We are looking to appoint a Specialty Doctor to our expanding middle grade tier in Paediatrics at Chesterfield Royal Hospital
We are known for our high quality patient centred care, excellent team working, resilience, and our collaborative approach to delivering services for children.
The department is part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire and the Expert Advisory Forum, which advocate for multidisciplinary workforce model which is standardised across the region.
The appointee will contribute to services in Acute Paediatrics as well as level 2 Neonates. Experience in Community Paediatrics would also be welcomed.
The role involves participation in the General Paediatric and Neonatal out of hours rota, which currently incorporates 10 participants and will be expanded depending on the number of successful candidates. Our aim is to meet recent legislative requirements and make improvements to work intensity during the out of hours period.
The consultant body will provide support for continuing professional development and GMC revalidation requirements, and we are able to support development of a special interest in a range of Paediatric sub-specialities.
We would encourage candidates to arrange to meet or contact the team prior to interview to discuss the role and the opportunities that we can provide.
Please note that the start date for this post is as soon as possible.
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Café and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.