Gynaecology Consultant

Job summary

The Consultant Gynaecologist will be experiencedregistered Gynaecologist who is on the specialist register, who possess the skillsto assess and treat patients within the community.

Main duties of the job

The Consultant Gynaecologist will see a range of patients within the outpatient setting, in which they will need to assess, evaluate and manage patients with minor and moderate complexity gynaecology conditions. The successful post holder may also need to complete clinics that include:

Mirena insertion / removal Endometrial biopsy Cervical Cautery (with silver nitrate) Ring/Shelf Pessary insertion/removal

About us

HealthHarmonie Ltd is a fastpaced, growing organisation that operates in the Healthcare sector based in thevibrant city centre of Birmingham. Established in 2003 HealthHarmonie has grownwith the ever-changing healthcare industry and the access to NHS services thatpatients have today. HealthHarmonie Ltd work in partnership with a number ofNHS Clinical Commissioning Groups nationwide to provide patients with access tocommunity services closer to their home, these include; Diagnostic Ultrasound,Gynaecology Services, diagnosis and treatment of Dermatological conditions,Ophthalmology services and the provision of extended Minor surgery procedures.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. COMMUNICATION

Develop and maintain communication with people on complex matters, issues and ideas and /or in complex situations. To develop and sustain partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and agencies. To disseminates appropriate information to others in the speciality and wider organisation. To maintain appropriate channels and styles of communication to meet the needs of patients, relatives and carers, managers, peers and other professional agencies. Ensure accurate and clear records are kept according to GMC guidelines of Records and Recordkeeping.

2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Develop self and contribute to the development of others. To identify and agree on objectives for own professional development which reflect HealthHarmonies service needs. To maintain and develop own knowledge and skills within dermatology related to patient treatment, care pathways and health promotion. To use effective prioritisation, problem-solving and delegation skills to manage time effectively. To support the delivery of objectives set by the companies nursing strategy.

3. HEALTH SAFETY AND SECURITY

Promote, monitor and maintain best practice in Health, safety and security in the working environment. To ensure GMC standards and HealthHarmonies professional guidelines are applied to practice. To refer to other practitioners when health outcomes or risks and needs are beyond own competence and scope of practice. To take appropriate action to safeguard patients/clients under his/her care and involving a consultant Gynaecologist when necessary. Comply with HealthHarmonies Health and Safety guidelines in providing a safe environment for staff, patients/clients and their families.

4. SERVICE IMPROVEMENT

Contribute to the improvement of resources leading to appraising, interpreting and applying suggestions, recommendations and directives to improve services. To contribute to the development of services in Gynaecology. To maintain own and other awareness of relevant research relating to dermatology and participate in applying this to practice. To contribute to the development of local evidence-based standards, policies and guidelines related to Gynaecology. To collaborate with other members of the healthcare team in audit activities. To identify areas of risk and poor quality, and to address these through appropriate governance structures and pathways. To develop and maintain other awareness of own role within the speciality and wider organisation, maintaining mechanisms for contact and referral. To work with the gynaecology team in service changes to make the best use of resources, improve practice and health outcomes. To promote and facilitate the implementation of the Nursing and Midwifery strategy and the Company Objectives. To provide specialist advice and support to colleagues within the organisation. To maintain mechanisms to support patient involvement and feedback related to the speciality. To participate in developing a shared vision of the service.

5. QUALITY

Maintain awareness of current nursing practice/research with attention to gynaecology, evaluating and disseminating findings. To ensure the evidence-based practice is encouraged and delivered in line with clinical governance. Ensure that the service and care delivery complies with local and national quality standards.

6. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

Support equality and value diversity to promote equality, diversity and rights, ensuring that own and others practice is in the best interests of patients.

7. LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Influence the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice. To plan and deliver research/evidence-based care and treatment in partnership with other health professional. To identify and plan resources required for own learning and development. To reflect on own practice through clinical supervision/mentorship. To develop and maintain a peer network of support, information and learning with other consultants at a local and national level.

8. HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Assess health and wellbeing needs and develop, monitor and review care plans to meet specific needs. Plan, deliver and evaluate care to meet peoples health and wellbeing needs. To assess peoples health & well-being needs when those needs are complex and change across the caseload. To support patients in the delivery of care through maintaining their information needs, promoting their wishes and beliefs, and addressing their concerns. To support patients in meeting their own health and well-being through the provision of appropriate information, advice and support. To monitor and review the effectiveness of interventions with the patient and colleagues and modify this to meet the changing needs and established goals of care.

9. SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE ADULTS

Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

10. FLEXIBLE WORKING

As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.

11. INFECTION CONTROL

All post holders have a personal obligation to act to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs). They must attend mandatory training in Infection Control and be compliant with all measures required by the company to reduce HCAIs. All post holders must comply with HealthHarmonies infection screening and immunisation policiesas well as be familiar with the Infection Control Policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps. Person Specification

Experience

Essential

NHS experience **Please note we do not provide Visa sponsorship**

Qualifications

Essential

Must be on the Specialist Register for at least 12 months Appraisal as Consultant for at least 12 months

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