Clinical Fellow - Acute Paediatric Neurology

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Krankenhaus sucht einen Clinical Fellow für die Akute Pädiatrische Neurologie. Diese spannende Rolle umfasst die Verantwortung für die Behandlung akuter neurologischer Probleme bei Kindern sowie die Teilnahme an klinischen Forschungsaktivitäten. Postinhaber werden in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten, das eine enge Zusammenarbeit mit verschiedenen Fachabteilungen erfordert. Die Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem vielfältigen und integrativen Team zu arbeiten, das sich für Chancengleichheit und Vielfalt einsetzt. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich an der Verbesserung der Gesundheitsversorgung für Kinder interessiert sind, ist diese Gelegenheit ideal für Sie.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Pädiatrie oder pädiatrischen Neurologie.
• Verständnis der Prinzipien der klinischen Governance.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortung für die Behandlung akuter neurologischer Probleme bei Kindern.
• Beratung zu neurologischen Fragen im gesamten Krankenhaus.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Organisations- und Priorisierungsfähigkeiten

Fähigkeit, unter Druck in multidisziplinären Umgebungen zu arbeiten

Priorisierung klinischer Bedürfnisse

Education

MBBS oder gleichwertig

Vollständige GMC-Registrierung

MRCP oder MRCPCH oder gleichwertig

Job description

Clinical Fellow - Acute Paediatric Neurology

Employer: Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 3 May 2025

Job summary
This acute post involves ward duties on the neurology ward, outpatient clinics, consultations across the hospital, and neurosurgical ward responsibilities. Post holders will share clinical duties with other fellows and Specialist Registrars, contribute to ward protocols, audit projects, and clinical guidelines. Clinical research activities are encouraged. The role includes on-call commitments for neurology and neurosurgery, including long-day shifts, weekends, and nights.

Main duties of the job
Daytime clinical duties
Experience in a busy 24-bedded ward managing acute neurological issues such as epilepsy, neurovascular disorders, CNS infections, neuroinflammation, and genetic/neurometabolic diseases. Responsibilities include managing acutely ill children and providing neurology consultation services hospital-wide, including ICU and complex cases involving metabolic, oncology, infectious disease, and organ-specific specialties. The appointee will also advise on neurological issues outside the hospital, working closely with departments like Neuroradiology, Neurophysiology, Histopathology, Neurosurgery, and Paediatric Intensive Care. The role involves rotation through areas like the Koala ward, EEG telemetry unit, outpatient clinics, and consultations.

About us
GOSH is committed to fair, inclusive recruitment, valuing diversity and promoting equality. We welcome applications from BAME communities, individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ members. Policies support fair treatment, and we are proud of our accreditation and staff networks fostering an inclusive culture.

Job description

Job responsibilities
The detailed job description and person specification outline key tasks, qualifications, skills, and experience required. Please refer to the attached documents.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• Welcoming, helpful, expert, and team-oriented attitude
• Experience working in diverse and inclusive teams
• Understanding of diversity, inclusion, and equity challenges
• Active contribution to promoting equality and diversity

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work under pressure in multidisciplinary settings
• Prioritization of clinical needs

Qualifications and Training

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration by start date
• MRCP, MRCPCH, or equivalent

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience in paediatrics or paediatric neurology
• Teaching, presenting, and audit experience
• Understanding of clinical governance principles

Desirable

• Experience in related paediatric specialties
• Published peer-reviewed research

Additional requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service check
• UK professional registration
• Eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship

Employer details

• Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH
• Website: [Link]