Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic candidate to join our Paediatric Emergency Department and a Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine.
This role is offered at full time in the first instance, but we welcome applications for part time and job sharing options.
Main duties of the job
General Responsibilities as Consultant Paediatrician
The following is not an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties of a consultant. The appointee is expected to:
- Provide senior clinician services to paediatrics and ED as per job plan or as agreed within the Trust, and as required when on call.
- Work with consultant colleagues and nursing staff to ensure efficient use of Trust's resources and contribute actively to clinical governance in the department and to development of quality enhancement projects in the unit.
- Provide senior clinician services to area of special interest as per the job plan or as agreed within the Trust.
- Show flexibility and undertake different appropriate clinical tasks within allocated DCC sessions at the request of the clinical manager, as the need arises.
- Actively participate in the Unit's Teaching Programme and undertake supervision, teaching and training of medical trainees and other multi-professional staff, in line with guidance from the relevant Royal Colleges or specialty bodies.
- Actively participate in clinical guidelines development, audit and CPD.
About us
NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of London's busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients' wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. For more information, please access the following link:https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Experience of service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- CCT paediatrics (paediatric emergency medicine) - or demonstrable equivalent training (or within 6 months of obtaining) Full GMC registration
- MBBS or equivalent, MRCPCH or equivalent
- Grid paediatric emergency medicine training or equivalent experience in paediatric emergency medicine
- Confidence with child protection - up to date Safeguarding Level 3 training is essential
- APLS/PALS provider
- ATLS/ETC or paediatric trauma course
Desirable
- Relevant higher degree
- Research / publications relevant to subspecialty
- APLS instructor
- NLS provider
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Experience on providing high quality training and education to undergraduates and postgraduates
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to relate to staff and patients.
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
Desirable
- Further qualification in medical education
- Ability to support and motivate staff during periods of pressure
Other Requirements
Essential
- Passion for putting the child first in everything you do
- Knowledge of resource management issues
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Computer literate
- Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Experience of service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- CCT paediatrics (paediatric emergency medicine) - or demonstrable equivalent training (or within 6 months of obtaining) Full GMC registration
- MBBS or equivalent, MRCPCH or equivalent
- Grid paediatric emergency medicine training or equivalent experience in paediatric emergency medicine
- Confidence with child protection - up to date Safeguarding Level 3 training is essential
- APLS/PALS provider
- ATLS/ETC or paediatric trauma course
Desirable
- Relevant higher degree
- Research / publications relevant to subspecialty
- APLS instructor
- NLS provider
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Experience on providing high quality training and education to undergraduates and postgraduates
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to relate to staff and patients.
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
Desirable
- Further qualification in medical education
- Ability to support and motivate staff during periods of pressure
Other Requirements
Essential
- Passion for putting the child first in everything you do
- Knowledge of resource management issues
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Computer literate
- Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
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).
