Job summary

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an SAS (Specialty) Doctor or a Doctor with experience equivalent to an ST4 Trainee in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to have a focused 3-5 year post with the aim of achieving entry to the specialist register at the end.

The successful applicant will work closely with their educational supervisor with support from the College Tutor and Associate Medical Director for Women's Health to ensure that they progress in their training in line with the expectations for doctor's in training as set out by the RCOG (Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology) matrix.

Main duties of the job

To improve clinical skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology starting at Specialty Doctor level with view to gaining entry to the Specialist Register after 4-5 engage in teaching, research, audit and quality improvement activities.Progression will be subject to the competencies as per the RCOG training matrix. Continuing employment will be subject to annual review and achieving entry onto the specialist register does not guarantee a long term post at EKHUFT. It is however our intention for the successful applicant to stay long term.

Application for SITM's will be via the Training Programme Director in KSS with support from the educational supervisor and college tutor at QEQM.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.

We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Skills and Experience

Essential

Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE Grade C or equivalent), ILETS or graduate of a UK Medical School Experience of managing labour ward as middle grade in NHS

Other requirements

Essential

Ability to travel to all sites

Desirable

Research including publications or presentations Evidence of completing an Audit or QIP Education qualification or experience

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Full GMC Registration General obstetrics and gynaecology training equivalent to completion of ST4 MRCOG part 2 Fetal monitoring training PROMPT or other obstetric simulation training

Desirable

General obstetrics and gynaecology training equivalent to completion of ST5 MRCOG part 3 ROBUST ALSO/MOET Intermediate/Advanced scanning Laparoscopic training

Personal/Professional Attributes

Essential

Welcoming and polite Attentive and helpful Respect others' time Speak up on behalf of those who can't Respect people and their dignity Work as a team Take responsibility and be a leader

Clinical Governance

Essential

Consistently safe and vigilant about safety Reassuringly professional Listen and clearly communicate Delivers the best outcomes Appreciate good work Always improving our selves/services

Skills and Experience

Essential

Possesses range of clinical knowledge, skills and information technology expertise. Sees patients within a holistic context.