We are seeking an enthusiastic consultant paediatrician with expertise in community child health to help deliver a highly-regarded service for children in Trafford.
We can be flexible with the PAs for the role and would be keen to discuss the role of the Named Doctor for safeguarding with potential candidates.
You will join a team of experienced and supportive medical professionals who are constantly seeking to improve the quality of the service to children and their families. The department works closely with other community health services including community children’s nursing, health visiting, school nursing, physiotherapy, OT, speech and language therapy, CAMHS and primary care. We provide services in partnership with the local authority, voluntary organisations and other agencies that provide health and social care to meet the health needs of local communities as well as with hospital trusts providing acute health services.
Responsibilities
* Provide a locality-based service to children in Trafford, including assessment of children with developmental delay and disability.
* Assess children with neurodevelopmental conditions, looked after children, and children suffering suspected abuse.
* Prepare statutory reports for Social Services and Special Educational Needs.
* Attend review and planning meetings as required.
* Supervise trainees.
Qualifications
* Eligible for GMC registration (MFT does not support sponsorship).
* Fully registered medical practitioner with CCT in paediatrics.
* Desirable: two years’ experience in community paediatrics.
About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
Why Join Us?
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nadine Arditti | Job title: General Manager | Email address: nadine.arditti@mft.nhs.uk | Telephone number: 07827254151
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