Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a Special Interest(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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May 15, 2026
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Job Description

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a specialist interest in Urogynaecology to join its expanding women’s health service based primarily at Yeovil District Hospital. This substantive consultant opportunity offers up to 1.0 WTE with flexibility available for the successful applicant.

This role combines general obstetrics and gynaecology responsibilities with dedicated specialist sessions in urogynaecology, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to a well-established and highly collaborative pelvic floor service.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join a supportive department consisting of 12 consultant colleagues and participate in a 1:12 consultant on-call rota. The post includes inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and elective clinical work while also contributing to specialist pelvic floor and continence services across Somerset.

You will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary urogynaecology team that includes specialist consultants, nursing professionals, and allied healthcare staff committed to delivering patient-centred care and service innovation.

Key Responsibilities

General Obstetrics & Gynaecology Duties

  • Deliver high-quality obstetric and gynaecological care across inpatient and outpatient settings
    Participate in emergency and elective clinical services
    Contribute to consultant-led labour ward rounds and obstetric on-call duties
    Lead antenatal, gynaecology, ambulatory care, and elective surgery clinics
    Support junior doctor supervision, education, and appraisal
    Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement activities
    Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated patient care

Specialist Urogynaecology Responsibilities

  • Assess and manage women with pelvic floor dysfunction and lower urinary tract conditions
    Lead specialist urogynaecology and continence clinics
    Perform surgical procedures relating to prolapse and urinary incontinence
    Contribute to pelvic floor multidisciplinary team meetings
    Support mesh surveillance pathways in line with national recommendations
    Help develop enhanced recovery and day-case pelvic floor surgical pathways
    Contribute to regional service development and innovation within women’s health

Essential Qualifications & Registration

Applicants must hold:

  • Medical degree or recognised equivalent qualification
    Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
    Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology via CCT, CESR, or equivalent route
    Advanced training or significant experience in Urogynaecology

Essential Experience

  • Strong clinical background in obstetrics and gynaecology
    Experience managing complex pelvic floor disorders
    Competence in both elective and emergency gynaecological procedures
    Experience in outpatient and surgical management of urogynaecological conditions
    Commitment to teaching, supervision, and multidisciplinary teamwork

Desirable Experience

  • Higher academic qualifications such as MD, MSc, or PhD
    Educational supervision training
    Experience with mesh complication pathways and BSUG standards
    Specialist pelvic floor or continence procedure expertise

Benefits & Working Environment

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers:

  • Flexible working arrangements
    NHS pension scheme
    Generous annual leave entitlement
    Professional development and leadership opportunities
    Access to Blue Light Card discounts
    Supportive consultant team environment
    Opportunities for research and innovation

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers an exceptional work-life balance with beautiful countryside, coastal living, and easy access to cities including Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and London. The area provides affordable housing, excellent schools, and a high quality of life for professionals and families alike.

Sponsorship & UK Registration

Applications from international candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome, subject to UKVI eligibility requirements. Applicants must also hold current UK professional registration before appointment.

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