Locum Consultant Obs & Gynae special interest in menopause

Job Overview

A locum consultant in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology is required to support general Obstetrics and Gynaecology Services, both elective and emergency, but of particular benefit to the department would be an interest and expertise in menopause management. Candidates wishing to work less than full time, or flexible working can be considered and would require discussion with the Clinical Director.

We are a friendly and supportive team. New consultants will undergo a full induction programme and be offered on‑going support and mentorship for as long as needed. It is routine for us to call a colleague if required during life‑threatening emergencies. We encourage knowledge sharing and mutual support.

The post includes taking part in the Consultant non‑resident, third on call, out of hours rota, which currently involves one in six weekday nights and one in ten weekends. This is subject to ongoing review. Out of hours work is currently paid at Intensity Band Three but this is subject to ongoing review.

The post holder is expected to show a commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, as well as supporting the clinical governance activity within the department.

Participation is expected in the regular department programme of postgraduate activity.

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co‑ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

• Full GMC registration
• MRCOG or equivalent appropriate specialist qualification

• Inclusion on GMC Specialist Register
• Additional relevant degree(s)
• ATSM’s relevant to post
• ATSM Labour Ward Lead
• Additional higher medical / scientific degree relevant to specialty
• Menopause qualification

• Experience of working in busy tertiary units at Registrar level or higher
• Clinical training and experience in General Obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• Appropriate experience & training relevant to special interest
• Proven engagement in management activities
• Experience of supervising junior staff
• Ability and experience of teaching clinical skills

• Appropriate experience in training grade posts leading to accreditation for UK CCST or recognised equivalent
• Qualification / evidence of management and administration experience
• Attendance at relevant management course for Consultants
• Additional clinical experience/training that may be required

• Good leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
• Good organisational and management skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to cope with difficult and demanding situations
• Ability to offer expert opinion & take full & independent responsibility for clinical care of patients within Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Commitment to teaching postgraduate and undergraduates

• Computer skills
• Evidence of effective service development

• Caring attitude to patients and carers
• Personal integrity and reliability
• Flexibility
• Good team working
• Supportive and tolerant
• Ability to be on site within 30 minutes of being called when on call
• Ability to travel to meet the needs of the Health Board
• Willing to encompass the Health Boards Values

• Computer skills
• Ability to speal Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh language