Job summary
The Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology at The Royal London is seeking to appoint a locum consultant for 12 months to cover maternity leave. The post holder would gain invaluable experience working in one of London's largest and busiest tertiary Paediatric
Gastroenterology departments, treating children with a wide range of conditions.
The Paediatric Gastroenterology department based at The Royal London Hospital is one of the largest in London, providing full in-patient and out-patient secondary and tertiary service to investigate and treat a multitude of gastrointestinal disorders. We have a dedicated 12 bedded ward for inpatients. Endoscopy occurs in a dedicated unit with nursing and anaesthetic support from paediatric theatres and adult Endoscopy
The multidisciplinary team includes 5 consultants. Prof Nick Croft (head of research), Dr. Ahmed Kadir (clinical lead), Dr. Sandhia Naik, Dr. Protima Deb, Dr. Dan Crespi and Dr. Roxana Mardare, 5 trainees ( 1 GRID, 1 reg with special interest in gastro and 3 ST2 -3 ), 2 Intestinal Failure Nurses , 2 IBD Nurses , 1 Enteral Nutrition Nurse , 1 full time dietician and 3 part time dietitians and a Parenteral Nutrition (PN) Pharmacist.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to provide high quality, expert care for all children and adolescents with GI/Nutritional or Hepatological conditions, both acute and chronic. They will become an integral part of the Paediatric Gastroenterology service at The Royal London Hospital and provide both local care for the patients of Tower Hamlets plus tertiary care for patients across North East London and West Essex. They will provide leadership for the wider MDT and help guide service development and growth to address the needs of their patients. The service is also a recognised teaching department and the post holder will be expected to actively participate in teaching junior staff.
About us
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 where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
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
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Paediatric CCT with gastro subspeciality
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- As part of recognised training programme 3 years st6-8 or equivalent paediatric gastro incl 6 months Hepatology and achieved competencies as per RCPCH framework
Skills
Essential
- Endoscopy and ileocolonoscopy
- Jag accreditation for Upper Endoscopy
Desirable
- Jag accreditation for Ileocolonoscopy
- Interventional Endoscopy
Personal and people development
Essential
- Portfolio evidence of annual assessments through level1-3 training demonstrating no concerns with personal development
Communication
Essential
- Level required for explanation to parents and patients and team members - clinical , safeguarding and bereavement counselling
Specific requirements
Essential
- OOH 1 on 4 on call with cover .
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Paediatric CCT with gastro subspeciality
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- As part of recognised training programme 3 years st6-8 or equivalent paediatric gastro incl 6 months Hepatology and achieved competencies as per RCPCH framework
Skills
Essential
- Endoscopy and ileocolonoscopy
- Jag accreditation for Upper Endoscopy
Desirable
- Jag accreditation for Ileocolonoscopy
- Interventional Endoscopy
Personal and people development
Essential
- Portfolio evidence of annual assessments through level1-3 training demonstrating no concerns with personal development
Communication
Essential
- Level required for explanation to parents and patients and team members - clinical , safeguarding and bereavement counselling
Specific requirements
Essential
- OOH 1 on 4 on call with cover .
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).
