An excellent opportunity has arisen for 7 consultants in Gynaecology to join us at the Royal Free Hospitals NHS Trust to address the increasing general gynaecology and cancer workload across all our sites. The candidate is expected to have a broad range of skills in gynaecology but these posts are looking specifically for candidates with a particular special interest in minimally invasive Endoscopic Surgery/Endometriosis. We are also looking to appoint consultants with interest in urogynaecology, gynaecology oncology, menopause and generalist roles. There is a small amount of obstetrics on-call component, but this is subject to change as the requirements in the department change. About us
There will be regular weekend working up to 21 weekends a year (Saturday - further details from line managers). Whilst the main working site will be Royal Free Hospital - Hampstead site, there will be flexible cross-site working to include Barnet General, Chase Farm, Edgware Community, and Finchley memorial hospitals. The successful candidate will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team of gynaecologists, specialist nurses, and allied health professionals. The candidate should be keen to work as part of a team and develop good relationships with other staff within and outside of the department. Engagement with innovation, audit, quality improvement, and research will be expected. Job responsibilities
The successful candidate is expected to be fully trained in all aspects of general gynaecology, independent at elective and emergency day case and inpatient gynaecology surgery, and competent at managing gynaecological emergencies including early pregnancy complications. Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values. Education & Professional Qualifications
MBBS MRCOG Entry onto the Specialist Register (or entry to be within 6 months of expected CCT/CESR date) MSc/MD/PhD Experience / Knowledge
Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care in gynaecology Experienced in outpatient hysteroscopy/Mechanical Tissue removal systems/Resection/Ablation ATSM or equivalent in benign gynaecological surgery - hysteroscopy ATSM or equivalent in benign abdominal surgery: open and laparoscopic Ability to operate independently for day cases and most inpatient gynaecological procedures. ATSM or equivalent in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery for the excision of benign disease. Skills and Aptitudes
Ability to work flexibly and communicate within a multidisciplinary team Evidence of participation in clinical audit Evidence of involvement in a quality improvement project. Personal Qualities & Attributes
Calm under pressure Self-contained with an ability to support team members Effective communication and organisational skills Self-awareness Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per Annum plus London weighting
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