Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Gastroenterology

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Job summary

This is a non-grid training position in the Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition for a period of 12 months. The job is one of 4 registrar level responsibilities covering general gastroenterology and clinical nutrition.

The post holder will not be expected to contribute to the trustwide Hospital at Night rota but will contribute to the out of hours cover for the Gastroenterology / Hepatology rota which is covered from 0800 to 2000 7 days per week. Out of hours work would be paid in addition to the basic salary

Main duties of the job

The position complements 3 other registrars attached to the Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition (i.e. total of 4 registrars). The responsibility of the post is to be part of the inpatient and outpatient services provided by the department. This includes (on a rotational basis) (1) inpatient and outpatient care of gastroenterology patients, (2) nutrition support for the trust (working in conjunction with the Nutrition Support and Intestinal failure Team) and (3) referrals from within and outside the trust. The responsibilities will differ slightly depending on the rotation.

Normal working day consists of covering the department unit from 08.30 to 17.30. The successful candidate will undertake duties on the ward, in the outpatient clinics, requesting patient investigations with decision support. They are expected to cover other colleagues in their absence.

This job description may be reviewed from time to time in light of developments and may be amended in consultation with post holder. These are subject to change, as required by the needs of the service.

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.

Details

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£61,825 a year per anum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

284-25-7000673-DPBC

Job locations

Birmingham Childrens Hospital

Steelhouse lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH


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 and Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Medical Degree from a recognised University
  • A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies
  • Previous experience in Paediatrics

Desirable

  • Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
  • Experience in paediatric gastroenterology

Eligibility

Essential

  • Full GMC registration
  • Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice

Language skills

Essential

  • All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
  • Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting
Person Specification

Qualifications and Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Medical Degree from a recognised University
  • A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies
  • Previous experience in Paediatrics

Desirable

  • Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
  • Experience in paediatric gastroenterology

Eligibility

Essential

  • Full GMC registration
  • Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice

Language skills

Essential

  • All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
  • Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 Childrens Hospital

Steelhouse lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH


Employer's website

https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Childrens Hospital

Steelhouse lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH


Employer's website

https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead Gastroenterology

Ronald Bremner

ronald.bremner@nhs.net

01213338705

Details

Date posted

25 February 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£61,825 a year per anum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

284-25-7000673-DPBC

Job locations

Birmingham Childrens Hospital

Steelhouse lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH


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