Locum Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Sponsorship Available

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are delighted to invite applications from enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are looking to join a dynamic, diverse, and highly supportive department. We currently have an exciting opportunity for two Locum Consultant Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to help us continue delivering outstanding maternity care, with opportunities to develop and pursue individual gynaecological interests.

The full job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.

Please contact the recruitment team after shortlisting if you need adjustments.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be expected to:

– To work across the UHD NHS Foundation Trust estate.Undertake the investigation and treatment of obstetric referrals in accordance with departmental and Trust guidelines.- Participate in the timetabled obstetric sessions and join the other obstetric consultants in maintaining and developing modern obstetric practice to a high standard.- Oversee the care of obstetrics patients admitted by themselves or other obstetricians/gynaecologists.- Contribute to the resident and non resident on call rota.- Coordinate annual and study leave arrangements with colleagues within the department to ensure an acceptable level of consultant cover.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Registration
  • MRCOG
  • UK CCT / CESR in O&G
  • Advanced training modules completed

Desirable

  • Compliant with all Mandatory Training

Personal skills

Essential

  • Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Ability to prioritise workload & use initiative.
  • Ability to know own limitations & when to seek advice.
  • Ability to offer acute O&G care as the resident / non-resident O&G Consultant
  • Teaching experience

Desirable

  • Evidence of involvement in audit & research projects
  • Evidence of involvement in risk management
  • Evidence of Quality Improvement projects

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).

Closing Date: 10 November 2026

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