Position
Applications are invited for the above vacancy at Dorset County Hospital, Dorchester. Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to practice and paediatric experience at registrar level.
The middle grades participate in a rota based on 40 hours full shift which is EWTD compliant. The trust doctor will be expected to assume clinical responsibility, under the supervision of the consultant paediatrician, for the investigation and management of patients with paediatric medical disorders.
One post is currently available – 1 wte fixed term contract for 6 months.
Responsibilities
* Assume clinical responsibility for patients under the care of the consultant paediatrician and undertake the necessary administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
* Assume clinical responsibility, under the supervision of the consultant paediatrician, for the investigation and management of patients with paediatric medical disorders.
* Be competent in paediatric procedures commensurate with a middle grade doctor including the stabilisation of the sick child, newborn life support and child protection assessments.
* Be responsible for the co‑ordination of the care of patients admitted to paediatric beds within Dorset County Hospital in rotation with the other department middle grade doctors and for implementing clinical management decisions taken by the consultants.
* Be responsible for initiating the treatment of patients admitted for Paediatric medical management.
* Attend outpatient clinics, these will primarily be in the Children’s Centre at Dorset County Hospital but there may also be a requirement to attend peripheral 'patch' clinics.
* Supervise the work of the junior doctors and actively participate in their education and training.
* Participate in the annual appraisal process.
* Comply with all Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures as well as the legal requirements pertaining to both patients and staff.
* Participate in the Middle Grade rota and cover this tier for absences for sickness, annual leave and study leave as far as are appropriate.
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
* Paediatric experience at registrar level.
Benefits and Workplace
The Paediatric Department has a broad range of training opportunities and the successful candidate will be offered the opportunity of continuing professional development. Additionally the post holder would be expected to participate in peer supervision and team training programmes. We would welcome applications from applicants looking to work less than full time.
Trust Values
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in under‑represented groups. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care.
Disability Confident
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