Job overview

Our department is seeking a well motivated resident doctor to gain to gain both clinical and surgical experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology within a teaching hospital setting.

This post supports the candidate to gain experience in the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology core curriculum. Education supervisor is provided and the post holder will be encouraged to engage with the eportfolio to document training competencies.

The day-to-day clinical responsibilities will form the significant part of the training offered. All doctors are expected to undertake audit and to make contribution to the weekly departmental academic teaching programme. Department will provide essential training such as PROMPT/ CTG study day/ MED2.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will participate in the on call rota providing cover for both Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a three- tier system. Other regular clinical sessions include antenatal clinic, gynaecology clinic, maternity triage, maternity day assessment unit and theatre session.

Applicants should have completed MRCOG Part 3 and registered with the GMC.

The postholder will work under both direct and indirect supervision of consultants. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team are essential. The successful candidate should demonstrate compassion towards patients, along with strong time management and organisational skills.

Working for our organisation

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority,  as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. 

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If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.