Job summary
This post is suitable for candidates with previous Paediatric and neonatal experience in level 2 and 3 neonatal unit interested in gaining advancing their paediatric training and in gaining further Neonatal and Paediatrics experience. Please also see table below. UK NHS experience is essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include:
o Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work.
o Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or postnatal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors.
o Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics.
o Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students.
o Taking an active part in the department's education programme.
o Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post.
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 post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include:
Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work.
Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or postnatal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors.
Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics.
Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students.
Taking an active part in the departments education programme.
Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include:
Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work.
Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or postnatal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors.
Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics.
Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students.
Taking an active part in the departments education programme.
Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Higher Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification. [MRCP] or equivalent.
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of [*******], culminating in award of CCT or equivalent.
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Management course and / or qualification.
Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
Research
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of [*******].
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
Desirable
- Teaching skills course / qualification.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Higher Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification. [MRCP] or equivalent.
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of [*******], culminating in award of CCT or equivalent.
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Management course and / or qualification.
Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
Research
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of [*******].
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
Desirable
- Teaching skills course / qualification.
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).
