Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative and forward-thinking Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join its established and supportive consultant team. Based primarily at West Middlesex University Hospital, with cross-site responsibilities, this post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery and development of high-quality, patient-centred obstetrics and gynaecology services across both Trust sites.
The successful post holder will work closely with consultant colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective and compassionate care. Core clinical responsibilities will include gynaecology one-stop clinics, colposcopy, gynaecological oncology and rapid access services, theatre activity, antenatal clinics and participation in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-call rota, in line with departmental service requirements.
The appointment is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) and includes participation in the non-resident Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-call rota.
The Trust is committed to providing accessible six-day services. The successful post holder may therefore be required to undertake elective weekend clinics or theatre sessions, in addition to routine out-of-hours commitments.
The successful candidate will join an established consultant team delivering high-quality, patient-centred Obstetrics and Gynaecology services across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Based primarily at West Middlesex University Hospital, with opportunities for cross-site working, the post holder will contribute to the development and delivery of specialist gynaecology services, including gynaecological oncology and 2WW pathways, colposcopy, one-stop gynaecology clinics, acute gynaecology, and general obstetrics and gynaecology care.
The successful candidate will hold continuous clinical responsibility for patients under their care and work closely with consultant colleagues and the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and compassionate care.
In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education, trainee supervision, quality improvement projects, audit, governance, service development, and participation in departmental, directorate and Trust-wide committees.
The Trust is committed to education, innovation and clinical excellence, providing opportunities to shape services, support future clinicians and contribute to the ongoing development of women's health services.
Administrative support, office accommodation and appropriate IT facilities will be provided.
Our 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 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC 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 an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
The successful candidate will provide consultant-led care across Obstetrics and Gynaecology, with a particular focus on Gynaecological Oncology, Rapid Access (2WW), Colposcopy, One-Stop Gynaecology and Acute Gynaecology services. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the continued development of high-quality, patient-centred services across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will:
Clinical Responsibilities
Lead and deliver specialist Gynaecology Oncology, Rapid Access (2WW), Colposcopy and One-Stop Gynaecology services.
Provide high-quality general obstetric and gynaecology care in outpatient, inpatient, theatre and emergency settings.
Participate fully in the consultant-led Obstetrics and Gynaecology non-resident on-call rota.
Support the management of complex obstetric and gynaecological patients, including emergency and high-risk cases.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure timely access to care and delivery of excellent clinical outcomes.
Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical pathways, guidelines and service improvements.
Leadership, Governance and Service Development
Actively contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including Gynaecological Oncology MDT and Perinatal MDT meetings.
Support service transformation, pathway redesign and operational performance objectives.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and learning within the department.
Teaching, Training and Research
Provide teaching and clinical supervision for undergraduate medical students and postgraduate trainees.
Act as Educational or Clinical Supervisor where appropriate.
Support trainee-led audits and Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs).
Participate in continuing professional development and appraisal in line with GMC and Trust requirements.
Contribute to research, service evaluation and innovation activities where appropriate.
Management and Professional Responsibilities
Participate in departmental, directorate and Trust meetings.
Support workforce planning, junior doctor supervision and recruitment activities as required.
Demonstrate leadership, professionalism and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Maintain compliance with Trust policies, GMC Good Medical Practice and all mandatory training requirements.
On-Call Commitment
The post includes participation in the consultant non-resident Obstetrics and Gynaecology on-call rotas, currently:
Obstetrics: 1:24 rota, including a fixed weekly on-call day and weekend commitments.
Gynaecology: 1:17 rota, including a fixed weekly on-call day and weekend commitments.
The post holder must be able to attend the hospital within 30 minutes when on call, in accordance with Trust policy.
The exact job plan and on-call arrangements will be agreed with the successful candidate through the Trust's job planning process.
