Job summary
Applications are invited for a Specialty Doctor in Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics.
The post represents an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, supportive and enthusiastic team within East Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, working collaboratively within a large, multidisciplinary Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatric dedicated service.
The post will be office based in Rainbows Centre, Burnley General Teaching Hospital, working in hospital and community-based outpatient settings across the trust footprint. Flexible working from home arrangements are possible for non-patient facing work activities.
Main duties of the job
The postholder would be working closely as part of the Multidisciplinary Team which consists of Paediatricians, Advanced Paediatric Clinical Practitioners, Specialist Nurses, Neurodevelopmental Practitioners, Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists and Child Development Centre Team. Full training and supervision will be provided. There is an active continuing professional educational program and audit and quality improvement within the service.
There is no Acute Paediatric on call commitment associated with this post.
About us
The Child Health Service in East Lancashire is the largest centralised children's service in the North West and one of the largest in the country, serving a diverse population of around 520,000 people. Within the Family Care Division there are also General / Acute Paediatric, Neonatology and Child Psychiatry services. There are also many sub-specialty services. The Child Health Services are active in undergraduate and postgraduate specialist training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Children in Care - Initial Health Assessments
- Undertake outpatient clinics to see referrals covering a range of problems including Neurodisability Conditions such as Cerebral Palsy and Neurodevelopmental Conditions such as Learning Disability, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, DHD, Dyspraxia, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
- Clinical administration / management such as Medical Advice for Education Health Care Plans (ELHPs), responding to parent phone queries.
- Attendance at Directorate Speciality Board, Clinical Governance and Continuing Professional Development Meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Children in Care - Initial Health Assessments
- Undertake outpatient clinics to see referrals covering a range of problems including Neurodisability Conditions such as Cerebral Palsy and Neurodevelopmental Conditions such as Learning Disability, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, DHD, Dyspraxia, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
- Clinical administration / management such as Medical Advice for Education Health Care Plans (ELHPs), responding to parent phone queries.
- Attendance at Directorate Speciality Board, Clinical Governance and Continuing Professional Development Meetings.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of medical training & evidence of competence in relevant procedures.
- Knowledge of education & training issues from completion of UK based Medical degree or a minimum of 12 months previous NHS experience
- Good communication skills with ability to motivate colleagues - both medical & non-medica
- Ability to work in a team
- Demonstrates professionalism in attitude & application
Desirable
- Awareness of national agenda in relation to Children in Care and Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics
- Involvement in management & administration
- Evidence of ability to lead & motivate a team
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration & Licence to Practice
- Completed at least 4 years full-time postgrad training (or equivalent if part-time) at least 2 of which will be in a specialty training programme or equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Full MRCPH qualification or success in at least 2 out of 3 MRCPCH written papers
- APLS or EPLS trained
- Experience and / or qualifications in other clinically related fields (eg O+G / General Practice)
- Training in advanced communication skills or motivational interviewing.
TRAINING
Essential
- Experience & training in Child Protection to Level 3 standards or be able to demonstrate this before taking up the post
- Willingness to undertake further training and qualifications as required
Desirable
- PG Cert in medical education or equivalent
- Teaching, Learning & Assessment training
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Practical experience in management of a wide range of conditions in Paediatrics, Neonatal medicine & Child Protection
- Proven ability to utilise IT as administrative tool
- Experience of working with staff from different professional backgrounds
- Understanding of & performing audit - evidence of experience during general professional training
Desirable
- Research experience
- Experience of management of children in Care and / or with neurodevelopmental conditions
- Evidence of voluntary work with children and families.
- Experience of involvement with national audits
CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Flexibility in working hours to meet the requirements of the post
- Health must permit carrying out the duties of the post
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
PERSONAL SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to communicate & liaise effectively with, children, parents, their relatives with colleagues & staff in all disciplines including within education and social care
- Ability to supervise medical students & junior staff
- Aware of own limitations & seeking help when needed
Desirable
- Evidence of triadic consultation skills
- Understanding of how to deliver education to children and families
- Conflict resolution skills
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge of medical training & evidence of competence in relevant procedures.
- Knowledge of education & training issues from completion of UK based Medical degree or a minimum of 12 months previous NHS experience
- Good communication skills with ability to motivate colleagues - both medical & non-medica
- Ability to work in a team
- Demonstrates professionalism in attitude & application
Desirable
- Awareness of national agenda in relation to Children in Care and Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics
- Involvement in management & administration
- Evidence of ability to lead & motivate a team
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration & Licence to Practice
- Completed at least 4 years full-time postgrad training (or equivalent if part-time) at least 2 of which will be in a specialty training programme or equivalent experience and competencies
Desirable
- Full MRCPH qualification or success in at least 2 out of 3 MRCPCH written papers
- APLS or EPLS trained
- Experience and / or qualifications in other clinically related fields (eg O+G / General Practice)
- Training in advanced communication skills or motivational interviewing.
TRAINING
Essential
- Experience & training in Child Protection to Level 3 standards or be able to demonstrate this before taking up the post
- Willingness to undertake further training and qualifications as required
Desirable
- PG Cert in medical education or equivalent
- Teaching, Learning & Assessment training
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Practical experience in management of a wide range of conditions in Paediatrics, Neonatal medicine & Child Protection
- Proven ability to utilise IT as administrative tool
- Experience of working with staff from different professional backgrounds
- Understanding of & performing audit - evidence of experience during general professional training
Desirable
- Research experience
- Experience of management of children in Care and / or with neurodevelopmental conditions
- Evidence of voluntary work with children and families.
- Experience of involvement with national audits
CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Flexibility in working hours to meet the requirements of the post
- Health must permit carrying out the duties of the post
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
PERSONAL SKILLS
Essential
- Ability to communicate & liaise effectively with, children, parents, their relatives with colleagues & staff in all disciplines including within education and social care
- Ability to supervise medical students & junior staff
- Aware of own limitations & seeking help when needed
Desirable
- Evidence of triadic consultation skills
- Understanding of how to deliver education to children and families
- Conflict resolution skills
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).
