Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Clinical Fellow to join our Paediatric Hepatology, Gastroenterology and Nutrition team at King's College Hospital to start on 2nd March 2026. The successful candidate will form part of the Middle Grade Rota .
The Paediatric Hepatology, Gastroenterology and Nutrition Team Liver Service at King's College Hospital has been a supra-regional tertiary referral centre since 1986 and is the largest in the UK. Over 300 new patients with liver disease are seen each year. 2,000 patients are seen in outpatient clinic and approximately 50 liver transplants are performed each year. Academically, the Paediatric Hepatology, Gastroenterology and Nutrition Service is part of the Division of Hepatology and Transplantation, KCL School of Medicine.
This post offers excellent experience in a supra-regional service for paediatric hepatology, complex hepatobiliary surgery, fulminant liver failure, liver transplantation and small bowel transplantation. This unit provides a comprehensive service for all hepatobiliary disorders in infancy and childhood. The unit is the largest in the U.K and enjoys a national and international reputation for research. This post is suitable for someone who has or wants to have an experience of a paediatric subspecialty and tertiary care facilities.
Main duties of the job
Clinical:
To supervise Senior House Officers and to work with Specialist Registrars performing day to day care of the liver patients in Rays of Sunshine Ward, Day Case Unit and Outpatient clinics.
To maintain high quality communication both spoken and written with patients, parents, GP's and referring consultants
All aspects of documentation and care of paediatric hepatology inpatients.
Attendance on consultant led ward rounds.
OnCall middle grade resident rota 1 in 10
Teaching:
Assistance in conjunction with specialist registrars/consultants with the teaching of undergraduate medical students.
Research/Audit:
Involvement in the research interests of the department and audit will be encouraged.
Administration:
Responsible for the day to day management of the junior doctors.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The objectives of the post include
1. developing understanding of all aspects of assessment and management of children presenting with acute and chornic liver disease, liver tumors and metabolic liver disease
2. developing administrative skills in dealing with colleagues in respect to appropriate service cover
3. opportunity to attend appropriate courses
4. introduction to middle grade paediatric responsibilities in a supportive environment in preparation for a SpR training programme/paediatric subspeciality training
The post holder will be expected to attend and contribute to the weekly research meeting, two postgraduate teaching sessions, histology review and Gastroenterology MDT meetings. There is also a weekly lecture given by external speakers in aspects of hepatology and a clinical Grand Round in the Institute of Liver Studies
Job description
Job responsibilities
The objectives of the post include
1. developing understanding of all aspects of assessment and management of children presenting with acute and chornic liver disease, liver tumors and metabolic liver disease
2. developing administrative skills in dealing with colleagues in respect to appropriate service cover
3. opportunity to attend appropriate courses
4. introduction to middle grade paediatric responsibilities in a supportive environment in preparation for a SpR training programme/paediatric subspeciality training
The post holder will be expected to attend and contribute to the weekly research meeting, two postgraduate teaching sessions, histology review and Gastroenterology MDT meetings. There is also a weekly lecture given by external speakers in aspects of hepatology and a clinical Grand Round in the Institute of Liver Studies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- MB BS or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP/MRCPCH or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years paediatric experience
Desirable
- Sub-speciality experience PALS or APLS
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge ,IT skills and Evidence of teaching experience
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical governance and evidence based medicine ,Research experience, presentations and breadth of experience
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Specified procedures as cited in the RCPCH Guidelines
- Competent to work without direct supervision according to level of competence
Desirable
- Enthusiastic approach to learning practical procedures
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise and organise self and juniors ,Understanding of multi disciplinary nature of the paediatric hepatology service
- Evidence of participation in audit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration
- MB BS or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP/MRCPCH or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years paediatric experience
Desirable
- Sub-speciality experience PALS or APLS
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge ,IT skills and Evidence of teaching experience
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical governance and evidence based medicine ,Research experience, presentations and breadth of experience
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Specified procedures as cited in the RCPCH Guidelines
- Competent to work without direct supervision according to level of competence
Desirable
- Enthusiastic approach to learning practical procedures
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise and organise self and juniors ,Understanding of multi disciplinary nature of the paediatric hepatology service
- Evidence of participation in audit
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).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
