Job summary
This is a replacement post. The remit of the postholder/s 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.
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
Duties
Clinical: All aspects of documentation and care of medical and surgical patients, including private patients, under the supervision of specialist registrars and consultants.
Teaching: Assistance in conjunction with consultants, lecturers and specialist registrars with the teaching of undergraduates.
Research/Audit/Quality Improvement: Involvement in these areas will be encouraged.
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
1. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.
Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings.
Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes.
Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Group management team.
Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.
Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.
Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings.
Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes.
Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Group management team.
Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.
Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
Person Specification
1.Qualifications 2.Higher Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCPCH
Desirable
- Has passed MRCPCH Theory examinations (FOP/AKP/TAS).
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice.
Training
Essential
- Safeguarding level 3 training. Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice including: oGood clinical care oMaintaining good medical practice oGood relationships and communication with patients oGood working relationships with colleagues oGood teaching and training oProfessional behaviour and probity oDelivery of good acute clinical care oEligibility to work in the UK
5.Experience
Essential
Desirable
- At least 6 months' experience at SHO level in Paediatrics
Language
Essential
- English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: a)that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or b)have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7.5
9.Research
Essential
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of importance of audit & research and potential to contribute to development in paediatrics
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects . Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
Person Specification
1.Qualifications 2.Higher Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCPCH
Desirable
- Has passed MRCPCH Theory examinations (FOP/AKP/TAS).
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC/GDC with License to Practice.
Training
Essential
- Safeguarding level 3 training. Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice including: oGood clinical care oMaintaining good medical practice oGood relationships and communication with patients oGood working relationships with colleagues oGood teaching and training oProfessional behaviour and probity oDelivery of good acute clinical care oEligibility to work in the UK
5.Experience
Essential
Desirable
- At least 6 months' experience at SHO level in Paediatrics
Language
Essential
- English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: a)that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; or b)have the following scores in the academic international English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall 7.5
9.Research
Essential
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of importance of audit & research and potential to contribute to development in paediatrics
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects . 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)
