Consultant in Obs and Gynae Special Interest in Urogynaecology

Consultant in Obs and Gynae with a Special Interest in Urogynaecology

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a special interest in Urogynaecology to join our dynamic team at Musgrove Park Hospital.

This is a substantive post offering up to 1 WTE (discussion on application) in a generalist role with dedicated time for urogynaecology, within a department that delivers high-quality care across a wide range of specialist services.

The successful candidate will join a well-established urogynaecology service consisting of a well-attended monthly MDT, two consultants with urogynaecology special interest, an associate specialist, a urogynaecology specialist nurse and clinical nurse practitioner.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to both obstetric and gynaecological services, including elective and emergency care, outpatient clinics, and theatre sessions. You will be joining a supportive team of 12 consultants and will participate in a 1:12 on-call rota. We welcome applications from individuals who value teamwork, innovation, and inclusivity.

Please access the JD/Recruitment Brochure below for full details of this position

Interviews are on the 20th April 2026, we would be delighted to welcome and encourage informal approaches prior to application.

Please contact Vicki Loake, V or if you would like to arrange a discussion and/or visit to the clinic and meet some of the team

Provide high-quality obstetric and gynaecological care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.

Participate in the 1:12 on-call rota, including twice-daily consultant-led ward rounds on Labour Ward.

Lead and support general antenatal and gynaecology clinics, day surgery and inpatient theatre lists, elective caesarean lists, obstetric triage and ambulatory gynaecology procedure sessions.

Contribute to departmental teaching, supervision, and appraisal of junior doctors.

Engage in clinical governance, audit, and service development.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, patient-centred care.

Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Within urogynaecology:

Provide specialist assessment and management of women with pelvic floor and lower urinary tract disorders.

Lead outpatient urogynaecology clinics, including pessary management, complex prolapse assessment, and incontinence clinics.

Provide surgical management for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence in accordance with current RCOG/British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) standards.

Participate in local and regional MDT meetings (urogynaecology, pelvic floor)

Support the Trust's mesh surveillance/complications pathway in line with NICE and BSUG recommendations.

Contribute to development of new models of care including day case pelvic floor surgical pathway, ambulatory therapies, and enhanced recovery pathways.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card
, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce
, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty
, and breath taking coastlines
, with vibrant cities like Bristol
, Bath
, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London
.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities
, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside…