EPU Clinical Fellow: Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology

The post holder will contribute, after tailored training, to the provision of first-class emergency gynaecology care to our population through a one-stop clinical model complemented by high-quality gynaecological ultrasound and endoscopic surgical expertise. The successful candidate will also support the recurrent miscarriage and 2 week wait service and will contribute to the early pregnancy/emergency gynaecology scan and assessment service at the weekends. There may be a requirement to participate in the junior registrar on call rota at the weekends. This post provides an ideal 'out-of-programme- experience' (OOPE) opportunity to launch a portfolio of specialist training in gynaecological ultrasound. At the end of a year, the post-holder can expect to attain ultrasound skills equivalent to the RCOG intermediate level ultrasound in early pregnancy and acute gynaecology and showcase completed projects at national and international conferences.
Please note: Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites., The post involves provision of weekend (Saturday and Sunday) clinics in the Early Pregnancy & Acute Gynaecology Unit. The successful candidate may also take part in the regular out of hours Gynaecology and Obstetrics SPR rota.
Non-clinical duties include coordination of Emergency Gynaecology MDT meetings; clinical guideline development; training and support of junior doctors.
The appointment will be on a scale equivalent to that of an appropriate ST level and carries an annual leave entitlement of 32 days (including statutory days) (pro-rata).
The post holder will be expected to contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trust's R&D framework. Projects also developed during their time in the unit will be supported by the successful candidate with a view to publication. The post holder is expected to contribute to the Clinical Audit Programme and Quality Improvement Projects (QIP).
This post provides an ideal OOPE opportunity to begin a portfolio of specialist training in early pregnancy and gynaecological ultrasound. This skill will be complemented by the acquisition of other clinical skills needed to work in a busy early pregnancy and acute gynaecology unit. The successful candidate, with application, can expect to attain ultrasound skills equivalent to the RCOG intermediate level ultrasound in early pregnancy and acute gynaecology and showcase completed projects at national and international conferences.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate an active interest in the management of all acute gynaecology patients and complement a unified multidisciplinary approach to their care.
The post holder has a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of him-/herself, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
The post holder is required to observe the rules, policies, procedures, Trust values and standards of Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
The post holder is required to observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
The successful candidate is required to be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

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