Job summary
We are inviting applications to recruit to a locum consultant post in Neonatology. They will be joining a pro-active team with an excellent clinical reputation in providing a range of Neonatal services. The consultant team delivers a high quality service and use their knowledge and experience to lead and influence the development of neonatal services within Barts Health.We are looking for applicants who can lead and develop innovative models of care which benefit the infants and their family. We anticipate that the successful applicants to be part of a strong team and complement the team in delivering high quality care to an extremely vulnerable group of patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
The post is primarily based on the NICU with occasional cross cover of the Neonatal Transfer service. The pan London Neonatal Transfer Service is based at the Royal London providing both emergency and elective transfers within London and the South East.
You will be employed by Barts Health NHS Trust and will be based at The Royal London Hospital and will be working towards eight programmed activities.
For informal discussions and enquiries please contact:Dr Vadivelam Murthy (Divisional Director) (v.murthy@nhs.net)Dr Anup Kage (Lead Clinician) (anup.kage@nhs.net)
Neonatal Secretary: 02035940541
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Evidence of basic management skills
- Formal management training
Desirable
- Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in multidisciplinary audit
- Understanding of Clinical Governance issues
- Undertaking Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Research
Desirable
- Experience of research activity
- Evidence of original work as demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals
- Presentation to learned societies
Personal and Staff development
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team
- Ability to work in a multiethnic and multicultural environment
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Evidence of commitment to continuing personal development
Desirable
- Evidence of drive, enthusiasm, and a flexible approach
Special interest
Desirable
- A special interest e.g. in neonatal neurology or respiratory medicine
Communication
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Specific requirement
Essential
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Management and administrative experience
Essential
- Evidence of basic management skills
- Formal management training
Desirable
- Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in multidisciplinary audit
- Understanding of Clinical Governance issues
- Undertaking Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Research
Desirable
- Experience of research activity
- Evidence of original work as demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals
- Presentation to learned societies
Personal and Staff development
Essential
- Ability to work well in a team
- Ability to work in a multiethnic and multicultural environment
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Evidence of commitment to continuing personal development
Desirable
- Evidence of drive, enthusiasm, and a flexible approach
Special interest
Desirable
- A special interest e.g. in neonatal neurology or respiratory medicine
Communication
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Specific requirement
Essential
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
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).
