Job overview
Directorate: Group10 – Paediatric and Neonatal services
GRADE: Senior Clinical fellow
POST: This post is for 12-24 months offering 6-12 months rotations, based on clinical need of the department, between the:
1. Paediatric and Neonatal Unit at the Bedford Hospital
2. Paediatric Unit at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital
3. Neonatal Unit at Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Hours per week: 40hrs
Salary scale: Is between £41,750- £64,288 (Basic salary and out of hours as per junior doctors Contract). Please note overseas training experience at the same level will be recognised as per the pay point scale described in NHS employer section.
Main duties of the job
Duties of the post:
•Attend Ward rounds and outpatient clinics.
•Assist in the day to day running of inpatient paediatric ward, CAU, Ambulatory Care and Neonatal Unit, and the supervision and support Tier 1 doctors.
•Examination of children with suspected or actual child abuse at the request of Social Services Department or Police, preparation of appropriate medical records and attendance at Case Conferences along with the consultant.
•Keep such records as may be required. These must be dated and initialled, together with any other related administrative duties, including discharge and clinic letters.
•Duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant(s), in consultation where possible with colleagues both senior and junior.
•The post holder will agree to read and follow any protocols of medical cover laid down (either in writing or verbally).
•In case of any difficulties ensure that the advice of a senior colleague is sought, escalate issues as appropriate.
The proposed timetable will be discussed with applicants. This will need to be changed from time to time to respond to the demands of the service. The appointee undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, outside normally rostered duties as essential part of providing safe patient care.
Working for our organisation
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full shift working pattern not exceeding 48 hours including prospective cover for annual and study leave. The on-call registrars are supported by Tier 1 trainees both day and night. There is onsite consultant support until 22:00 and off-site cover overnight
Duties of the post:
•Attend Ward rounds and outpatient clinics.
•Assist in the day to day running of inpatient paediatric ward, CAU, Ambulatory Care and Neonatal Unit, and the supervision and support Tier 1 doctors.
•Examination of children with suspected or actual child abuse at the request of Social Services Department or Police, preparation of appropriate medical records and attendance at Case Conferences along with the consultant.
•Keep such records as may be required. These must be dated and initialled, together with any other related administrative duties, including discharge and clinic letters.
•Duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant(s), in consultation where possible with colleagues both senior and junior.
•The post holder will agree to read and follow any protocols of medical cover laid down (either in writing or verbally).
•In case of any difficulties ensure that the advice of a senior colleague is sought, escalate issues as appropriate.
NOTE: Specific duties may vary from time to time with the circumstances existing and the developing competence and interests of the members of the team.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
4. Medical Degree – MBBS or equivalent
Desirable criteria
5. Additional relevant clinical experience - APLS/EPALS/ NLS
6. Post-graduate qualification
Registration
Essential criteria
7. Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
8. Evidence of achievement of Foundation competences in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice including: Good acute clinical care- Paediatrics and Neonatal, maintaining good medical practice, good relationships and communication with patients, good working relationships with colleagues, good teaching and training, professional behaviour and probity
GMC principles of good medical practice
Essential criteria
9. Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory
10. Satisfactory DBS clearance
11. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent
12. Occupational Health clearance
Clinical Experience
Essential criteria
13. Excellent all-round experience of DGH work
14. Minimum of 2/3 years’ experience in
15. Paediatrics and Neonatology
16. Proficient in basic paediatric procedures- cannulation / LP / airway management / UVC / Intraosseous access
17. Ability to work independently, but aware of own limitations and know when to seek advice from senior colleagues
Desirable criteria
18. Experience of working at registrar level
19. Minimum 6 months experience in working in NHS
Language Skills
Essential criteria
20. All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following : a) Undergraduate medical training in English b) Evidence of IELTS score or equivalent as per GMC
Academic / Research Skills
Essential criteria
21. Understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk, management and evidence-based practice
Desirable criteria
22. Evidence of participation in QIP
23. Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements
Teaching
Essential criteria
24. Interest in and ability to contribute to teaching and learning of more junior doctors and medical students
Desirable criteria
25. Evidence of teaching /presentations
Personal Skills
Essential criteria
26. Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
27. Capacity to work effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations
28. Situation awareness with awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
29. Capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with others and discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
30. Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
31. Demonstrate leadership and management skills
32. Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, follow instructions
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.