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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
About
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Contact
- Address
- University Hospitals of Leicester
- G58/G59 Block A Penn Lloyd Building
- County Hall
- Leicester
- Leicestershire
- LE3 8RA
CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS – FETAL MEDICINE
Accepting applications until: 06-Feb-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 06-Feb-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- LRI/LGH
- Address
- Aylestone Road
- Town
- Leicester
- Postcode
- LE15WW
- Major / Minor Region
- Leicestershire
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent: substantive post
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week (24/7)
Salary
- Salary
- £109,725 - £145,478 dependent on expereince
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (Consultant)
Specialty
- Main area
- Obstetrics
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Job overview
Applications are invited for a full-time substantive Specialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine Consultant
As a surgical, cardiac, and genetic referral centre, UHL delivers specialist multidisciplinary care for pregnancies complicated by fetal or maternal medical conditions, as well as for women at high risk of massive haemorrhage. UHL is recognised as the regional host for abnormally invasive placenta service (AIP).
The unit, led by subspecialist consultants, provides training opportunities for clinical fellows. In addition to serving the local population, the Centre receives referrals from seven regional hospitals, managing complex cases involving fetal medicine, fetal surgery, and fetal cardiac malformations as part of the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre. The department supports and provides Fetal Medicine Service in Kettering through weekly sessions. The fetal medicine team plans to further expand its services with the development of in-utero surgical services, which are currently referred to Birmingham Women’s Hospital.
The Fetal Medicine Service is currently delivered by six consultants.
The Maternal Medicine Centre provides care for women with complex medical needs from both the local population and referring hospitals. It hosts highly specialised weekly clinics covering diabetes, hypertension, haematology, cardiology, nephrology, HIV, perinatal mental health, drug misuse and preterm birth prevention. The team also includes a dedicated adult cardiologist
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The department is looking for a dynamic and energetic Obstetrician with a subspecialty training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine to join the Fetal and Maternal Medicine Team, to provide a comprehensive Tertiary level service to patients at University Hospitals of Leicester, NHS Trust (UHL).
· To provide tertiary level of fetal medicine service at UHL.
· To support the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC) fetal cardiac service.
· To support the Fetal Medicine service at Kettering.
· To contribute to the Maternal Medicine clinics at LRI and LGH.
· To participate in the Maternity Assessment Units at LRI & LGH and the obstetric on call rota as directed by Head of Service for Obstetrics.
· Supervise and train junior medical staff.
· To perform elective obstetric lists and ward rounds and to provide prospective cover for these
· Undertake sessions on the Delivery Suite i.e. participate in the hot week, and work closely with midwifery and other colleagues to engender a supportive and mutually respectful atmosphere.
· Take part in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning.
· Teaching, complaint and incident management and administration.
· To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
· To contribute to ongoing research activities at UHL. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The job plan will be subject to annual review, with any revisions sought by mutual agreement but it is expected that the successful candidate will work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
The job plan runs over a nine week period and consists of 2 types of working week:
Hot Week Delivery Suite Cover
Core job plan
Hot Week Timetable (5.2 weeks per annum)
Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm: 2.375 PA DCC
As this recurs every 9 weeks, the hot week is equivalent to 1.64 PA which includes Prospective Cover
The hot week includes delivery suite ward rounds and intrapartum care, but not ward rounds on the antenatal wards or maternity assessment unit
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential criteria
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
- Relevant CCT or equivalent (‘equivalence’ must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Sub-speciality training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine or eligibility for
Desirable criteria
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
- Higher degree eg MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent.
Job related special skills
Essential criteria
- Offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in high-risk Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine
- To have experience in the management and counselling of patients referred with fetal anomalies at a tertiary level.
- Ability to carry out invasive procedures.
- To participate in the on-call rota.
- Active involvement in audits and research
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
- Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence-based practice
- IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
- Delivery of good acute clinical care
Communication
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Desirable criteria
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Management
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of Service Development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
- Good leadership skills communicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies • Empathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others’ perspectives; caring approach to patients.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Good organisational and management skills
- Supportive and tolerant
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Caring attitude to patients
- Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital
- communicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
- • Empathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others’ perspectives; caring approach to patients.
Desirable criteria
- • ATSM Labour Ward Lead
Teaching
Essential criteria
- Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
Desirable criteria
- Post graduate qualification or ATSM in medical education
- Appraisal and assessment skills
Motivation
Essential criteria
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
Desirable criteria
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential criteria
- Experience in and commitment to medical audit
Desirable criteria
- Completion of formal courses in audit
- Published audit
Research
Essential criteria
- Understanding and interest in research.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the speciality
Equality & Diversity
Essential criteria
- • Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Penny McParland and Tommy Mousa
- Job title
- Head of Service
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0116 2587770
- Additional information
Candidates should have completed Subspecialty training or be within 6 months of completion of training in Maternal and Fetal medicine. We welcome informal approaches from interested candidates, who may contact the Fetal Medicine Lead consultant Professor Tommy Mousa, or the Joint Head of Service for Obstetrics Dr Penny McParland, on 0116 258 7770.
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