Consultant in Gynaecology Special Interest in Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery​/Endo

About

On 1 January 2025 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust became one of the largest trusts in the UK following the acquisition of North Middlesex University Hospital. Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research. We measure our progress against five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation. Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Consultant in Gynaecology with a Special Interest in Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery/Endometriosis – 2 x 10 PA substantive posts – Royal Free Hampstead Site.

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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 generalists. There is a small amount of obstetrics on‑call component, but this is subject to change as the department’s requirements change.

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 the department. Engagement with innovation, audit, quality improvement and research will be expected.

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, competent at managing gynaecological emergencies including early pregnancy complications.

• Develop and deliver high quality general gynaecology services.
• Perform elective and emergency gynaecology surgery, day case and inpatient procedures.
• Manage gynaecological emergencies, including early pregnancy complications.
• Lead and participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and research projects.
• Engage with innovation initiatives and contribute to guideline development.

• Due to the high number of applications for some posts, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date; apply as soon as possible if you meet the requirements.
• Only candidates who demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
• Interview arrangements will be communicated via email; please check regularly after the closing date.

Due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and investigate alternative accommodation.

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) and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Education & Professional Qualifications

• MBBS
• MRCOG
• Entry onto the Specialist…