Description
The post holder will be trained in all aspects of general fertility and assisted reproductive technology (ART).
Activities will include outpatient assessment, ultrasound scanning, monitoring of ART treatment (ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination, IVF treatment, ICSI, ovum donation, surrogacy etc), transvaginal oocyte retrievals and tubal patency assessment; including hysterosalpingograms and Hycosys.
They will also be exposed to sperm retrieval techniques and trans-abdominal oocyte retrieval as well as reproductive surgery.
The post holder will also have the opportunity to participate in the Fertility Preservation program, Menopause and Fertility-BRCA clinics.
The post holder will be encouraged to get involved in all aspects of Clinical Governance within the Fertility Department.
The post holder will be encouraged to take an active part in each HFEA, CQC, ISO inspection and the preparation and implementation of the post-inspection action plans.
Job Responsibilities: The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Person Specification:
- Qualifications and Higher Qualifications:
+ Essential: MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent MRCOG + Desirable: MD, MSc
- Knowledge Clinical experience in Specialty and Sub Specialty:
+ Essential: 5 years Obstetrics & Gynaecology (approaching ST5 or above) with matching competency records + Desirable: Competence in ART procedures, Ultrasound scanning
- Academic achievement and Research:
+ Desirable: Publications in peer reviewed Journals, Presentation in National and International meetings
- Training expected:
+ Desirable: Previous training in Infertility Centre
- Management/Audit Experience:
+ Essential: Mature all rounder Sympathetic to patients Good communication skills Interest in Research + Desirable: Good organizational skills
- Personal Circumstances:
+ Essential: Registered with GMC