Job summary
CLINICAL
FELLOW IN PAEDIATRIC CARDIAC ANAESTHESIA LEEDS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL
Applications
are invited for a clinical fellow post, to complete advanced training in
paediatric cardiac anaesthesia, at the Leeds Childrens Hospital, which is part
of Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust. This post will commence 4th of February
2026, for a period of 12 months. The post will provide comprehensive training
in all aspects of paediatric cardiac anaesthesia apart, from paediatric cardiac
transplant anaesthesia.
The
successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and dynamic paediatric
anaesthetic team consisting of 22 paediatric anaesthetists, 6 paediatric
cardiac anaesthetists and 10 PICU consultants.
This
post would suit candidates who have completed their advanced training in
paediatric or cardiac anaesthesia (or equivalent) as per the Royal College of
Anaesthetists current curriculum. As this post is funded by the NHS, priority
will be given to candidates who, after completing this post, could commence a
consultant post in tertiary paediatric cardiac anaesthesia in the UK.
Candidates
must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to
practice by the intended start date.
Prospective
applicants wishing to discuss the post further and/or arrange an informal visit
may do so by contacting Dr Carol Bodlani or Dr Wendy Lim, Clinical Supervisors
in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia, via Anaesthetic team on 0113 3926672.
Main duties of the job
To work with paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic colleagues in the provision of a comprehensive paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic service in the Leeds Children's Hospitals. To develop or consolidate expertise in
paediatric cardiac anaesthesia and fulfil all requirements for advanced
training in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia. To maintain and contribute to the
teaching and research activities, already established within the Trust. To support service plans for the
specialty, taking account of the changes in clinical practice and new
technologies available. To participate in and progress clinical
governance
The
post is for one year and can be tailored to previous experience, but the
majority of time will be spent in paediatric cardiac theatres with a proportion
of the time in the cardiology interventional lab and cardiac MRI. Other modules
would include dedicated time with perfusion (2 weeks), transthoracic
echo/transoesophageal echo (1 month with cardiologists and sonographers),
Research/QI/Audits and congenital cardiac education in the form of monthly CCAN
formal teaching and involvement in departmental/PICU SIM training. Time on PICU
can be arranged depending on the needs of the individual. This post will have
an out of hours banding supplement. Shift patterns are normal and long days,
nights as well as some weekend commitments. The shift pattern in currently 1:8
and the out of normal working hours work commitments will be on the general
paediatric registrar rota.
About us
Leeds
has one of the largest Childrens Hospitals in the country, delivering surgical
procedures to over 12 000 children per year, including approximately 300
neonates. The trust delivers around 500 congenital cardiac operations per year. Leeds congenital unit is the second largest
unit in the UK for interventional cardiology procedures, with around 600
congenital, 100 electrophysiology and 50 pacing procedures per year. It
provides paediatric cardiac anaesthesia services for patients from the local
population as well as, a very large tertiary referral area. Other specialist
paediatric services in Leeds include laparoscopic and robotic surgery, airway
surgery, liver and renal transplant, neurosurgery, and major plastic
reconstructive surgery. The trust is also a paediatric major trauma centre with
a 16 bed PICU, a 6 bed HDU and a tertiary NICU.
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
This
post is designed to provide advanced sub-specialty training in paediatric
cardiac anaesthesia.
The
post would be suitable for those wanting to specialise in paediatric cardiac
anaesthesia and it will provide extensive training and experience in this
sub-specialty. It will also give significant opportunities for clinical audit
and research.
The
post is for one year and can be tailored to previous experience but the
majority of time will be spent in paediatric cardiac theatres with a proportion
of the time in the cardiology interventional lab and cardiac MRI.
Other
modules would include dedicated time with perfusion (2
weeks),
transthoracic echo/transoesophageal echo
(1 month with cardiologists and sonographers),
Research/QI/Audits and congenital cardiac education in the form of monthly CCAN
formal teaching and involvement in departmental/PICU SIM training. Time on PICU
can be arranged depending on the needs of the individual.
This
post will have an out of hours banding supplement. Shift patterns are normal
and long days, nights as well as some weekend commitments. The shift pattern in
currently 1:8 and the out of normal working hours work commitments will be on
the general paediatric registrar rota.
Daytime work/training will be in paediatric cardiac theatres and other
cardiac areas.
OBJECTIVES
OF THE POST
1. To work with paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic colleagues in the provision of a comprehensive paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic service in the Leeds Childrens Hospitals.
2. To develop or consolidate expertise in
paediatric cardiac anaesthesia and fulfil all requirements for advanced
training in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia.
3. To maintain and contribute to the
teaching and research activities, already established within the Trust.
4. To support service plans for the
specialty, taking account of the changes in clinical practice and new
technologies available.
5. To participate in and progress clinical
governance.
This
is a clinical, as well as an academic post and hence the appointee will be
expected to actively participate in research projects. Access to paper based as
well as electronic publications is available in the hospital library and within
the anaesthetic department. The involvement of trainees in research is
encouraged and supervision is provided. PC access and other I.T. support is
also available.
For
more information, please see the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
post is designed to provide advanced sub-specialty training in paediatric
cardiac anaesthesia.
The
post would be suitable for those wanting to specialise in paediatric cardiac
anaesthesia and it will provide extensive training and experience in this
sub-specialty. It will also give significant opportunities for clinical audit
and research.
The
post is for one year and can be tailored to previous experience but the
majority of time will be spent in paediatric cardiac theatres with a proportion
of the time in the cardiology interventional lab and cardiac MRI.
Other
modules would include dedicated time with perfusion (2
weeks),
transthoracic echo/transoesophageal echo
(1 month with cardiologists and sonographers),
Research/QI/Audits and congenital cardiac education in the form of monthly CCAN
formal teaching and involvement in departmental/PICU SIM training. Time on PICU
can be arranged depending on the needs of the individual.
This
post will have an out of hours banding supplement. Shift patterns are normal
and long days, nights as well as some weekend commitments. The shift pattern in
currently 1:8 and the out of normal working hours work commitments will be on
the general paediatric registrar rota.
Daytime work/training will be in paediatric cardiac theatres and other
cardiac areas.
OBJECTIVES
OF THE POST
1. To work with paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic colleagues in the provision of a comprehensive paediatric cardiac
anaesthetic service in the Leeds Childrens Hospitals.
2. To develop or consolidate expertise in
paediatric cardiac anaesthesia and fulfil all requirements for advanced
training in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia.
3. To maintain and contribute to the
teaching and research activities, already established within the Trust.
4. To support service plans for the
specialty, taking account of the changes in clinical practice and new
technologies available.
5. To participate in and progress clinical
governance.
This
is a clinical, as well as an academic post and hence the appointee will be
expected to actively participate in research projects. Access to paper based as
well as electronic publications is available in the hospital library and within
the anaesthetic department. The involvement of trainees in research is
encouraged and supervision is provided. PC access and other I.T. support is
also available.
For
more information, please see the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Basic Medical Qualification
- FRCA (or equivalent)
- ST6+
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- Medically fit to fulfil ALL aspects of the post, and to be able to respond quickly to emergencies, as necessary.
- Full GMC Registration
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues demonstrated by one of the following
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
- OR achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic IELTS in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- An overall minimum score of 7.5) OR achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the OET in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills
Desirable
- CCT or equivalent in Anaesthesia
- 6 months from CCT at time of application
Experience
Essential
- Has at least 7 years experience in anaesthesia and have completed at least 6-12 months advanced training (or equivalent) in either Paediatric or Cardiac Anaesthesia.
- Must be able to demonstrate a good level of clinical experience and competence in anaesthesia.
- Must have completed higher Paediatric Anaesthesia Training Module. Experience of providing anaesthesia for children.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the principles of evidence-based medicine.
- Experience of training and teaching medical students and postgraduate doctors in small and large groups
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit. Knowledge of the audit process.
- Experience of training and teaching medical students and postgraduate doctors in small and large groups
- Well-organised, good time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to relate to colleagues and work within a team
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the principles of evidence-based medicine
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
- Knowledge of the audit process.
Desirable
- Has completed a recognised training programme in anaesthesia Demonstrates commitment to training in paediatric or cardiac anaesthesia.
- As this post is funded by the NHS, priority will be given to candidates who, after completing this post, could commence a consultant post in Tertiary Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia in the UK
- Previous experience of research
- APLS or APLS instructor Attendance at an alternative workshop on teaching and training techniques.
- Completion of Quality improvement project
Other Requirements
Essential
- Well-organised, good time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to relate to colleagues and work within a team
- Professional Integrity: Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Capacity to take responsibility for own actions
- Attendance at Leadership development course
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Basic Medical Qualification
- FRCA (or equivalent)
- ST6+
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- Medically fit to fulfil ALL aspects of the post, and to be able to respond quickly to emergencies, as necessary.
- Full GMC Registration
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues demonstrated by one of the following
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
- OR achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic IELTS in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- An overall minimum score of 7.5) OR achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the OET in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills
Desirable
- CCT or equivalent in Anaesthesia
- 6 months from CCT at time of application
Experience
Essential
- Has at least 7 years experience in anaesthesia and have completed at least 6-12 months advanced training (or equivalent) in either Paediatric or Cardiac Anaesthesia.
- Must be able to demonstrate a good level of clinical experience and competence in anaesthesia.
- Must have completed higher Paediatric Anaesthesia Training Module. Experience of providing anaesthesia for children.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the principles of evidence-based medicine.
- Experience of training and teaching medical students and postgraduate doctors in small and large groups
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit. Knowledge of the audit process.
- Experience of training and teaching medical students and postgraduate doctors in small and large groups
- Well-organised, good time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to relate to colleagues and work within a team
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the principles of evidence-based medicine
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
- Knowledge of the audit process.
Desirable
- Has completed a recognised training programme in anaesthesia Demonstrates commitment to training in paediatric or cardiac anaesthesia.
- As this post is funded by the NHS, priority will be given to candidates who, after completing this post, could commence a consultant post in Tertiary Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia in the UK
- Previous experience of research
- APLS or APLS instructor Attendance at an alternative workshop on teaching and training techniques.
- Completion of Quality improvement project
Other Requirements
Essential
- Well-organised, good time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to relate to colleagues and work within a team
- Professional Integrity: Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Capacity to take responsibility for own actions
- Attendance at Leadership development course
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).
