Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a full time (10PA) locum consultant to join the existing team of 5 Consultant Paediatric Urologists and 1 Associate Specialist as part of the Urology Department, in the Sight & Sound Directorate at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust. This is a 10PA per week post. This position is a Locum appointment for a Fixed Term of 6 months with an on-call commitment of 1:7 (Optional). The post is initially for a 6 month fixed term, with a possibility to extend.
This post has arisen due to the current locum consultant going on maternity leave.
Applications from those only able to work part-time or wishing to job share will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will be managerially and professionally accountable to the Chief of Service for the Sight & Sound Directorate ( Mr Christopher Jephson). Clinically, the appointee will work to deliver the highest possible standards of care for patients within the urology unit. The appointee will be expected to:
Participate in the provision of a comprehensive tertiary level paediatric urological service including urological surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
To participate in clinical governance activities with the objective of ensuring a high standard of patient care
To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training of health care professionals
Undertake regular operating and outpatient sessions at GOSH and further develop the joint working strategy of the Unit with UCLH.
Delivery of high-quality clinical care is dependent on excellent teamwork. It is essential that the successful candidate aspires to the highest possible quality of care and is able to work harmoniously with all those contributing to the care of the patients. This will include staff of all disciplines within and outside of the urology department. An ability to communicate well with children and young people's parents' is essential.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments below
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments below
Person Specification
Our Always values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCS (Paediatric Surgery) or Equivalent
- Completion of specialty training (CST/CCT or equivalent including CESR) or within 6 months of achieving it in Paediatric Surgery
- 2-year Fellowship in Paediatric Urology or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent; FEAPU
- Formal teaching and management qualifications
- Experience in Urological management in Spinal Dysraphism / Urodynamics Assessments, Analysis and Reporting
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in paediatric urology including reconstructive surgery
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in paediatric urology
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
Desirable
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Person Specification
Our Always values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCS (Paediatric Surgery) or Equivalent
- Completion of specialty training (CST/CCT or equivalent including CESR) or within 6 months of achieving it in Paediatric Surgery
- 2-year Fellowship in Paediatric Urology or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent; FEAPU
- Formal teaching and management qualifications
- Experience in Urological management in Spinal Dysraphism / Urodynamics Assessments, Analysis and Reporting
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in paediatric urology including reconstructive surgery
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in paediatric urology
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
Desirable
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
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
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
