Job summary
These are replacement post/s. The remit of the postholder/s will be to work within the multidisciplinary team providing and further developing care for patients within the service. In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the Care Group while having a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff. It is envisaged that the appointee will contribute to the development and delivery of aspects of these services depending upon their interests and experience.
Main duties of the job
1.To develop competence in: Multidisciplinary management of paediatric intensive and high dependency care. Management of the critically unwell child with liver disease, head injury, multi trauma, paediatric surgery, neurosurgery & general paediatric critical careproblems. 2. To achieve skills in stabilisation of the critically sick or injured child, including safe intrafacility transfer.3. Assessing potential critical care patients elsewhere in the hospital.4. To manage telephone referrals, giving accurate advice, liaising with specialist teams as appropriate.5. To attain knowledge & experience of different ventilation strategies (including high frequency oscillation), the use of inotropes & renal replacement therapies.6. To attain experience in practical procedures including intubation, central line insertion.7. To attain a high level of understanding for systems within NHS and improve their communication skills through participation in multidisciplinary meetings and dailyinteractions with members of multidisciplinary teams.8. To jointly provide middle grade cover to the Critical Care Centre (Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Paediatric High Dependency Unit (PHDU) with 12 other middle grade doctors (13 in total).
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialistservices 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. being personcentred, 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 highlyprofessional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical fellows will be responsible for the day to day management of the unit.
There are two ward rounds per day; 08.30 for teaching and major management decisions and a business ward round at 16.00 16:30During this post there will be opportunities for the post holder to attend sessions in theatre for practice in intubation and line insertion. Time is allocated within the weekly rota for administration (including discharge summaries) and research.The post holder is expected to supervise the junior colleagues for practical procedures and teach the principles of ITU care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical fellows will be responsible for the day to day management of the unit.
There are two ward rounds per day; 08.30 for teaching and major management decisions and a business ward round at 16.00 16:30During this post there will be opportunities for the post holder to attend sessions in theatre for practice in intubation and line insertion. Time is allocated within the weekly rota for administration (including discharge summaries) and research.The post holder is expected to supervise the junior colleagues for practical procedures and teach the principles of ITU care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification. [MRCPCH] or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of PICU, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent
- Specialist training in PICU.
Research
Essential
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of PICU. Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of PICU services in a busy Teaching Hospital
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
7.Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
Desirable
- Demonstrate ability to lead change.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification. [MRCPCH] or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of PICU, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent
- Specialist training in PICU.
Research
Essential
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of PICU. Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of PICU services in a busy Teaching Hospital
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
7.Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
Desirable
- Demonstrate ability to lead change.
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)
