Job summary
This is a 12 month fixed term post for general paediatrics and neonates based at Warrington Hospital. The post is at tier 1 junior doctor grade and will work with other 8 doctors in tier 1 Rota. The duties of this post holder will include seeing paediatric patients referred to Paediatric assessment unit (PAU) from A&E and primary care, management of paediatric inpatients both on the Paediatric ward and on PAU, reviewing newborn babies on the postnatal ward (including NIPE examination) and attending high-risk deliveries.
The junior paediatricians do not have responsibilities on the neonatal unit but support the on-call team during admissions and emergencies.
The post is suitable for general paediatric training for a career in paediatrics, general practice or emergency medicine.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work as part of the ST1-2 rota (1:9, full shift) and will participate in the on-call rota for general paediatrics and neonatology. The appointee will form an integral part of the Paediatrics clinical rota through the provision of medical cover on the Paediatric wards and Neonatal unit. In addition, the successful applicant will be involved with the admission and assessment of Paediatric emergencies. There will be a middle grade specialty trainee to support tier 1 team. The consultant do resident evening hours and weekend/bank holidays day hrs followed by on-call non-resident hrs. The appointee will be expected to undertake regular ward rounds and seek senior advice when deemed appropriate. The doctor will be expected to contribute to the regular teaching programmes timetabled for postgraduates as well as the undergraduates.
Child Protection work may arise out of hours, and the post holder will be expected to follow local guidelines. There will be a requirement to cooperate with all levels of management namely at CBU and senior management level.
ST1-2 rota (1:9, full shift) and will participate in the on-call rota for general paediatrics and neonatology.
About us
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff. We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn.
Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system. Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs.
Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs.
A CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019.
We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as part of the ST1-2 rota in general paediatrics and neonatology. The doctor will form an integral part of the Paediatrics clinical rota through the provision of medical cover on the Paediatric wards and Neonatal unit. In addition, the successful applicant will be involved with the admission and assessment of Paediatric emergencies. There will be a middle grade specialty trainee to support tier 1 team. All the consultants do resident evening hours, and weekend/bank holidays day hrs followed by on-call non-resident hrs. The appointee will be expected to undertake regular ward rounds and seek senior advice when deemed appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as part of the ST1-2 rota in general paediatrics and neonatology. The doctor will form an integral part of the Paediatrics clinical rota through the provision of medical cover on the Paediatric wards and Neonatal unit. In addition, the successful applicant will be involved with the admission and assessment of Paediatric emergencies. There will be a middle grade specialty trainee to support tier 1 team. All the consultants do resident evening hours, and weekend/bank holidays day hrs followed by on-call non-resident hrs. The appointee will be expected to undertake regular ward rounds and seek senior advice when deemed appropriate.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Year competencies or equivalent.
- Minimum 4 months of UK experience in Paediatrics
- Minimum 4m of UK experience in Neonates and being part of Neonatal Life support team (or passed NLS)
- Hold or be eligible for full registration with license to practice the GMC.
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Academic Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
Personal SKills
Essential
- Possess good communication skills required of all doctors.
- Focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- Ability to work within a team
- Flexibility & Time management
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Year competencies or equivalent.
- Minimum 4 months of UK experience in Paediatrics
- Minimum 4m of UK experience in Neonates and being part of Neonatal Life support team (or passed NLS)
- Hold or be eligible for full registration with license to practice the GMC.
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Academic Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
Personal SKills
Essential
- Possess good communication skills required of all doctors.
- Focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- Ability to work within a team
- Flexibility & Time management
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness
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
Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT
Address
Warrington Hospital
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
Employer's website
https://whh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
