Specialist Grade Doctor in Community Child Health and Neurodisability

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Specialist Grade Doctor Child Development Centre, Hillingdon Hospital site

Permanent, 10 PAs with 2 SPAs

We are seeking a Specialist Grade Doctor in Community Child Health and Neurodisability.

You will be joining an enthusiastic, friendly and dynamic Team, who are open to change and innovation. The job is based at the Child Development centre on the Hillingdon Hospital site. This role combines the competencies of neurodevelopmental paediatrics and child protection.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop further experience in Community Paediatrics. The post holder is expected to work independently, and supervision and support will be provided. The post holder will have the opportunity to lead on their own special interests that complement other interests in the department.

Applicants must have at least 4 years experience in Paediatrics, and be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC), UK.

Applicants wishing to work less than full-time will be considered.

This post attracts a generous Study Budget and a range of lifestyle benefits, such as staff discounts, cycle to work scheme and discount on the purchase and leasing of new cars.

Further information and to arrange a site visit:Dr Ahmed Ahmed,Clinical Lead, Community Child Health and NeurodisabilityEmail Address: Ahmed.Ahmed@nhs.netSecretary: Nirmala Mothe, Tel No. 01895 488788Email Address : Nirmala.Mothe2@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

The post holder is expected to be autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will be a GMC registered with at least 4 years post graduate training including training and experience in paediatrics, and being able to demonstrate specific skills to work in community paediatric service. The post holder will be part of a dynamic and experienced community paediatric team which provides a full range of community paediatric services in children 0-19 years of age. The post holder will be expected to have experience in a wide range of community paediatrics. The post holder will have competence in assessment, diagnosis and management in child development, disability, behavioural, social and educational paediatrics. The post holder will work closely with other paediatric colleagues to provide safeguarding, (including child protection and Looked after children) and neuro disability services. The level of responsibility and delegated duties will depend on previous experience, and the post holder will have a supervising Consultant Paediatrician. The postholder will be accountable to the Lead Clinician and Clinical Director.

This post is a full time post with 10 Programmed Activities with 2 SPAs. Applicants wishing to work less than full time can also apply for this post. This postholder will be based at the Child Development Centre,Woodland centre, Hillingdon Hospital.

About us

CNWL is a nationally leading NHS Foundation Trust providing Mental Health, Community Health and Child Health Services across London and the South East of England.

Over the last few years our catchment area has grown significantly, making the Trust's population more diverse than ever. The area spans the communities of London, Milton Keynes and wider geographical areas of Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire. There are areas of great affluence as well as deprivation, and there are over 100 first-languages spoken in these communities.

We were authorised as a Foundation Trust on 1 May 2007.

The Trust is organised in to three Divisions: Jameson, Goodall and Diggory. Goodall Division is responsible for the delivery of Mental Health and community Learning Disability services in Hillingdon, as well as all CNWL's specialist rehabilitation provision and CAMHS provision in NW London. We also deliver community physical health services in a number of boroughs in NW London, including Hillingdon Harrow, Ealing andneighbouring System of North Central London.

Our staff play a fundamental role in our delivery of excellent outcomes and excellent patient experience, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.

www.cnwl.nhs.uk

Date posted

22 November 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£93,666 to £126,281 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

333-G-HC-SG-0001

Job locations

Child Development Centre, Woodland Centre

Hillingdon Hospital

UB8 3NN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working within a multidisciplinary team in child development centre assessment and follow up care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and comorbidities.

Delivering Paediatric clinics in local special schools within Hillingdon.

EHCP assessment clinics and looked after children clinics.

Covering for Child protection medical assessments (excluding sexual abuse) 9:00 5:00 service.

Accurate and timely documentation of clinic consultations and care plan.

To work to the agreed job plan and provide safe effective service and achieve departmental KPIs.

Act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working within a multidisciplinary team in child development centre assessment and follow up care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and comorbidities.

Delivering Paediatric clinics in local special schools within Hillingdon.

EHCP assessment clinics and looked after children clinics.

Covering for Child protection medical assessments (excluding sexual abuse) 9:00 5:00 service.

Accurate and timely documentation of clinic consultations and care plan.

To work to the agreed job plan and provide safe effective service and achieve departmental KPIs.

Act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
Full GMC Registration with a license to practice

Desirable

MRCPCH or equivalent
Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or other higher Degree.
DCH, DCCH, MBA or other relevant diplomas

Training

Essential

6 years postgraduate training or equivalent, including 4 years in Paediatrics (or demonstrate equivalent experience and competences)

Desirable

Experience in Community Paediatrics
Experience / Training in developmental assessments
Experience in other areas related to child health, such as general practice, mental health

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
Full GMC Registration with a license to practice

Desirable

MRCPCH or equivalent
Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or other higher Degree.
DCH, DCCH, MBA or other relevant diplomas

Training

Essential

6 years postgraduate training or equivalent, including 4 years in Paediatrics (or demonstrate equivalent experience and competences)

Desirable

Experience in Community Paediatrics
Experience / Training in developmental assessments
Experience in other areas related to child health, such as general practice, mental health

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.

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