Subspecialty registrar in Maternal Fetal Medicine

The Subspecialty training programme in University Hospitals of Leicester is modular and includes a number of fixed weekly sessions over a two year period leading to a Subspecialist Accreditation in Maternal Fetal Medicine (subject to satisfactory progress). The programme is monitored by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. An additional year is included for those who have not undertaken research. This is structured so that trainees develop a research project during their first 6 months and then take 12 months (dedicated to research) to complete the project.
Contracted hours will be devoted solely to the training programme but the trainees will be on call for Obstetrics and Gynaecology on a 1:18 rota which may vary from time to time. Apart from supervising the running of the delivery suite and emergency gynaecology when on call, the trainee will be involved in teaching both undergraduates and postgraduates.
The individual requirements set out in the syllabus for subspecialty training issued by the RCOG will be covered by reading, teaching and clinical experience

The appointee will work closely with the core Fetal Maternal Medicine team but will also have on call responsibilities with the wider Obstetrics & Gynaecology team. We anticipate the appointee will help to deliver our teaching programme and promote theoretical and practical learning and high levels of patient care among more junior colleagues., Post holders will be given the opportunity to gain experience in aspects of clinical management, leadership and governance, including root cause analysis and business case development, towards becoming a consultant, focusing upon clinical leadership, governance and managerial aspects
Participation in the senior SpR on call rota is part of this post.
In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at UHL NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below:
The successful candidate will be expected to take an active part in Clinical Audit, Risk Management and Clinical Governance, organisation of clinical meetings, and teaching sessions
Undergraduate medical students are taught by the UHL throughout the medical course from years 1 to 5. Both ward and outpatient based clinical teaching as well as tutorial and lecture style teaching is undertaken. Successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduates and postgraduates as part of this post.

Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
+ high-quality care for all,
+ being a great place to work,
+ partnerships for impact, and
+ research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
+ we are compassionate,
+ we are proud,
+ we are inclusive, and
+ we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies, The trainees will be given some administrative experience and responsibility which will allow the development of skills relevant to the future provision and organisation of clinical services.
Trainees will be expected to keep a logbook of their skills development and clinical experience obtained. This logbook will be inspected at frequent intervals.
The post holder must be registered with the GMC and hold a licence to practice.
Possibility for job share may be considered based on individual circumstances and subject to RCOG approval.
The RCOG requirements for research exemption will be followed. Candidates who are appointed with an MD or previous research experience, will be encouraged to undertake a research project with supervision from the academic/clinical supervisors. Candidates with no previous research will need to undertake a 12 month research project (which will be part of the programme) in a chosen topic developed during the first 6 months. Such candidates are encouraged to work towards an MD. Because of time limitations to complete a laboratory based project, the trainees would have no other major commitments during this 12 month period. It is intended that the trainee will learn to establish a research programme from inception, (time will be built into accommodate this) i.e. developing the hypothesis/writing the grant application/seeking Ethics approval and hopefully commencing the study.

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
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UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.