Job summaryThis is a prime opportunity for a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join our modern and forwards thinking Foundation Trust which is a medium sized Trust with big ambitions. Candidates must be competent in management of labour ward and diabetic antenatal clinics
Main duties of the jobThe Consultants job plan is divided into Gynaecological duties covering general clinics and theatres. There is an obstetric commitment in terms of fixed Labour Ward sessions, Elective Section List, Antenatal Clinics and On Call.
Requirements of the post and responsibilities of post holder:
- Work with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the Trust agenda in delivering evidence based best practice.
- Provide safe, evidence-based obstetric and gynaecology services.
- Maintain and improve the standards and quality of the obstetrics and gynaecology services and to have delegated responsibility for appropriate clinical management in those areas.
- Supervise and train junior staff in both elective and emergency situations.
- Maintain skills and update knowledge base meeting the Continuing Education and Professional Development requirements of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
- Participate in the audit programme of the department.
- Participate in the Consultants rota in conjunction with the other Consultants.
- Be prepared to work on all sites for elective and emergency work.
- The successful candidates would inevitably have responsibility for resource utilisation.
- Be expected to contribute constructively to the success of the business so that the service can flourish and develop.
- Must comply with the requirements of revalidation.
About usDBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you
Develop,
Belong and
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Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:- Extensive range of learning opportunities
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
- NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice scheme
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
DetailsDate posted: 05 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 272-7977953
Job locations: Bassetlaw District General Hospital, Worksop, S81 0BD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThis post aims to continue to deliver high quality services in both Obstetrics & Gynaecology of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This post is suitable for an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist. Out of hours on call component for the post is non-resident and is mainly based at Bassetlaw District General Hospital.
On call for this post will be 1:7 out of hours at Bassetlaw site of the trust and is classed as category A which attracts a 5% on call availabilityOverall, there are 60 hours of consultant presence in labour ward over a 7 days period at our Doncaster (DRI) site and 48 hours at our Bassetlaw site (BDGH). Out of hours on call is non-resident for this post and is based at our Bassetlaw site (BDGH) starting at 17:00 hours. Resident time finishes at 17:00-18:00 hours followed by non-resident hours. On call is supported by one registrar and one FY2-ST2 out of hours. Day time cover of LW until 18.00 is resident cover. During daytime also each shift has one registrar and one FY2-ST2 cover for LW in addition to consultant.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- MRCOG or equivalent
- You must be on the specialist register for Obstetrics and Gynaecology or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK. In accordance with the regulations, all other categories of Doctors must be on the GMC specialist register to be considered for a consultant appointment by the Advisory Appointments Committee
- Applicants must continue to hold a License to Practice
- ATSM/SITM or Equivalent in Advanced Labour Ward plus Maternal Medicine and or Pregnancy Care
DesirableExperience and AchievementsEssential- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Understanding current issues within Obstetrics & Gynaecology and the future direction of the specialty
- Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
- Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
Desirable- Experience in Maternal Medicine Clinics
- Experience in Diabetic Antenatal Clinic
- Experience in Pregnancy Care Clinics
- Wide based experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Attendance at a recognised management course
Teaching and trainingEssential- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and other healthcare professionals.
Desirable- Training in clinical and educational supervision
- Attendance at a teaching course
- Formal qualification in teaching/education
- Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
Audit and ResearchEssential- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes
Desirable- Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
- Critical Appraisal Skills
Disposition-Adjustment/AttitudEssential- Good communication and empathy skills with patients
- Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
- Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
- Ability to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate colleagues
- Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff
- Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare
- Respect Diversity - Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all
Practical/Intellectual Skills/Essential- Evidence of innovation
- Ability to use IT Systems - inc Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outlook
Desirable- Evidence of continual learning and development
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
- Access to own transport
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address: Bassetlaw District General Hospital, Worksop, S81 0BD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Clinical Director - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Mr Tomas Barani
Tomas.barani@nhs.net
01302642210
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
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