Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Job overview

This is a consultant post commencing immediately within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. The post has arisen an increased demand across the service and to support the on call rota.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate  will be involved in cross-site working between the University Hospital of Hartlepool and the University Hospital of North Tees in Stockton-On-Tees and provide general obstetric and gynaecological services. The post holder will be involved in planned emergency sessions for obstetrics and gynaecology, and will participate in the on-call rota with other colleagues, supported by junior medical staff.

The post requires the skills of a generalist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. A special interest in high risk pregnancy antenatal care would be desirable. An ability to work well in a multi-professional team is an essential requirement for the post.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Active participation in Undergraduate and Postgraduate training is expected.

Applicants must possess MRCOG or equivalent qualification and should be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining specialist registration at the time of interview.

The post will be offered at a 10 PA contract under the Terms and Conditions for Service for Consultants (England) 2003.

This job is unlikely to attract a work permit.  Applications from candidates who require a permit to work in the UK may not be considered if there are a sufficient number of other suitable candidates.