Obstetric Anaesthetic Lead Consultant

We are looking for a committed clinician to join the team of consultants providing Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Benign care across West Suffolk. The post-holder will be based at the West Suffolk Foundation Trust site. The main function of the role is the development, delivery, and quality assurance of core curriculum teaching for the University of Cambridge Medical students as well as junior medical staff. The post holder will become an integral member of the West Suffolk Hospital NHS Trust Multi‑disciplinary Education Team with a specific focus on medical learners. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the Director of Medical Education (DME) for doctors in training and Clinical Sub‑Dean for medical students to support a learning culture, implement educational initiatives and provide peer support. Key Responsibilities Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all obstetrics and gynaecology patients. Share with colleagues responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department. Teaching and training of junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students. Actively participate in departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. Ensure active participation in continuing professional development (CPD). Clinical Environment The unit consists of a labour suite with 7 ensuite delivery rooms, one of which contains a birthing pool; a room designated for high‑dependency and post‑operative care; and a dedicated bereavement suite. There is direct access to the obstetric theatre, neonatal unit and co‑located midwifery birthing unit. Dr Christine Kubitzek is the Obstetric Anaesthetic Lead Consultant working alongside 6 other anaesthetists. There is one large 30‑bedded antenatal/postnatal ward area that includes a neonatal transitional care bay co‑located to the triage and maternity day assessment unit areas. The departmental outpatient area includes a Colposcopy Suite, consulting rooms and the ultrasound department. Consultant‑led antenatal clinics are held at the West Suffolk Hospital where there are full ultrasound services including Doppler assessment of high risk pregnancies, with peripheral antenatal clinics at Newmarket and Thetford. The Gynaecology ward, Gynae Assessment Unit, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit and termination of pregnancy services are based on F14 ward. Gynaecological outpatient services are currently based at the West Suffolk Hospital, Thetford, Newmarket and Sudbury. All operating lists take place at the West Suffolk Hospital, in main eight theatre complex and purpose‑built day surgery unit with 5 theatres. About West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust #BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community. We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high‑quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge. Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital. We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and teamwork guide how we work and behave as a team. With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone's voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are. Join us. Growth and Service The maternity service at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is evolving. Currently responsible for the care of approximately 2300 births each year, the service offers choice of care pathway, lead professional and place of birth to women primarily living in the Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Thetford, Sudbury, Haverhill and surrounding areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr