Job summary
We
are looking to recruit a post-CCT fellow to join the team from April 2025 for a
period of 12 months with the opportunity to extend further. This post will have
oncall responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested
in specialist training in paediatric hepatology. Please note this post is not
suitable for those wishing to undertake a medical training initiative (MTI)
training programme.
This
is an excellent opportunity for those interested in specialist training in
paediatric hepatology.
The
successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary team involved in running a
supra-regional Paediatric Hepatology, Hepatobiliary surgery, and Liver
Transplant service. Leeds is one of only 3 paediatric hepatology units within
the UK. The ward has 16 beds shared between hepatology and the regional renal
and renal transplant service. PICU and all other paediatric specialities are on
site. There are subspecialty clinics in metabolic liver disease, viral
hepatitis, fatty liver disease and adolescent and transitional care. Outreach
clinics are held throughout the North of England and Scotland.
The
team is led by five consultants of paediatric hepatologists together with
paediatric hepatobiliary and transplant surgeons. There are also two ST 6-8
doctors on the team, and in addition doctors at ST2 or ST3 level to support the
ward. The department also consist of a multi-disciplinary team with specialist
nurses, pharmacy, and deictic support.
Main duties of the job
This
is a post CCT fellow. The applicant must have general paediatric or paediatric
hepatology CCT or has applied for CCT. It is ideally suited to candidates
wishing to pursue a long-term career in paediatric hepatology.
The
daytime role will be based on the paediatric hepatology ward (L50). The post
holder will be involved in the day-to-day management of inpatients and take
part in outpatient clinics. The post holder will be the first point of contact
for supra regional referrals. There will be opportunities to further their
training in practical procedures such as therapeutic endoscopy and liver
biopsy. This will include gaining experience in management of patients with
acute liver failure, and those undergoing liver transplantation. The weekly
ward timetable includes close supervision by consultants and several
opportunities for clinical teaching. The post-holder will have the opportunity
to participate in medical audit and local/multi-centre research projects.
About us
The
Paediatric Hepatology Department in Leeds is a National Specialist Service for
the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of children who have a wide
range of acute and chronic liver disease, intrahepatic lesions and
complications of chronic liver disease (portal hypertension). The department is one of three national
centres for Paediatric Liver Transplant and has a close relationship with other
specialties at Leeds Childrens Hospital including gastroenterology, cardiology,
nephrology, haematology and oncology and rheumatology, for joint management of
multisystem disorders.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES
OF THE POST
This
role is suitable for applicants at ST6-8 or Post CCT candidates with experience
in paediatric hepatology. It is ideally suited to candidates wishing to work in
a large teaching hospital which provides many specialist services and is ideal
for anyone wishing to pursue a career in paediatrics.
The
daytime role will be primarily based on the paediatric hepatology ward (L50).
The post holder will be involved in the day-to-day management of inpatients and
take part in outpatient clinics. There will be opportunities to further their
training in practical procedures such as therapeutic endoscopy and liver
biopsy. This will include gaining experience in management of patients with
acute liver failure, and those undergoing liver transplantation. The weekly
ward timetable includes close supervision by consultants and several
opportunities for clinical teaching. The post-holder will have the opportunity
to participate in medical audit and local/multi-centre research projects.
LEVELS
OF RESPONSIBILITY
The
post holder will work at the level of ST6-8+.
TEACHING
AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
The
post holder should have at least 3 years post-graduate experience of general
paediatrics/paediatric hepatology. Six months of work experience in a
paediatric liver intensive care unit at registrar level is mandatory. We have a
very robust teaching programme that involves radiology meetings, grand rounds,
junior doctor seminar, paediatric MDT, safeguarding peer review, and journal
clubs on a weekly basis. We also have simulation programmes, governance
meetings monthly. The successful candidate will be encouraged to attend these
meetings.
We
also have year 4 medical student teaching sessions, when they are posted in
Paediatrics.
The
successful candidate will have a comprehensive induction programme and will be
assigned a supervisor to support them during their post.
PAEDIATRIC
LIVER SERVICE
Monday
AM
Grand
Ward Round / Radiology meeting / Transplant Meeting
Monday
PM
Hepatology
Clinic
Tuesday
AM
Annual
post-transplant assessments
Tuesday
PM
Psychosocial
Multidisciplinary meeting / Histology MDT or Audit / Research Meeting
Wednesday
AM
Registrar
ward round / Research patients
Wednesday
PM
Thursday
AM
GA
list / Transplant clinic
Thursday
PM
Clinic
Meeting
Friday
AM
Transition
/ NAFLD / Virology/ OP Clinics
Friday
PM
Ward
teaching / Journal club
There
will be a consultant led ward round every morning and evening, except Wednesday
morning. The ward and clinic service commitment will be shared between the
Registrars and Clinical Fellow so that each will have flexible sessions for
admin/private study/research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES
OF THE POST
This
role is suitable for applicants at ST6-8 or Post CCT candidates with experience
in paediatric hepatology. It is ideally suited to candidates wishing to work in
a large teaching hospital which provides many specialist services and is ideal
for anyone wishing to pursue a career in paediatrics.
The
daytime role will be primarily based on the paediatric hepatology ward (L50).
The post holder will be involved in the day-to-day management of inpatients and
take part in outpatient clinics. There will be opportunities to further their
training in practical procedures such as therapeutic endoscopy and liver
biopsy. This will include gaining experience in management of patients with
acute liver failure, and those undergoing liver transplantation. The weekly
ward timetable includes close supervision by consultants and several
opportunities for clinical teaching. The post-holder will have the opportunity
to participate in medical audit and local/multi-centre research projects.
LEVELS
OF RESPONSIBILITY
The
post holder will work at the level of ST6-8+.
TEACHING
AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
The
post holder should have at least 3 years post-graduate experience of general
paediatrics/paediatric hepatology. Six months of work experience in a
paediatric liver intensive care unit at registrar level is mandatory. We have a
very robust teaching programme that involves radiology meetings, grand rounds,
junior doctor seminar, paediatric MDT, safeguarding peer review, and journal
clubs on a weekly basis. We also have simulation programmes, governance
meetings monthly. The successful candidate will be encouraged to attend these
meetings.
We
also have year 4 medical student teaching sessions, when they are posted in
Paediatrics.
The
successful candidate will have a comprehensive induction programme and will be
assigned a supervisor to support them during their post.
PAEDIATRIC
LIVER SERVICE
Monday
AM
Grand
Ward Round / Radiology meeting / Transplant Meeting
Monday
PM
Hepatology
Clinic
Tuesday
AM
Annual
post-transplant assessments
Tuesday
PM
Psychosocial
Multidisciplinary meeting / Histology MDT or Audit / Research Meeting
Wednesday
AM
Registrar
ward round / Research patients
Wednesday
PM
Thursday
AM
GA
list / Transplant clinic
Thursday
PM
Clinic
Meeting
Friday
AM
Transition
/ NAFLD / Virology/ OP Clinics
Friday
PM
Ward
teaching / Journal club
There
will be a consultant led ward round every morning and evening, except Wednesday
morning. The ward and clinic service commitment will be shared between the
Registrars and Clinical Fellow so that each will have flexible sessions for
admin/private study/research.
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach Empathy & Sensitivity:
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Demonstrates respect for all Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Application form Interview / Selection centre References
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement
- Projects Capacity to work effectively with others
- Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty:
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of at least 36 months experience in Paediatric Medicine.
- Evidence of exposure to Safeguarding cases, and level 2 safeguarding training.
- Previous experience working at a Registrar level Ability to perform a safeguarding medical, level 3 safeguarding training.
Desirable
- Part 2 written MRCPCH and considering applying for clinical or equivalent post-graduation degree (MD, etc) Evidence of paediatric training (National Training Programme).
Qualifications
Essential
- Existing full registration with the GMC at time of application and hold a current licence to practice.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Evidence of at least 36 months experience in Paediatric Medicine Part 2 written MRCPCH and considering applying for clinical or equivalent post-graduation degree (MD, etc)
- Evidence of exposure to Safeguarding cases, and level 2 safeguarding training
- Demonstrates awareness of the basics of managing paediatric conditions, including emergencies and Ability to perform a safeguarding medical, level 3 safeguarding training
- Full MRCPCH
- Previous experience working at a Registrar level
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of appliying
- OR Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application .
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Communication Skills
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach Empathy & Sensitivity
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Demonstrates respect for all
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach Empathy & Sensitivity:
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people Demonstrates respect for all Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Application form Interview / Selection centre References
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement
- Projects Capacity to work effectively with others
- Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty:
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of at least 36 months experience in Paediatric Medicine.
- Evidence of exposure to Safeguarding cases, and level 2 safeguarding training.
- Previous experience working at a Registrar level Ability to perform a safeguarding medical, level 3 safeguarding training.
Desirable
- Part 2 written MRCPCH and considering applying for clinical or equivalent post-graduation degree (MD, etc) Evidence of paediatric training (National Training Programme).
Qualifications
Essential
- Existing full registration with the GMC at time of application and hold a current licence to practice.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Evidence of at least 36 months experience in Paediatric Medicine Part 2 written MRCPCH and considering applying for clinical or equivalent post-graduation degree (MD, etc)
- Evidence of exposure to Safeguarding cases, and level 2 safeguarding training
- Demonstrates awareness of the basics of managing paediatric conditions, including emergencies and Ability to perform a safeguarding medical, level 3 safeguarding training
- Full MRCPCH
- Previous experience working at a Registrar level
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of appliying
- OR Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application .
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Communication Skills
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach Empathy & Sensitivity
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Demonstrates respect for all
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).
