Trust Doctor in Paediatrics ST1+ Equivalent

Job Summary

A vacancy has arisen for a Trust Doctor (ST1 equivalent) in Paediatrics. This is a full time/part time role including participation in a full shift rota system. The role includes day to day care of patients in all Paediatric areas include Acute Inpatient General Paediatric Ward, Children's and Young Persons Day Unit, level 1 Neonatal Unit, Postnatal Ward, Paediatric Outpatient Clinic and Delivery Suite. This provides the ideal grounding in Paediatrics for those considering future applications for Paediatric specialty training or other specialty training programmes where a significant proportion of their patient group is comprised of children, e.g. primary care of other Paediatric subspecialties.

Main Duties of the Job

• Care of General Paediatric and Neonatal patients under consultant and middle grade supervision.
• Attendance at Paediatric and Neonatal emergencies as required.
• Care of Paediatric outpatients under consultant and middle grade supervision.
• Care of child assessment unit and rapid referral patients.
• To engage in Continuing Professional Development and audit as appropriate.
• To engage with the Trust's appraisal and revalidation process.
• The post holder is expected to attend specialist clinics for educational purposes and to develop their own individual specialist skills.
• There is a strong emphasis on training and teaching.

About Us

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job Responsibilities

There is a strong emphasis in the department on training, and the post-holder will be expected to develop skills in teaching through participation in the educational programme. There are also opportunities to become involved in the locally run Paediatric Life Support Training Days and other activities. So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues. The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care. The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

• Essential: Basic medical degree, Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice, Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.
• Desirable: Higher Degree, Distinctions, Scholarships prizes, other degrees eg BSc, MSc, PhD, Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent.

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Essential: Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems, ability to maximise safety and minimise risk, an ability to communicate well with patients and staff.
• Desirable: Experience in other related specialties.

Knowledge

• Desirable: Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.

Organisation and Planning

• Essential: Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams, understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
• Desirable: Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended.

Teaching Skills

• Essential: Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching.
• Desirable: Recognised teaching qualification.

Academic and Research

• Essential: Evidence of participation in audit.
• Desirable: Research experience, Publications, Prizes and honours.

Career Progression

• Essential: Appropriate progression of career to date.

Personal Attributes

• Essential: Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written.

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (279)

Address: St Richards, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester, PO19 6SE

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Contact

For questions about the job, contact: Emily Charkin, Consultant, [contact hidden], [contact hidden]