NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Community Paediatrician within our Community Child Health service based at Rainbow House Child Development Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine.
Hours and Shift Pattern:
This position is available as a full time 10 session post, but we welcome applications from those who wish to work less than full time or on a job share basis. Working from home for up to 2 sessions a week can be discussed. There is no out of hours commitment, but an option to contribute to the out of hours rota could be discussed with interested candidates.
This post is offered on a fixed term basis to cover a period of staff absence. It is for 12 months in the first instance with the possibility of an extension.
What you will do:
The successful applicant will join a cohesive, established team of paediatricians in further developing children's services in Ayrshire. You will provide Community neurodevelopmental clinics in Rainbow House and in the locality of North Ayrshire. You will work with a multidisciplinary team including AHPs and experienced nurses and will liaise with local schools. A contribution to the service for Autism diagnosis would be welcome and also a contribution to Safeguarding services.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Applicants will be appropriately experienced with Full GMC Registration with a current Licence to Practise, and shall be eligible for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register. Non UK applicants require to demonstrate equivalent training. MRCPCH or equivalent is also essential.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Full UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact (Dr Gemma Duffy, Consultant Paediatrician, ,