Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Trust Registrar in paediatrics, to join our friendly, and forward thinking team. We are also open minded to accept applications from ST1 - ST3 LAS who are looking for a development opportunity. We have a good track record of supporting more senior ST1-3 grade doctors with both membership exams, and progressing to middle grade work, or applying for a training post.
The registrar post holder will form part of the 10-cell Tier 2 middle-grade team, joining our 8 level 2 paediatric trainees, and associate specialists.
The post involves cover of general paediatrics including the ward, Children's Assessment Unit and referrals from the Emergency Department as well as Neonatal Unit. The post-holder will rotate between areas, according to clinical interests and the needs of the department. The post-holder will also undertake at least one outpatient clinic a week in an area of their chosen speciality. We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with a Gastro, Allergy or Cardiology interest.
Main duties of the job
Qualifications for Registrar required are MRCPCH or equivalent, and a period of at least two years equivalent to level 1 paediatric training, including both paediatrics and tertiary neonates. Candidates are required to be up to date with APLS, NLS and Level 3 Safeguarding.
Qualifications for ST1-ST3 required are MBBS or equivalent medical qualification with evidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice. If applying as a developmental SHO post, then full MRCPCH would not be required, but evidence of progressing through exams would be desirable.
About us
One of the largest Trust's in East Anglia, East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provide hospital and community health services to people living across a wide geographical area. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, six community hospitals and in patients' own homes. You will be joining a team of almost 12,000 amazing colleagues providing care to approximately a million people.
Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (if applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. We offer a range of flexible working opportunities.
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which do not work or cause time delays for our staff and patients.
To support our employees to achieve their career aspirations you may be eligible to obtain a qualification via an apprenticeship. For full details please see the attached Apprenticeship Handbook.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge then we are keen to hear from you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holders day-to-day duties will include:
- Assessment and management of in-patients in the Childrens Ward and Neonatal Unit, including participating in ward rounds under supervision
- Assessment and management of sick children in the Childrens Assessment Unit
- Assessment and management of sick children in the emergency department when an opinion is requested, including emergencies and resuscitations
- Attendance at difficult obstetric deliveries and resuscitation of new-born infants
- Weekly outpatient clinic under consultant supervision
- Participation in the Tier 2 (middle grade) out of hours medical rota on a pro-rata basis, including evening, night and weekend shifts
- Dedicated admin time to ensure all paperwork/communication with other services is up-to-date
- Participation in clinical supervision of junior medical staff
- Working in partnership with medical and nursing teams and other MDT members to ensure children, young people and their families have seamless, planned care to meet their needs
- Outpatient Clinics in the post holders specialist area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holders day-to-day duties will include:
- Assessment and management of in-patients in the Childrens Ward and Neonatal Unit, including participating in ward rounds under supervision
- Assessment and management of sick children in the Childrens Assessment Unit
- Assessment and management of sick children in the emergency department when an opinion is requested, including emergencies and resuscitations
- Attendance at difficult obstetric deliveries and resuscitation of new-born infants
- Weekly outpatient clinic under consultant supervision
- Participation in the Tier 2 (middle grade) out of hours medical rota on a pro-rata basis, including evening, night and weekend shifts
- Dedicated admin time to ensure all paperwork/communication with other services is up-to-date
- Participation in clinical supervision of junior medical staff
- Working in partnership with medical and nursing teams and other MDT members to ensure children, young people and their families have seamless, planned care to meet their needs
- Outpatient Clinics in the post holders specialist area.
Person Specification
interview
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH
- Full GMC
- Evidence of achievement of ST1-3 competencies or equivalent in this specialty
- Evidence of achievement of ST1-3 competencies or equivalent relevant to neonatal intensive
Desirable
- Current APLS or EPLS provider
- Current NLS provider
Person Specification
interview
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH
- Full GMC
- Evidence of achievement of ST1-3 competencies or equivalent in this specialty
- Evidence of achievement of ST1-3 competencies or equivalent relevant to neonatal intensive
Desirable
- Current APLS or EPLS provider
- Current NLS provider
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).
