy.
We are a cancer unit offering early stage cancersurgery, with the advanced surgery being performed at our local cancer centresin Sheffield.
There is a very active ambulatory care unit performing Novasureand other outpatient techniques.
There is specific Consultant-led practice in cervicalpathology; oncology; fertility; ambulatory care and urogynaecology;
and fullfacilities are available for the support of minimal access gynaecologicalsurgery. There are also other specialist clinics including perineal traumaclinic, vulval, pregnancy advisory and abortion care, joint endocrine clinicand psychosexual clinics
Early pregnancy assessment is supported by a nurse lead teamwith consultant supervision.
The Obstetric Service
The Obstetric unit conducts approximately 2600 - 2700deliveries per year.
The Maternity Unit currently has 23 beds and a Level 2neonatal unit. Consultant presence on the Delivery Suite is hours a week.
There are resident evening sessions with non-resident on call overnight.
Antenatal practice is divided up into specific specialityclinics to which expectant mothers are allocated.
The vast majority of routineand detailed scans are performed within the department.
Specific antenatalclinics are supported by Consultant physicians and Nurse / midwife Specialists.The unit has specialist antenatal clinics which include preterm, multiplepregnancy, diabetes, mental health, endocrine and haematology.
The Neonatal Service
The neonatal unit is designated as a Local Neonatal Unit(level 2) working in conjunction with the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit inSheffield Teaching Hospitals.
There are 14 cots including 3 intensive / highdependency cots. The department works in close conjunction with the obstetricunit and the neonatal network to ensure effective care of extreme prematurityand complex antenatal problems.
ClinicalGovernance
Inconjunction with Consultant colleagues,
to ensure that the requirements ofclinical governance are met.
AnyOther Duties
Anyother duties as deemed appropriate.
On-call / Full Shift duties
The rota commitment is currently full shift with prospective cover andon call commitments. The commitment isto The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust.
This is reviewed and contracted for prior to each new intake. Any changes to the rota may result in a changein the work schedule.
General
Clinical Governance
1. In conjunction with Consultant colleagues,to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
Any Other Duties
2. Anyother duties as deemed appropriate.
Person Specification
Ability / skills
Essential
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help,
able to prioritise clinical need.
- Shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
Education and Teaching
Desirable
Evidence of participation
Leadership*
Essential
- An understanding of and ability to demonstrate your ability to : Empower others, Lead through change, Influence strategically, Collaborative working, Drive for improvement and Integrity
- Demonstrate innovation and problem solving abilities
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC number
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
MRCOG Part I or relevant experience
Research and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles and application
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
Relevant research published in peer review journal
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Ability to deal with the stressful situations and take responsibility
Experience
Essential
- Basic medical training
- Good record keeping
- Demonstrate recent or up to date breadth of experience and training to enable fulfilment of service requirements for the post.
Desirable
- Basic surgical skills course
- ALS training
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology experience
- Experience in other relevant disciplines