Job Title: Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant
Grade: Consultant
Location: East Anglia
Working Hours: Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)
Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum

About the Role

This University Hospital is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to join our dynamic and expanding team. This post supports the delivery of high-quality care across antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, and gynaecological services, with opportunities to develop a specialist interest in areas such as maternal and fetal medicine, urogynaecology, or minimally invasive surgery.
You will be joining a team of 12 consultant obstetricians, working in a supportive environment with a strong focus on clinical excellence, teaching, and research.

Requirements

• Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (or within 6 months of interview)
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications and Fellowship of a Royal College (e.g., MRCOG/FRCOG)
• Experience in managing both routine and complex obstetric and gynaecological cases
• Commitment to teamwork, clinical leadership, and continuous improvement

Typical Job Plan and Duties
A standard job plan includes:

• 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week, including:
  • Antenatal and gynaecology outpatient clinics
  • Labour ward cover and intrapartum care
  • Theatre sessions for elective and emergency gynaecological procedures
• Participation in on-call rota (separate for obstetrics and gynaecology)
• Involvement in teaching, audit, and service development
• Opportunities to lead on clinical guidelines, research, and quality improvement projects

About the Department

• A team of 12 WTE consultants providing 24/7 consultant presence in obstetrics
• Separate consultant on-call cover for gynaecology
• Services include antenatal clinics, labour ward care, postnatal follow-up, and gynaecological surgery
• Dedicated maternal and fetal medicine services with subspecialty-trained consultants
• Strong emphasis on guideline development, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary collaboration

About the Hospital

A major teaching hospital with over 1,000 beds, serving a population of more than 1 million. The Trust also operates a nearby hospital and provides a wide range of specialist services including neonatology, oncology, radiotherapy, orthopaedics, and paediatric surgery.
The hospital is closely affiliated with the University of East Anglia, fostering a strong academic and research culture.

Why Live Here?

A vibrant, historic city offering a high quality of life with excellent schools, cultural venues, and shopping. The surrounding countryside and coastline provide stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities. With good transport links to London, Cambridge, and the Midlands, it is ideal for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle in a welcoming community.