Job summary
Applications are invited for Senior Clinical Fellows in Paediatric Immunology & Infectious Diseases (PIID). The posts are based at the Evelina London Children's Hospital, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust. In addition to supporting the clinical service the post holder will gain experience in research, education and quality improvement.
The successful applicant will join seven PIID consultants (4 WTE) and two Paediatric infectious diseases clinical fellows. The PIID team works closely with The Department of Infectious Diseases (The DoI - incorporating Virology & Microbiology sections) and the Department of Infection Prevention & Control (IPC). In total, the DoI has about 50 staff including 6 consultant virologists, 6 consultant microbiologists, 8 adult ID physicians, and several antimicrobial pharmacists.
Main duties of the job
The clinical PIID team deliver inpatient and outpatient care covering acute/complex infection, HIV, TB, congenital infection, inflammation (PIMS-TS, Kawasaki Disease & Fever), Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS), Paediatric outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy (pOPAT), infection control and primary/secondary immunodeficiency clinics. In patients are reviewed at Evelina London Children's hospital and the Royal Brompton. Telephone advice is given to the other hospitals within the South East Thames network.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is made up of two of London's best known teaching hospitals and employs over 12,500 staff and over 1 million patient contacts a year.
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is made up of several of London's best known teaching hospitals and employs over 12,500 staff with over 1 million patient contacts a year.
ELCH admits over 25,000 patients per year of which over 8,000 are non-elective admissions; over the past year alone both elective and non-elective admitted activity have increased by an average of 8%. This growth is anticipated to continue into the coming years. ELCH has a broad reaching transformational programme entitled Fit for the Future, which aims to enhance patient and family care and also has major capital plans to develop additional physical capacity to meet this demand. In addition to this over 125,000 outpatients attend ELCH each year.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a License to Practice, or be at least eligible for registration (overseas candidates).
Previous middle-grade paediatric experience is essential; previous research experience is not essential but desirable.
The post holder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years) and therefore 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 Criminal Records Bureau to check for any previous criminal convictions.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and dynamic team and be part of the innovative future of childrens healthcare across South London.
General enquiries about the job or for an informal discussion should be directed to Dr Julia Kenny (julia.kenny@nhs.net).
Please note that we will only accept online applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a License to Practice, or be at least eligible for registration (overseas candidates).
Previous middle-grade paediatric experience is essential; previous research experience is not essential but desirable.
The post holder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years) and therefore 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 Criminal Records Bureau to check for any previous criminal convictions.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and dynamic team and be part of the innovative future of childrens healthcare across South London.
General enquiries about the job or for an informal discussion should be directed to Dr Julia Kenny (julia.kenny@nhs.net).
Please note that we will only accept online applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- A postgraduate diploma in paediatrics or part 1 and part 2 (written) MRCPCH (UK).
- GMC registration and License to practice (or eligibility to obtain these).
Desirable
- Higher academic degree (MD or PhD).
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Proven record of experience in Paediatrics at ST1-3-level, ideally in paediatric infectious diseases/immunology, or equivalent.
- Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit, clinical risk management or service improvement.
Desirable
- Previous paediatric infectious diseases/immunology experience at ST4-8 level.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Child protection and paediatric life support training (APLS/EPLS or equivalent).
Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals.
- Evidence of original research
Personal Skills
Essential
- Capable of establishing good interpersonal relationships with patients and staff of all grades and able to work in a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- A postgraduate diploma in paediatrics or part 1 and part 2 (written) MRCPCH (UK).
- GMC registration and License to practice (or eligibility to obtain these).
Desirable
- Higher academic degree (MD or PhD).
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Proven record of experience in Paediatrics at ST1-3-level, ideally in paediatric infectious diseases/immunology, or equivalent.
- Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit, clinical risk management or service improvement.
Desirable
- Previous paediatric infectious diseases/immunology experience at ST4-8 level.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Child protection and paediatric life support training (APLS/EPLS or equivalent).
Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
Desirable
- Publications in peer review journals.
- Evidence of original research
Personal Skills
Essential
- Capable of establishing good interpersonal relationships with patients and staff of all grades and able to work in a team.
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).
