Job summary
This is a replacement post for Senior Clinical Fellow in neonatology. The remit of the post holders will be to work within the multi-disciplinary 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.
This post is particularly suited to experienced neonatal registrars with substantial exposure to tertiary-level neonatal intensive care. The appointee will contribute senior clinical decision-making, support supervision of junior trainees and participate in the care of extremely preterm infants and babies with complex medical and surgical conditions within a Level 3 NICU.
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
This post will be based at Denmark Hill Site and it is suitable for an experienced neonatal registrar (ST6-8 or equivalent) with MRCPCH or equivalent and substantial experience in a Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit in the UK. The post holder should be confident managing critically unwell neonates, including extremely preterm infants and babies with complex respiratory, haemodynamic and surgical needs, and contributing to senior clinical decision-making within a multidisciplinary team. Opportunities to undertake research under the supervision of Professor Greenough and her team may also arise for interested candidates.
The objectives of this post in neonatology include the development of:
Understanding of the monitoring and management of respiratory support in neonates.
Competence in the practical procedures required in critical ill neonates
Competence in the management of fluid and nutritional support for critically ill neonates.
Experience in dealing with the relatives of neonates with chronic illness.
Competence in the resuscitation of term and preterm infants.
Competence in the assessment of the normal newborn infant and of common minor problems.
Provision of appropriate support for junior members of the medical team
Leadership skills
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 specialist services across its five sites. The Trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All employees are expected to undertake work on any of the Trusts sites as required by the service. As an employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to these responsibilities is the following: -
The provision of a first class clinical service.
Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty.
Sustaining and developing teaching and research in conjunction with Kings College London / KHP.
Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies.
Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts service plans.
Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Care Group or the Trust.
All employees are expected to undertake work on any of the Trusts sites as required by the service. As an employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to these responsibilities is the following: -
The provision of a first class clinical service.
Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty.
Sustaining and developing teaching and research in conjunction with Kings College London / KHP.
Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies.
Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts service plans.
Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Care Group or the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All employees are expected to undertake work on any of the Trusts sites as required by the service. As an employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to these responsibilities is the following: -
The provision of a first class clinical service.
Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty.
Sustaining and developing teaching and research in conjunction with Kings College London / KHP.
Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies.
Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts service plans.
Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Care Group or the Trust.
All employees are expected to undertake work on any of the Trusts sites as required by the service. As an employee of the Trust you will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to these responsibilities is the following: -
The provision of a first class clinical service.
Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty.
Sustaining and developing teaching and research in conjunction with Kings College London / KHP.
Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies.
Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts service plans.
Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Care Group or the Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
- Registrable medical qualification
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with license to practice
- Eligible to work in the UK
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD)
- CESR pathway experience
- On UK Specialist register or close CCT
Teaching and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 36 months' experience in Paediatrics, including2, 4
- At least 18-24 months working at registrar level in Neonatology
- At least 12 months' experience working in a level 3 NICU the UK2, 4
Desirable
- Successful completion of APLS, NLS or equivalent
- Previous middle grade neonatal intensive care experience in a tertiary surgical or cardiac centre in the UK
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Management course and / or qualification.
- Understanding of NHS management and resources
Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change
Desirable
- Evidence of active participation in audit and Quality improvement projects
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 Paediatrics and/or neonatology e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, presentations)
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
- Registrable medical qualification
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with license to practice
- Eligible to work in the UK
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD)
- CESR pathway experience
- On UK Specialist register or close CCT
Teaching and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 36 months' experience in Paediatrics, including2, 4
- At least 18-24 months working at registrar level in Neonatology
- At least 12 months' experience working in a level 3 NICU the UK2, 4
Desirable
- Successful completion of APLS, NLS or equivalent
- Previous middle grade neonatal intensive care experience in a tertiary surgical or cardiac centre in the UK
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Management course and / or qualification.
- Understanding of NHS management and resources
Audit & quality improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change
Desirable
- Evidence of active participation in audit and Quality improvement projects
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 Paediatrics and/or neonatology e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, presentations)
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
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)
