Job summary
Senior Clinical Fellows (ST4 - ST7 Equivalent)
in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
with 20% optional "Special Interest Project" in Education OR Quality Improvement
We are looking for two Senior Clinical Fellows in PEM, at middle grade level or above (see person specification), to help take the department forward. The fellowships will provide a fantastic opportunity to realise a project that will help bring about change while providing an excellent opportunity to train in PEM at a hospital that looks after a diverse population, including many children with complex needs.
20% of hours within the job plan for this posts will be available to work on and deliver world class, high level projects within the post holders' chosen fields.
Main duties of the job
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITY
The post-holders will be an integral part of the clinical team and will carry out the following duties:
- Reception, examination, diagnosis, resuscitation, treatment and management of patients in the Emergency Department until appropriate transfer to inpatient facility or discharge home
- Supervision of more junior medical staff in the Emergency Department
- Participation in the Trust Major Incident Procedure
- Participation in delivering teaching to undergraduate students attached to the Department
- Attendance at departmental meetings as appropriate
- Participation in annual NHS appraisal
- You will complete and present your project nationally or locally
Please refer to the attached job description for further information.
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Success in one of the following: oMRCPCH oMCEM oMRCP oEquivalent qualification (eg FRACP)
Eligibility
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by the time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
- By the time of appointment, achievement of one of the following or equivalent; oLevel 1 training competences in Paediatrics. oCT1, CT2 & CT3 Acute Common Care Stem (ACCS) Emergency Medicine (EM) competences at Core Trainee level oEvidence of 36 months training at CT1, CT2 and CT3 level in the specialties that make up the ACCS and CT3 EM programme, but must include a minimum of 6 months in EM and a minimum of 3 months in specialties other than EM. If musculoskeletal has not been completed then a minimum of 9 months EM is required.
Experience
Essential
- At least 24 months experience in Paediatrics,
- At least 36 months experience in ACCS and CT3 specialties
- Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of period of training
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
Desirable
- At least 3 months experience in Paediatrics for EM/ACCS-trained applicants
- At least 3 month's experience in EM for paediatric-trained applicants
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Up-to-date APLS/EPALS Out of hours experience relevant to the job
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
Desirable
- APLS/EPALS instructor ATLS/ETC provider
- Has completed personal audits
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Success in one of the following: oMRCPCH oMCEM oMRCP oEquivalent qualification (eg FRACP)
Eligibility
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by the time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
- By the time of appointment, achievement of one of the following or equivalent; oLevel 1 training competences in Paediatrics. oCT1, CT2 & CT3 Acute Common Care Stem (ACCS) Emergency Medicine (EM) competences at Core Trainee level oEvidence of 36 months training at CT1, CT2 and CT3 level in the specialties that make up the ACCS and CT3 EM programme, but must include a minimum of 6 months in EM and a minimum of 3 months in specialties other than EM. If musculoskeletal has not been completed then a minimum of 9 months EM is required.
Experience
Essential
- At least 24 months experience in Paediatrics,
- At least 36 months experience in ACCS and CT3 specialties
- Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of period of training
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
Desirable
- At least 3 months experience in Paediatrics for EM/ACCS-trained applicants
- At least 3 month's experience in EM for paediatric-trained applicants
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Up-to-date APLS/EPALS Out of hours experience relevant to the job
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk
Desirable
- APLS/EPALS instructor ATLS/ETC provider
- Has completed personal audits
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
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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