Consultant Paediatrician

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A Major Health Organization in North Wales is seeking a General Paediatric Consultant to join a supportive team. The role focuses on managing Junior Doctors and developing expertise in Cystic Fibrosis while contributing to clinical and educational responsibilities. Candidates must hold GMC Specialist Registration in Paediatrics or be close to obtaining it, along with other essential qualifications. The post combines clinical duties with leadership and teaching, offering a significant opportunity to impact pediatric healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have GMC Specialist Registration in Paediatrics or within 6 months of obtaining CCT.
• Experience or willingness to develop subspecialty experience in respiratory, including CF.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage, appraise, and supervise Junior Doctors.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on clinical services planning.
• Teach and train Junior Medical staff regularly.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Leadership Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

GMC Specialist Registration in Paediatrics

MRCPCH or equivalent

Newborn Life Support provider course

Advanced/European Paediatric Life Support provider course

Valid Level 3 Safeguarding training

Job description

Applications are invited for a General Paediatric Consultant to join a team of Acute General Paediatricians at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, North Wales.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a positive approach to join our supportive team, bringing a specialist interest in Cystic Fibrosis and a willingness to take on the lead role in safeguarding within acute children’s services.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to:

• Be responsible for the management, appraisal, and supervision of Junior Doctors.
• Maintain personal and professional development. The post holder will be expected to register with the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health for the purpose of Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and to fulfil the requirements of that registration.
• Provide expert advice, when required, to the Executive Team, Board, General Practitioners, and other relevant stakeholders on the planning and delivery of clinical services at local, regional, and national levels. This will be carried out in accordance with confidentiality agreements related to Health Board business.
• Share responsibility with other Consultants for the recruitment, appointment and supervision of Junior Medical staff in accordance with Health Board policies.
• Devote time on a regular basis for teaching and training of Junior Medical staff, contributing as appropriate to Postgraduate and Continuing Medical Education.

In addition to regular outpatient clinics, the post includes active participation in clinical governance and management responsibilities. Which will be developed through the job planning process. Study leave is fully supported, and attendance at regular departmental meetings is incorporated into the timetable.

About us

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co‑ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact

Alice Collumbell Clinical Rota Co‑[e-mail] 03000 842108

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• GMC Specialist Registration in Paediatrics or within 6 months of obtaining CCT from date of interview
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Newborn Life Support provider course
• Advanced/European Paediatric Life Support provider course
• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding training

Desirable

• MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent higher degree
• Evidence of Management Training

Management and Leadership

Essential

• To provide leadership for the Cystic Fibrosis Service and take on the safeguarding lead role within Acute Children’s Services.

Desirable

• To take on the role of Respiratory Lead, including responsibility for asthma

Experience

Essential

• Experience or willingness to develop subspecialty experience in respiratory, including CF
• Experience of working as part of the management team
• Evidence of working effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of liaising with other agencies e.g., Child Protection agencies
• Evidence of initiating, progressing, and completing audits
• Experience of undergraduate and post‑graduate teaching

Desirable

• Experience of research
• Neonatal Experience beyond core training

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Leadership Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of the research process
• Commitment to participating in the management process
• Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to communicate sensitively with patients, relatives, and staff members

Desirable

• Research interest
• Evidence of initiating, progressing, and drawing research projects to a conclusion with publication
• ICT/Computer skills

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
• Being adaptable and flexible where required

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn

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