Specialist Doctor Gynaecology

Job summary The Specialist Doctor in Gynaecology will provide high-quality clinical care for patients within the Gynaecology service of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department. The post holder will work as an experienced senior doctor supporting consultants in the delivery of elective and emergency gynaecological services, outpatient clinics, and surgical procedures. Main duties of the job The role involves independent clinical decision-making within the scope of competence, contributing to multidisciplinary team working, teaching junior staff, and supporting service development to maintain high standards of patient care in line with NHS policies and governance frameworks. About us Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received. We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities. University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs. Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Details Date posted 14 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £104,401 to £115,341 a year per annum/pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 5 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 265-8102435-FAM Job locations University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Northamptonshire Northampton NN1 5BD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of general gynaecological conditions. Conduct outpatient clinics including: General gynaecology clinics Other relevant subspecialty clinics where appropriate Participate in elective and emergency gynaecological surgery according to experience and competence (e.g., hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, minor and intermediate procedures). Manage inpatients admitted under the gynaecology team. Provide clinical advice and support to junior medical staff and allied health professionals. Ensure appropriate documentation and communication with patients and primary care providers. Provide senior support for emergency gynaecological presentations including: Early pregnancy complications Acute pelvic pain Abnormal uterine bleeding Support management of urogynaecological complications in emergency settings, within competence. Provide supervision and teaching for junior doctors, medical students, and other healthcare professionals. Contribute to departmental teaching programmes and clinical skills training. Support teaching in urogynaecology-related topics where relevant. Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects, and service evaluation. Contribute to projects related to urogynaecology and pelvic floor services where appropriate. Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with NHS standards. Contribute to incident reporting, risk management, and implementation of governance recommendations. Support the department in maintaining compliance with national standards and guidelines. Maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council and licence to practise. Engage in continuing professional development (CPD), including development of urogynaecology expertise. Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation processes. Job description Job responsibilities Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of general gynaecological conditions. Conduct outpatient clinics including: General gynaecology clinics Other relevant subspecialty clinics where appropriate Participate in elective and emergency gynaecological surgery according to experience and competence (e.g., hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, minor and intermediate procedures). Manage inpatients admitted under the gynaecology team. Provide clinical advice and support to junior medical staff and allied health professionals. Ensure appropriate documentation and communication with patients and primary care provider