• Job Description

  Req#: C9405-25-0245?language=en&page=388&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Applications are invited to join our Obstetric & Gynaecology Department at Dorset County Hospital. We are a busy unit, managing a wide rural geographical area. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic doctor who has a minimum of two years experience at Registrar Level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

  The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift, which is EWTD compliant. The Trust Doctor will be attending major inpatient operating lists to enhance / develop their surgical skills in abdominal and vaginal open surgery. You will be covering Labour ward, Gynaecology Ward, antenatal care clinics and day case surgery.

  You will benefit from working alongside a team of 10 Consultants with special interests in Obstetrics & Gynaecology and learning from their skills. We have a broad range of training opportunities available and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development, including training in non-clinical aspects of the post. The post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes.

  Main duties of the job

  The successful applicant will work across both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, covering Labour Ward, antenatal, postnatal and gynaecology wards, antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics, the Day Assessment Triage Units and the Early Pregnancy Unit. This includes being responsible for the care of patients admitted to obstetric and gynaecology beds within Dorset County Hospital (DCH) in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the Consultants.

  To be competent in medical and general obstetric and gynaecological procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor. This includes ability to manage Labour Ward under indirect Consultant supervision, be competent in all caesarean section categories, instrumental deliveries, 3rd degree perineal tear repair and management of obstetric emergencies.

  To assume clinical responsibility under the supervision of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist for the management of patients with obstetric and gynaecological disorders. They will assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.

  About us

  At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

  Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

  We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

  Details

  Date posted

  27 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Doctor - other

  Salary

  £49,909 to £61,825 a year Per annum

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  12 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  405-MD2546OG

  Job locations

  Dorset County Hospital

  Williams Avenue

  Dorchester

  DT1 2JY

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application, please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

  Please contact the recruitment team at recruitment.medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

  We are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application, please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

  Please contact the recruitment team at recruitment.medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

  We are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

  Person Specification

  Education, Qualifications & Training

  Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCOG Part 1

  Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3
  • Additional relevant qualifications

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of two years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Competent to manage labour ward independently at Registrar level without direct supervision
  • Able to manage common obstetric and acute gynaecological emergencies
  • Evidence Evidence of understanding of audit principles, clinical governance and patient safety.

  Desirable

  • UK experience at Obs & Gynae Registrar Level
  • Completion of Obs & Gynae Audit
  • Teaching / presentation / research experience

  Skills & Abilities

  Essential

  • Excellent communications skills in English
  • Evidence of good team working skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

  Desirable

  • RCOG Basic Practical Skills Course
  • RCOG ROBuST Course

  Person Specification

  Education, Qualifications & Training

  Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCOG Part 1

  Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3
  • Additional relevant qualifications

  Experience

  Essential

  • Minimum of two years experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Competent to manage labour ward independently at Registrar level without direct supervision
  • Able to manage common obstetric and acute gynaecological emergencies
  • Evidence Evidence of understanding of audit principles, clinical governance and patient safety.

  Desirable

  • UK experience at Obs & Gynae Registrar Level
  • Completion of Obs & Gynae Audit
  • Teaching / presentation / research experience

  Skills & Abilities

  Essential

  • Excellent communications skills in English
  • Evidence of good team working skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

  Desirable

  • RCOG Basic Practical Skills Course
  • RCOG ROBuST Course

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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. 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 Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  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. 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 Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Dorset County Hospital

  Williams Avenue

  Dorchester

  DT1 2JY

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Dorset County Hospital

  Williams Avenue

  Dorchester

  DT1 2JY

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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