Consultant Obstetrician- Maternal Medicine and Fetal Care

Somerset NHS foundation Trust is seeking a passionate and forward thinking Consultant Obstetrician to join our expanding team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This new post has been created to strengthen our high risk obstetric service and support the development of a dedicated elective caesarean section team. This is a full time (10 PA) permanent position with a 8.5.1.5 DCC/SPA split with a requirement to participate in theobstetric only on call rota (1:12) The successful candidate will have a special interest in high risk obstetrics and foetal surveillance, with the skills to perform grown scans and doppler assessments for small for gestational age babies. They will also provide cross site leadership as the Obstetric Fetal monitoring lead supporting training, compliance and quality improvement across Musgrove Park and Yeovil District Hospitals. This is an obstetrics only role with no gynaecology commitments, offering the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative and inclusive team delivering near tertiary level care in a district general hospital set Interviews for this position are likely to be held on the 20th April 2026, full details will be released to successfully shortlisted candidates., Provide high-quality obstetric care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. Lead foetal monitoring across both hospital sites, supporting training, compliance and service development. Perform foetal growth scans and Doppler assessments for SGA and growth restricted babies. Run a weekly scan clinic and a fortnightly high risk antenatal clinic, such as pre-term birth, gestational diabetes, maternal medicine or epilepsy. Cover elective caesarean section lists and triage sessions. Participate in the obstetric only on call rota (1:12) including twice daily consultant led ward rounds. Supervise and support junior doctors contributing to teaching and appraisal. Engage in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to research and service innovation. Consultants are required to supervise the education of doctors in training, and doctors in post graduate roles. Consultants are also required to participate in audit, be accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence, they must take responsibility for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients. Consultants are also expected to take part in annual appraisals and research is encouraged.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.