Job overview
We are looking to recruit 1 full time or 2 LTFT (0.7 WTE) Trust Doctors to join our Paediatrics team at St Richard's Hospital, as soon as possible for 6 months.
This is a full-time/ part-time role including participation in a full shift rota system.
The successful candidate will work alongside other team members to provide a full shift rota at middle grade level which will involve acute paediatrics and neonates. Candidates must have completed foundation training (or equivalent) and have at least 2 further years of Paediatric experience ideally including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit. Full MRCPCH should be held or be close to being held.
Candidates must have full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.
Candidates will be expected to work together as a team within the Women and Children's Group.
Main duties of the job
This post holder essentially covers Acute Paediatric unit and Neonatal unit at a Middle grade level. The post holder is responsible for the following:
1.
Managing children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant
2. Seeing patients referred to the Paediatric Assessment unit and providing support and advice to A &E doctors, General Practitioners
3. Attending resuscitation calls in A&E
4. Supervising and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care in children's ward and assessment unit
5. Managing babies on the Neonatal unit under supervision of consultant
6. Supervision and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care for babies on the neonatal unit and maternity unit
7. Attending high risk deliveries on the maternity unit
8. Support and teaching of junior medical, nursing staff and medical students
9. To engage in Continuing Professional Development and Audit as appropriate
10. To engage with the Trusts appraisal and revalidation process 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 perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.
Please view the full job description for more information regarding the main responsibilities.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
11. •Basic medical degree
12. •Success in MRCPCH Part I or appropriate specialist qualification
13. •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
14. •Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable criteria
15. •Success at MRCPH Part II
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
16. •Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement. Potential to develop excellent diagnostic skills
17. •Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice.
18. •Achievement of competences in general paediatrics and neonatology outlined in the Paediatric Curriculum for Level 2 training by the time of application
19. •Successful completion of APLS and NLS or equivalent
20. •Successful completion of Safeguarding children: Recognition & response in Child Protection or equivalent
Desirable criteria
21. •Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye co-ordination, dexterity
22. •Previous tier 2 level NHS experience in Paediatrics.
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
23. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
24. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
25. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
26. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
27. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
28. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
29. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
30. •Research experience
31. •Publications
32. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
33. Appropriate progression of career to date
34. Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training
35. Not have previously relinquished or been released/removed from a training programme, except under exceptional circumstances
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
36. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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