NHS Jobs • Brighton BN2 5BE

Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (ST1-2 equivalent)

About this role

The post holder will undertake a wide range of clinical duties across Obstetrics And Gynaecology Services at the Royal Sussex County Hospital and, where required, across other Trust sites. In Obstetrics, duties include working on the labour ward, managing intrapartum care, and responding to obstetric emergencies with appropriate senior support. The post holder will contribute to antenatal and postnatal ward care and participate in multidisciplinary clinics supporting women with complex medical needs. In Gynaecology, the post holder will provide ward-based care, support the management of acute admissions, and contribute to outpatient services including general and specialist clinics. There will be opportunities to gain experience in Gynaecological Oncology, Early Pregnancy Care, and Ambulatory Services. The role includes participation in elective and emergency theatre lists, allowing the development of surgical skills in both Obstetrics and Benign Gynaecology. The post holder will also contribute to the Gynaecology Emergency Service and the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit. The post holder will participate in a full-shift on-call rota, working alongside registrars and consultants, ensuring safe and effective patient care at all times. In addition to clinical duties, the post holder will engage in mandatory training, appraisal, and continuing professional development. They will be encouraged to participate in audit, teaching, and service improvement activities. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties in exceptional circumstances, in consultation with senior colleagues. These duties will not form part of routine practice.