Clinical Fellow - ST3 - Paediatrics

Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking Clinical Fellows at ST3 level to join their Paediatrics teams in Essex. This permanent, full-time role involves managing patients in various pediatric settings and offers educational support to advance your career in pediatrics.

Benefits

Support for MRCPCH exams

Flexible opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• At least 6-12 months NHS experience at ST1-3 level.
• At least 12 months in Paediatrics, including 6 months in Neonatology.

Responsibilities

• Managing patients in children’s ward and Paediatric ED.
• Working in the neonatal unit with senior medical support.
• Delivering bedside teaching to junior colleagues and students.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent qualification

GMC registration

APLS or EPLS

NLS

Job description

Employer: Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Essex, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 14 May 2025

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million across acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon, and Southend.

We are a well-led, high-performing, and innovative organization committed to providing excellent healthcare services and working in the best interests of our community.

Job overview

We are seeking Clinical Fellows at ST3 level to join our inclusive and well-led Paediatrics teams at Basildon on a permanent, full-time basis.
Your duties will be arranged with the responsible Consultant, who holds final medical responsibility for all patients under their care.
You will work alongside doctors in training (Foundation Year 2, GPVTS, Paediatric ST1 & ST2) and receive an educational program with one-to-one support from an educational supervisor.
Support will be provided to help you complete your MRCPCH exams if required.
These positions are suitable for doctors meeting the essential criteria and wishing to further explore paediatrics.

Main duties of the job

• Managing patients in children’s ward, Paediatric assessment unit, and Paediatric ED, including participation in resuscitation scenarios.
• Working in the neonatal unit, including the Level 2 neonatal intensive care unit, labour ward, and post-natal ward, involving resuscitation and stabilization of premature neonates with senior medical support.
• Managing patients in the outpatient area under supervision, participating in an active teaching program, and delivering bedside teaching to junior colleagues, students, and nurses.
• Participating in departmental presentations, audits, simulation exercises, safeguarding cases, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

Working for our organization

We aim to deliver excellent local and specialist services, improve health and well-being, and create a vibrant environment for staff development and innovation. We offer a supportive working environment with flexible opportunities and career development through training and support.

Detailed job description and responsibilities

If you wish to advance your career in paediatrics, we encourage you to apply. Please refer to the detailed job description for more information on duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Guidance Score MBBS or equivalent qualification
• GMC registration
• APLS or EPLS
• NLS
• Success in 2 of 3 MRCPCH written papers within the last 7 years

Desirable criteria

• MRCPCH

Experience

• At least 6-12 months NHS experience at ST1-3 level
• At least 12 months in Paediatrics, including 6 months in Neonatology and 6 months in General Paediatrics
• Evidence of achievement of paediatric capabilities as per the Paediatric RCPCH Progress+ curriculum

Communication skills

• Proficiency in written and spoken English to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• IT skills

Note: Due to immigration guidelines, sponsorship is unavailable for salaries below the current minimum threshold.

Application integrity is essential; use of AI tools must be declared, and applications must accurately reflect your skills and experience.

Additional information

This role requires UK professional registration. It is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.

Documents to download

• Clinical Fellow - ST3 - Paediatrics - MSE (PDF, 307.2KB)
• Privacy Policy (PDF, 441.0KB)
• Behaviours Framework (JPG, 298.0KB)
• Medical Payscales 5/2024 R (PDF, 156.0KB)

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