Consultant in Obstetrics (High-Risk Pregnancy) – Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Formed in October 2021, the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. Across our sites, we share knowledge, expertise, skills, and resources to provide the best care we can to the diverse residents in our region.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values – care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

The value of Care underscores the alliance’s dedication to listening and treating each other with kindness. We shape and maintain an inclusive culture of empathy, respect, and person-centeredness in delivering safe, reliable, high-quality performance in all our services. We collaborate to learn and improve how we do things.

Appreciate reflects the alliance’s recognition of the contributions and efforts of its healthcare professionals. We recognise, value, and express appreciation for the contributions of our colleagues, partners, patients, service users and communities, openly acknowledging their contribution, collaboration, and feedback.

The value of Inspire embodies the alliance’s attitude to speaking up and finding ways to be even better. We act with integrity and honesty; we see and notice, we ask and listen, and we decide and act; we learn from and with each other; we feel ownership for what we do. We are developed, empowered, and trusted to be our professional best to make decisions that make a difference.

Royal Oldham is a prominent location, nestled in the heart of Greater Manchester. Renowned for its accessibility, the town is easily reached by various modes of transportation, including efficient rail and road networks. Situated approximately 11 miles northeast of Manchester city centre, Royal Oldham enjoys the advantage of being close to the vibrant urban life of the city while maintaining its distinct identity. The surrounding area is characterised by a mix of residential neighbourhoods, green spaces, and cultural amenities. Oldham’s educational features a mix of primary and secondary schools that offer students a comprehensive and well-rounded learning experience.

At Royal Oldham Hospital, we are committed to providing our colleague with a supportive and progressive work environment. We will support with all CPD training as well as additional focused training within Obstetrics. We are able to support with leadership training if this is a route you are keen to go down. As part of the Northern Care Alliance, you will have access to extensive professional development opportunities, ongoing training, and the chance to be at the forefront of innovative healthcare practices. Our state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to excellence make Royal Oldham Hospital an ideal place for ambitious professionals to thrive and advance their careers.

Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Consultant within Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The successful postholder will have experience and an interest in High-Risk Pregnancy. As a Consultant at Royal Oldham Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of women’s healthcare, contributing to our commitment to excellence and innovation. You will be a strong collaborator, confident in working closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of care for both mother and baby. You will act as role model who champions our values and behaviours with a passion to ensure the delivery of the highest quality of care to patients.

Main duties of the job

Your duties will involve overseeing the comprehensive care of pregnant women facing complex medical conditions or obstetric complications. This includes the diagnosis, management, and coordination of care for patients with conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or other high-risk factors, ensuring the well-being of both mother and baby throughout the antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal periods. Your role will extend to providing leadership within a multidisciplinary team, participating in clinical governance, and contributing to the continuous improvement of obstetric services. Your dedication to patient-centred care, collaboration with colleagues, and a commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements will be paramount in ensuring the highest standards of care and maintaining Royal Oldham Hospital’s position as a centre of excellence in Obstetrics. You will also have a Gynaecology Clinic and theatre time as part of the job plan which is flexible to your interest. For candidates wanting to do wholly Obstetrics, this can also be accommodated.

Essential criteria Qualifications and Training:

• Entry onto the GMC specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC.
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• Relevant CCT or equivalent (“equivalence” must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by the date of the AAC).
• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics equivalent to that required for a UK CCT.
• ATSM in High-Risk Pregnancy.
• ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice.

Essential criteria Management/ Audit:

• Ability to manage other colleague/ understanding of audit systems.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance issues.
• Knowledge of risk assessment.
• Evidence of service development.

Essential Teaching and Training experience

• Experience of supervising junior medical colleague.

Personal Attributes:

• Good leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies verbally and in writing.
• Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
• Good organisational and management skills.
• Supportive and tolerant.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Caring attitude to patients.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We especially welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, LGBTQ+ communities, and from people with lived experience of disability.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR CANDIDATES: Candidates may apply via NHS Jobs or directly to Hunter Healthcare via the email below with a CV and supporting statement.

If you would like a further discussion on the role, in the first instance please contact our retained search partner Isobel Harrop at Hunter Healthcare on 07566700706 or iharrop@hunter-healthcare.com

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