Job summary
- Main area
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar
- Contract
- 12 months (This is a 12 month fixed term post, with potential to be made permanent for the right candidate.)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (Working a 1/7 on-call rota.)
- Job ref
- 405-MD2546OG
- Employer
- Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Dorset County Hospital
- Town
- Dorchester
- Salary
- £65,048 - £73,992 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/07/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 14/07/2025
Employer heading
Trust Grade Registrar - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar
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Job overview
Applications are invited to join our Obstetric & Gynaecology Department at Dorset County Hospital. We are a busy unit, managing a wide rural geographical area. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic doctor who has a minimum of two years experience at Registrar Level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift, which is EWTD compliant. The Trust Doctor will be attending major inpatient operating lists to enhance / develop their surgical skills in abdominal and vaginal open surgery. You will be covering Labour ward, Gynaecology Ward, antenatal care clinics and day case surgery.
You will benefit from working alongside a team of 10 Consultants with special interests in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and learning from their skills. We have a broad range of training opportunities available and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development, including training in non-clinical aspects of the post. The post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work across both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, covering Labour Ward, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the Day Assessment Triage Units and the Early Pregnancy Unit. This includes being responsible for the care of patients admitted to obstetric and gynaecology beds within Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the Consultants.
To be competent in medical and general obstetric and gynaecological procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor. This includes ability to manage Labour Ward under indirect Consultant supervision, be competent in all caesarean section categories, instrumental deliveries, 3rd degree perineal tear repair and management of obstetric emergencies.
To assume clinical responsibility under the supervision of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist for the management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological disorders. They will assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
Working for our organisation
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application, please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact the recruitment team at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
We are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCOG Part 1
Desirable criteria
- MRCOG Part 2/3
- Additional relevant qualifications
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum of two years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Competent to manage labour ward independently at Registrar level without direct supervision
- Able to manage common obstetric and acute gynaecological emergencies
- Evidence Evidence of understanding of audit principles, clinical governance and patient safety.
Desirable criteria
- UK experience at Obs & Gynae Registrar Level
- Completion of Obs & Gynae Audit
- Teaching / presentation / research experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Excellent communications skills in English
- Evidence of good team working skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable criteria
- RCOG Basic Practical Skills Course
- RCOG ROBuST Course
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
- Claire McFarland
- Job title
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology Business Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01305 255888
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