Senior Clinical Fellow: Obstetrics

Job Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at the West Middlesex Site of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We wish to appoint a suitably trained and experienced doctor with NHS experience at ST3‑7 level as a Senior Clinical Fellow to work as a Senior Registrar with a special interest in any of the following: Benign abdominal surgery – open and laparoscopic, maternal medicine and obstetric research, medical education with quality improvement in postnatal and bereavement care, outpatient hysteroscopy and ambulatory gynaecology. The successful candidate will carry out clinical duties within all areas of the obstetrics and gynaecology department and will also be expected to contribute to the SpR on‑call rota and receive support from an educational supervisor. They will be invited to apply as soon as possible with a proposed start date in early 2026. The successful candidate should be registered with the GMC and have relevant NHS experience to work at the level of ST3‑7 within a busy obstetrics and gynaecology unit. This post may close sooner than the advertised date, dependent on the number of applications, and interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams. For more information, please contact Miss Nadia Sajjad (nadia.sajjad@nhs.net) or Miss Susan Barnes (susan.barnes15@nhs.net). Responsibilities Carry out clinical duties across all divisions of obstetrics and gynaecology, including inpatient, day‑case and elective surgery. Perform elective obstetric procedures and general gynaecological surgery, including day‑case and inpatient elective surgery. See patients under consultant supervision in outpatient clinics such as one‑stop scan clinics, specialist gynaecology clinics and the early pregnancy/acute gynaecology unit. Complete intermediate gynaecology ultrasound scanning and hysteroscopy modules. Undertake clinical audits and quality improvement projects (QIP) under consultant supervision. Receive training through the Chelsea Centre for Minimally Invasive Gynaecology, including global training and tuition in endoscopic surgery. Cover on‑call duties on the three‑tier rota with a 1:8 on‑out‑of‑hours call frequency for obstetrics and gynaecology, sharing coverage with Specialty Trainees ST3‑5 and ST2‑5. Participate in the development and delivery of teaching, research and quality improvement activities within the department. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period. About the Employer Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England’s top‑performing and safest trusts, operating two main acute hospital sites – Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital – together with award‑winning clinics across North West London. With nearly 7,500 staff caring for a diverse population of 1.5 million, the Trust delivers full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, children’s services and specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates the Trust ‘Good’ in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and ‘Outstanding’ in leadership and resource use. The Trust continually invests in its facilities, including a £30 m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80 m ambulatory diagnostic centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. All voices are heard, respected and empowered to succeed. Person Specification Essential Degree in medicine Full GMC registration Part 3 MRCOG or equivalent Advanced Life Support training completed within six months prior to appointment Evidence of an interest in audit Minimum 12 months NHS experience equivalent to ST3‑7 level in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ability to work as part of a team Ability to present sound knowledge and experience in the management of critically ill patients Desirable Evidence of previous ultrasound scanning experience Certificate in Good Clinical Practice Analytical skills Ability to present at conferences and seminars with authority and coherence Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to organise and prioritise own work with minimal supervision Contact Information Employer: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address: West Middlesex University Hospital, Twickenham Road, Isleworth, TW7 6AF Website: https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr