Job summary
We are excited to offer a fixed term position as Clinical Fellow within the Paediatric team.
This is a full time 12 month position (with the potential to be extended) working 40 hours per week plus on calls to support the Tier 1 rota (1 in 11 shift pattern).
Successful applicants will work in a busy acute Paediatric unit and a level 1 Neonatal unit. We currently have a Tier 1 team with a mixture of Clinical Fellows, GPSTs , FY1 and FY2.
Main duties of the job
We are happy to welcome doctors who wish to just have a taster of general paediatrics prior to doing something else, or those committed to a career in the speciality.
The Clinical Fellow post is not an approved training post. However, we strive to provide the successful applicant with the same training and educational experience as the trainees.
We expect all our doctors to actively engage in departmental educational activities and undertake audits during their time with us.We are located on the doorstep of the magnificent Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Straits. We're only three hours from London by train, or an hour from Chester/M6 by car.If you are interested give us a call for a chat or to arrange a visit to the department.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent).
- Registration with the GMC.
- Evidence of training progression.
- APLS/NLS
- BLS
Desirable
- Additional qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Completed foundation programme (or equivalent outside the UK).
- 6 Months NHS experience (excluding clinical attachments)
Desirable
- Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- NHS Experience (excluding clinical attachments)
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills.
- Competent in basic life support and resuscitation skills.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, both oral and written.
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good organisational skills and time management.
- Able to function successfully under pressure.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate.
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including weekend working and night shifts.
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- An understanding of the principles of Clinical Audit.
Desirable
- Demonstrate some experience in teaching undergraduates.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Word/Excel/Access or equivalent).
- Completed an audit project.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS (or equivalent).
- Registration with the GMC.
- Evidence of training progression.
- APLS/NLS
- BLS
Desirable
- Additional qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Completed foundation programme (or equivalent outside the UK).
- 6 Months NHS experience (excluding clinical attachments)
Desirable
- Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
- NHS Experience (excluding clinical attachments)
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills.
- Competent in basic life support and resuscitation skills.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, both oral and written.
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good organisational skills and time management.
- Able to function successfully under pressure.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate.
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including weekend working and night shifts.
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- An understanding of the principles of Clinical Audit.
Desirable
- Demonstrate some experience in teaching undergraduates.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Word/Excel/Access or equivalent).
- Completed an audit project.
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).
