Specialist Grade Doctor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Specialist Grade Doctor with a special interest in Colposcopy and Vulval Disease to join our dedicated team.

In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering high-quality care across a broad spectrum of women's health services. Your responsibilities will include leading 2-week wait (2WW) and general gynaecology clinics, contributing your expertise to our established colposcopy and vulval services, and supporting gynaecology operating lists—with the opportunity to independently lead these lists in the future.

You'll also be involved in the senior registrar and on-call rotas, including a fixed night shift every other week, and provide specialist input to our Maternity Triage and Maternity Day Assessment Unit, particularly for high-risk patients.

We are committed to your professional development and will support your progression towards a consultant role through tailored training and mentorship.

Colposcopy & Vulval Disease : Independently perform colposcopic assessments, cervical biopsies, and LLETZ procedures. Provide expert care in vulval clinics and actively contribute to MDT meetings and service development.

Rapid Access & General Gynaecology Clinics : Deliver care in 2WW and general gynaecology clinics under consultant supervision. Manage patient lists and clinic administration, including GP communications and result follow-up.

Maternity Triage & Day Assessment Unit : Offer senior-level expertise in managing high-risk women using the BSOTS framework. Support complex decision-making in the Day Assessment Unit.

Elective Caesarean Sections & Gynaecology Theatres : Assist in elective caesarean sections and gynaecology operations, including pre- and post-operative care and inpatient follow-up.

Collaboration & Teamwork : Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, participate in case reviews, and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement : Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge, engage in audits, and contribute to protocol development to enhance service quality.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Colposcopy and Vulval Disease

Independently perform colposcopic assessments, cervical biopsies, and LLETZ procedures where indicated.

Provide expert care in vulval clinics, including vulvoscopy and management of new and follow-up patients.

Actively contribute to Colposcopy MDT meetings and collaborate with the Colposcopy CNS to enhance service delivery and support training.

Ensure timely communication of results to patients and GPs via approved Trust channels.

Participate in regular audits to support clinical governance and service improvement.

Rapid Access and General Gynaecology Clinics

Deliver care in General Gynaecology and 2WW Rapid Access Clinics under indirect consultant supervision.

Manage a personal patient list and oversee clinic administration, including GP correspondence and result follow-up.

Maternity Triage and Day Assessment Unit

Provide senior-level expertise in managing high-risk women using the BSOTS framework for standardised assessments.

Support complex clinical decision-making in the Maternity Day Assessment Unit.

Elective Caesarean Sections and Gynaecology Theatres

Assist in elective caesarean sections, covering pre-, intra-, and post-operative care.

Participate in gynaecology theatre lists under consultant supervision and follow up on inpatients as required.

Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Work closely with obstetricians, anaesthetists, midwives, and the wider healthcare team to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.

Contribute to case reviews and multidisciplinary meetings, offering clinical insight and collaborative decision-making.

Communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring clarity, empathy, and responsiveness.

Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement

Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and competencies in obstetrics and gynaecology, with emphasis on colposcopy and vulval disease.

Participate in audits and contribute to the development of protocols and guidelines to enhance service quality and patient outcomes.

Please see attached detailed Job description including a proposed job plan.