Consultant in Community Paediatrics
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Are you a dedicated paediatrician with a heart for children and a commitment to community care? We're seeking a warm, skilled and forward-thinking Community Paediatrician to join our vibrant team and make a lasting impact on young lives.
As a Community Paediatrician, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families across our local area. You'll work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of developmental and physical health needs in children from birth to adolescence.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with opportunities for professional development. There is opportunity to help shape our community services.
We are looking for an individual who has experience in community settings, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative spirit and who takes a proactive approach to care.
We believe every child deserves the best start in life - and we know that starts with exceptional care. If you're ready to bring your expertise, empathy and energy to a team that values connection and community, we'd love to hear from you.
Duties of the Post
* Assess children with developmental problems and neurodisability
* Contribute to holistic multidisciplinary and multiagency management plans. This will include some children and young people in special schools.
* Ensure that the Trust is compliant with SEND legislation and with the spirit of the Code of Practice
* Ensure that robust processes are in place for identification, assessment, planning and health support for children and young people with SEND
* Attend monthly SEND Operational group meetings
* Provide medical advice as part of the EHC needs assessment process
* Carry out Initial Health Assessments for Cared for Children
* Work with clinical colleagues and managers.
* There may be a requirement to support S47 medicals. These are currently carried out in the hospital setting by the neonatal hot week consultant during the day or the on call consultant, out of hours.
Values & Behaviours
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Excellence
EEO Statement
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.
Benefits
Flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Contact Details
Rachel Lawson, Directorate Manager, 07920765109
Dr Bunmi Lawson, Lead Community Consultant, Bunmi.lawson@tgh.nhs.uk, 0161 366 2277
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