Job Description

Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior doctor to join a busy and supportive Obstetrics & Gynaecology department as a Trust Fellow at ST1/2 level. Based at Musgrove Park Hospital, the role offers valuable clinical exposure across a wide range of O&G services while contributing to patient care, teaching, and departmental activities.

Although this is a non-training post, it provides strong clinical experience within the NHS and can support future career progression.

Working Pattern
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
No current on-call commitment; however, this may be introduced depending on service needs
Any future on-call duties would be agreed separately

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Provide day-to-day clinical care for patients under consultant supervision
  Support assessment, diagnosis, and initial management in obstetrics and gynaecology
  Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and departmental activities
  Assist consultants in delivering safe and effective patient care
  Contribute to audits, quality improvement, and research projects
  Teach and support medical students and Foundation Doctors
  Maintain strong working relationships within the multidisciplinary team

Teaching & Development

You will actively contribute to education within the department by:

• Supporting bedside teaching and clinical supervision
  Participating in weekly postgraduate teaching sessions
  Attending radiology, pathology, and clinical meetings
  Engaging in continuous professional development

About the Organisation

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers a positive working environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and career development.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements
  NHS pension scheme
  Generous annual leave
  Access to professional development opportunities
  Blue Light Card discounts

Why Somerset?

• Somerset provides a high quality of life with a mix of countryside and coastal living. It is within easy reach of Bristol, Bath, and Exeter, offering both professional opportunities and lifestyle benefits.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  Full registration with General Medical Council with licence to practise
  ALS/ACLS certification (or equivalent)

Experience

• Completion of Foundation Year 1 and 2 (or equivalent)
  Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
  Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills

Skills & Attributes

• Competence in history taking and physical examination
  Good organisational and communication skills
  Ability to prioritise workload and manage clinical demands
  Willingness to seek senior support when required
  Commitment to high standards of patient care

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within the NHS
  Progress towards MRCP or relevant postgraduate qualification
  Additional academic qualifications

Compliance & Eligibility

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK through UK Visas and Immigration
  This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route (subject to criteria)
  A criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service is required
  Useful Government Resources

For further guidance, you may refer to:

• Skilled Worker visa eligibility
  Right to work in the UK
  GMC registration process
  NHS careers information
  Criminal record checks

Additional Notes

• This post is not recognised as a formal training position by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
  Participation in additional duties may be required occasionally, but not on a regular basis
  Travel to other Trust sites may be necessary depending on service requirements