Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Paediatrician (Fixed Term, 12 months); we are looking for a dynamic and motivated Paediatrician to join our friendly and enthusiastic team at the James Paget University Hospital. The post requires experience in Acute Paediatrics and Neonates with a special interest in a subspecialty to meet the service needs and complement the existing team.
The appointee will be expected to hold CCT in General Paediatrics or be within 6 months of attaining it.
FTE 10 PA's; DCC 8.5 + SPA 1.5.
1: 11 Hot/ward weeks and 1:11 week of SCBU cover (clinics will be cancelled during these weeks), 3.5 outpatient clinics weekly.
While on call you will be covering the children's ward and a level 1 NICU; this post involves 1: 11 on call (resident until 22 00 hrs and then non-resident).
We are a friendly, motivated and flexible team and we would expect our new colleague to have similar qualities.
Main duties of the job
Share with consultant colleagues the Acute and CommunityPaediatric workload.
Provide with the other consultants a mutual out of hours cover for annual, study and professional leave. Out of hours responsibilities would be 1 in 11 weeknights on call and weekend responsibilities are also 1 in 11.
Provision with Consultant colleagues of a service to the James Paget University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and the proper functioning of the department.
Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and for contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
Participating in medical audit, the Trust's Clinical Governance processes and in CPD; involvement in research
Managerial, including budgetary, responsibilities where appropriate.
Where it is agreed between the parties, work on behalf of James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust or services provided by the Trust for other agencies, e.g. ICB
About us
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (JPUH) provides medical services for a population of approximately 230,000 living in South East Norfolk and North East Suffolk, plus a large number of visitors to the coast and Broads National Park during the summer months. In addition, it provides approximately a third of the secondary care teaching for the UEA Norwich Medical School. The Trust has foundation status and is highly regarded within the region.
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and operates a no smoking policy.
The Hospital is situated in a mainly rural area in one of the most open, picturesque, safe and unspoilt parts of the country, offering a range of inexpensive properties, good schools, easy access to the coast and an abundance of outdoor, sporting and recreational activities. The post will appeal to candidates who seek a high quality of life combined with a practical clinical role within a secure and well-run hospital distinguished by its supportive and friendly culture.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.
To observe local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures, and to comply with Regional and Trust Health and Safety policies.
To assume responsibility for and facilitate contact from members of staff with delegated duties for personally accountable patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.
To observe local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures, and to comply with Regional and Trust Health and Safety policies.
To assume responsibility for and facilitate contact from members of staff with delegated duties for personally accountable patient care.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
- MRCPCH, MRCP or equivalent
- CCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within 6 months of completion of training at the date of interview.
- Full GMC Registration
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty of Acute Paediatrics
- Neonatal experience - minimum six months during ST 4-8
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
- Able to plan and develop the service
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multi disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Desirable
- Experience of committee work/project management
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects and published papers
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
- Evidence of teaching experience/aptitude especially multi-disciplinary groups.
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Experience of teaching medical students
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching skills
- Computer Literate
- Management Training
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
- MRCPCH, MRCP or equivalent
- CCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within 6 months of completion of training at the date of interview.
- Full GMC Registration
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty of Acute Paediatrics
- Neonatal experience - minimum six months during ST 4-8
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
- Able to plan and develop the service
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multi disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Desirable
- Experience of committee work/project management
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects and published papers
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
- Evidence of teaching experience/aptitude especially multi-disciplinary groups.
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Experience of teaching medical students
Desirable
- Formal training in teaching skills
- Computer Literate
- Management Training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
