Job Title:
Locum Registrar (ST3+ / Middle Grade Doctor) – Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Location:
NHS Trust Hospital
Reports to:
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist / Clinical Lead
Job Summary
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Locum Registrar (Middle Grade Doctor) in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to provide high-quality patient care within an NHS Trust setting. The role includes responsibility for both obstetric and gynaecology services, covering ward work, theatres, labour ward, clinics, and on-call duties as per rota requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide safe and effective obstetric and gynaecology care under consultant supervision.
- Manage patients in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal settings, including high-risk pregnancies.
- Participate in labour ward cover, caesarean sections, gynaecology theatres, and outpatient clinics.
- Carry out timely clerking, documentation, and discharge summaries in line with Trust and GMC standards.
- Supervise junior doctors and contribute to their training and development.
- Participate actively in multi-disciplinary team meetings and patient care planning.
- Ensure adherence to NHS safeguarding, infection control, patient safety, and clinical governance standards.
- Engage in audit, teaching, and service improvement activities as required by the department.
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential:
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
- MBBS / equivalent medical degree.
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience at ST3+ / Registrar level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
- Evidence of completion of Core Essential Learning (CEL) as per NHS Trust requirements.
- Valid Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
- Intermediate Life Support (ILS) and/or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) desirable.
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) or equivalent training is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of CTG interpretation, obstetric emergencies, and operative obstetrics.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable:
- MRCOG (Part 1, 2, or completed qualification).
- NHS experience at Registrar level in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
- Evidence of audit, clinical governance, or teaching.
Other Requirements
- Enhanced DBS clearance (within the last 12 months or subscribed to the Update Service).
- Occupational health clearance and up-to-date immunisations.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Flexibility to work across a full rota, including nights, weekends, and on-calls.
Contract Type:
Agency Locum (Temporary Contract)
Duration:
Shift-based / Fixed-term depending on Trust needs.
Pay Rate:
Competitive NHS agency locum rates.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £60.00-£86.34 per hour
Expected hours: 45 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person