Visa Note
This position includes a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. However, applicants must verify their visa/work permit eligibility directly with the employer before applying. The employer welcomes applications from international candidates but final eligibility determination rests with UK Visas and Immigration.
Job Summary
We are seeking to appoint a Locum Consultant in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, providing flexible cover to the needs of the department for a fixed term period of 12 months. This is an excellent opportunity for international medical professionals to gain valuable experience within the NHS while receiving competitive remuneration.
The successful candidate will join Women’s Services Directorate, which is part of the Women’s and Children’s Division of London North West Healthcare NHS Trust. The Directorate includes Maternity, Gynaecology and Neonatal services across multiple hospital sites.
Company Information
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people. We are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services and are recognized as a university teaching NHS trust.
As a major teaching hospital, we play an important role in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public. We have strong partnerships with academic institutions and provide excellent opportunities for professional development.
Job Details
Location
The position is based at Northwick Park/Central Middlesex & Ealing hospitals, located at Watford Road, Harrow, HA1 3UJ. The role may require working across multiple hospital sites as needed.
Salary
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. This is in line with national consultant pay scales for the NHS.
Contract Type
This is a fixed-term contract for a duration of 12 months. The position may be extended based on operational requirements and mutual agreement.
Working Pattern
The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week). The job plan incorporates 10 programmed activities of which 9 are DCC (Directorate Clinical Commitment) working across Gynaecology & Obstetrics.
About the Role
Operating lists take place on both Ealing and Northwick Park sites, with most Gynaecology operating lists happening at the Ealing site. Clinics occur across all three sites. There is a Gynaecology Direct Referral Unit based on the surgical floor at Northwick Park, which allows emergency referrals from GPs to be assessed and treated within a dedicated gynaecology environment rather than in the Emergency Department.
Ealing hospital runs an Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU), providing additional opportunities for specialized experience in managing early pregnancy complications. The maternity unit delivers approximately 4,700 babies per annum and includes a high-risk Obstetric-led delivery suite and a Midwifery Led Birth Centre.
Main Duties
The post holder will be a key member of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology team. Key responsibilities include providing General Gynaecology services in the Gynaecology direct referral unit as required. The post holder will also be expected to work in a high-risk labour ward covering clinics and theatres.
Each consultant who practices obstetrics and is not part of the resident night rota has a “hot week” on labour ward when their elective activity will be cancelled, requiring them to work 8am-8pm on labour ward for 3 or 4 days every 9 weeks. Consultant hours on labour ward are provided 96 hours per week.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must possess membership of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (MRCOG) or a qualification of equivalent standard. Essential qualifications include Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) and British Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP) certification. Candidates must also be fully registered Medical Practitioners with the General Medical Council (GMC).
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable qualifications include another higher qualification such as MD, PhD, MRCS or equivalent. Additional desirable qualifications include ATSM (Acute Training Skills Module) in Gynaecology oncology, Labour Ward, or Benign Gynaecology. A qualification in Medical education is also considered desirable.
Essential Experience
The post holder must demonstrate competence in the education and training of specialist registrars. Essential experience includes knowledge of national guidelines for Maternity services, IT/Computer literacy, and being a car driver. Candidates should have experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates, and junior medical staff.
Essential experience also includes evidence of audit preparation, undertaking and presentation, along with an interest in participating in research and understanding of research and critical appraisal.
Desirable Experience
Desirable experience includes knowledge of the SBL (Safety Bundle) care bundle, organisational experience, ability to implement and develop research projects, and evidence of having carried out research and submitted for publication.
About the Employer
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust runs major acute services at several locations:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country, with a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit
- St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 337-MS-1865-OK. International applicants should ensure they have all necessary documentation ready before applying, including proof of qualifications, GMC registration, and evidence of English language proficiency if applicable.
When applying, please include a detailed covering letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Ensure that your CV is up-to-date and includes information about any previous international experience. If you require sponsorship, please clearly state this in your application.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Asra Saleem (Interim Women’s Clinical Director) at [email protected]. Due to the high volume of inquiries, please allow 3-5 working days for a response. For general inquiries about the application process, please contact the HR recruitment team.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This is a standard requirement for all NHS positions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). For further information about registering with the GMC, please visit the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals. The Trust will assist with necessary registration processes for international candidates where possible.
Criminal Records Check
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must 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 on obtaining these certificates can be found on the UK government website.
