Job summary
- Main area
- O&G
- Grade
- Consultant
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term 12 month following appointment)
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 430-WC1033A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Obs & Gynae - Med Staff (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £105,504 - £139,882 Per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/06/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 16/07/2025
Employer heading
Locum Consultant O&G
Consultant
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job overview
Applications are invited to apply for a Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a 12-month fixed-term post offering 10 programmed activities. Additional programmed activities may be available, but these are subject to annual discussion and agreement and do not form part of the underlying contractual agreement.
Potential applicants are invited to discuss areas of sub-specialty interest with clinical managers at the Trust prior to application.
The successful applicant will be expected to participate in teaching both under and postgraduate students associated with the University of Buckingham and will also be expected to support colleagues doing these activities as part of his or her arranged job plan.
Main duties of the job
An interest in general gynaecology is desired for this role.
To participate in Consultant Labour Ward and emergency gynaecology cover and on call as per the rota.
The successful candidate will be expected to be motivated and committed to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of services.
Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education
Working for our organisation
There are 15 Consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, 5 Specialist Trainees and 11 Trust Doctors at registrar level.
There is 2 tier registrar rota during the day and night. The approximate number of births is around 4000.
There will be 1 in 12 on-call rota commitments including Labour Ward hot week (1in 12) and an Emergency Gynae hot week (1in 13, AM session only).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible workingopportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful candidate will have good general obstetrics and gynaecology skills.
There will be 1 in 12 on-call rota commitments including Labour Ward hot week (8.00- 18.00 hours) (1in 12) and an Emergency Gynae hot week (8.00-13.00hours) (1in 13, AM session only).
Please see attached job description.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full GMC registration
- MRCOG or appropriate Specialist Qualification
Desirable criteria
- Further Higher Degree
- NHS Experience
- Entry onto the GMC specialist Register or Eligibility for entry within 6months of the date of the AAC
Experience
Essential criteria
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent that required for a UK CCST
Desirable criteria
- Candidates will be encouraged to maintain or develop a subspeciality skill
- ATSM in Obstetric Medicine, Fetal Medicine, High Risk pregnancy
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence based practice
- Understanding of clinical risk management and Governance
Desirable criteria
- IT skills
- Breadth of experience within and outside speciality
Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
- Clinical skills and experience to undertake consultant post in NHS
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience at consultant level
Communication Skills and Teaching
Essential criteria
- Good written and verbal communication and skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
Desirable criteria
- A proven background of organising and delivering undergraduate and Graduate teaching research with evidence training for the role is highly desirable
- A qualification in Medical Education, such as a Diploma
Leadership skills
Essential criteria
- To motivate and develop both medical staff and nonmedical staff.
- Ability to identify and implement service development and change
Desirable criteria
- Interest in Medical management
Other requirements
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Division and Trust as a whole
Desirable criteria
- Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate management.
Transport
Essential criteria
- The successful candidate will be required to live within 15 miles of Milton Keynes Hospital, or 30 minutes travelling time when on call
Desirable criteria
- Own transport
Circumstances
Essential criteria
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the General Medical Council as well as remaining on the Specialist Register
Health
Essential criteria
- Be in good health Demonstration immunisation against Hep B, plus proof of HBs AG negative status
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ms Nidhi Shandil Singh
- Job title
- Clinical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Further Information
Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post, please contact:
Ms Nidhi Shandil Singh, Clinical Director, Women’s Health
Miss Jodie Bonsell, Operational Manager
Miss Nandini Gupta, Divisional Director, Women & Children’s Division
Dr Ian Reckless, Chief Medical Officer.
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