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Job summary

Main area
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Grade
Advanced Training Fellow
Contract
2 years (Fixed term: 2 years)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week (rota pattern)
Job ref
205-7609932-A
Employer
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Salary
£73,992 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
27/04/2026 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Advanced Training Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Advanced Training Fellow

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a enthusiastic Advanced Training Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.  The post is for a 2 year fixed term period.    This post will provide an excellent chance to further develop your skills in both Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology.

 

The department has a strong reputation in numerous areas such Urogynaecology, Gynae-oncology, Fetal Medicine, Ambulatory Gynaecology and BSGE accredited Endometriosis Centre as well as a centre of excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate education.

 

The department’s gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse.  Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning.  Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit.

 

The University Hospital North Midlands offers services at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital sites; this post shall cover clinical activity in both areas.

 

You will participate in the Senior registrar on-call rota.

Main duties of the job

This post will provide an excellent chance to further develop your skills in both Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology.

The department has a strong reputation in numerous areas such Urogynaecology, Gynae-oncology, Fetal Medicine, Ambulatory Gynaecology and BSGE accredited Endometriosis Centre as well as a centre of excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate education.
The department’s gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse. Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning. Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit.

The department’s gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse.  Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning.  Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.

Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres
in Europe. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The detailed job description and main responsibilities for this post can be found on the Job Pack which is attached to this post. 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG completed
  • Competencies required must be equivalent as per the RCOG / Deanery Matrix to start at ST6+ equivalent
  • Previous NHS experience
Desirable criteria
  • Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
  • Academic and extracurricular achievements

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
  • Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team
  • Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
Desirable criteria
  • Proven ability to lead a team and demonstrate initiative
  • Evidence of leadership in clinical, educational or governance activities
  • Counselling, advanced communication or related qualification/training
  • Advanced procedural competence (e.g. intermediate laparoscopy & complex deliveries)
  • Can supervise and teach juniors effectively

Personal Characteristics

Essential criteria
  • Highly motivated individual
  • Evidence of continuing professional Develpoment
  • Annual appraisals or equivalent
  • Decisiveness/accountability & flexible working
  • Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this Job
  • Commitment to pursuing career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Desirable criteria
  • Demonstrates maturity, insight and professionalism
  • Evidence of involvement in service development, education or research
  • Enrolled in or completed SITM
  • Experience in academic or clinical research
  • Teaching qualifications or leadership training

Clinical Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience with appropriate skills at ST6+ level (Senior Registrar)
  • Up to date RCOG portfolio or equivalent
  • Knowledge of changes occurring in NHS as a whole and its impact on specialty work
  • IT skills and applications.
Desirable criteria
  • Log of experience & procedures with presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
  • Capable of managing complex cases with indirect supervision

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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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

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Mr S Cunningham
Job title
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01782 672395

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
2nd Floor, Springfield Building
Royal Stoke University Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
Staffordshire
ST4 6QG
Telephone
01782 674595
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