(MIFS) Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Paediatrics

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health trust in the UK is seeking a qualified medical practitioner with experience in paediatrics. Candidates must hold a primary medical qualification accepted by the GMC and demonstrate skills in effective communication and patient empathy. The role involves providing high-quality medical care, engaging actively within a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to research and audit activities in the field. Competitive package and commitment to diversity included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Commitment to diversity and support

Access to various training and development resources

Qualifications

• Eligible to apply for full registration with the General Medical Council.
• Resided overseas for at least 12 months at the time of application.
• Experience of active involvement in Audit.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical practice in paediatrics/neonates as per qualifications.
• Engage with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure quality care.
• Conduct research and activities that enhance service delivery in paediatrics.

Skills

Effective communication skills in English

Empathy and sensitivity to patient needs

Ability to influence and persuade effectively

Education

Primary medical qualification accepted by the General Medical Council

MD/DNB or equivalent degree in paediatrics

Evidence of completion of training in Advanced Paediatric Life Support

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person specification

Registration

Essential criteria

• Eligible to apply for full registration with the General Medical Council & a valid License to Practise with the General Medical Council (or demonstrates eligibility to apply for registration and license)
• Candidate must reside overseas (outside of the UK or European Union) for at least 12 months at the time of application
• Provide evidence of being engaged in medical practice for a minimum 3 years out of the last 5 years outside of the European Union, including the most recent 12 months of uninterrupted medical practise

Education/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

• A primary medical Qualification accepted by the General Medical Council UK and verified by ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
• MD/DNB or equivalent degree in paediatrics in a 3 year post graduate programme (recognised by RCPCH)
• Evidence of achievement level 1 RCPCH equivalent competencies in Paediatrics/Neonates
• Evidence of completion of formal 'hands on' training in Advanced Paediatric Life Support and Neonatal Life Support (training in date)

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of active involvement in Audit (clear description, outcomes & appropriate experience for level of application)

Desirable criteria

• Relevant experience in other specialties that would complement a career in Paediatrics/Neonates
• Evidence of relevant peer review papers and other
• Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to career in Paediatrics/Neonates
• Research experience
• Relevant contribution to management within Paediatrics/Neonates (rotas, committees etc)

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of research
• Demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMCs Good Medical Practice (2013)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to be able to write & present reports at board level
• Passed the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Examination with a minimum score of 7 in each category and an overall score of no less than 7.5, OR, Occupational English Test certificate (medicine version) with at least a grade B in each testing area

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of academic prizes and honours at postgraduate level
• Teaching achievement (including attendance at teaching courses, etc)

Aptitudes

Essential criteria

• Is empathetic and sensitive to patients needs
• Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
• Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others
• Is able to influence and persuade effectively
• Positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team
• Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality & ethical issues

Other

Essential criteria

• Satisfactory Work Health Assessment
• Eligible to live & work in the UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• 349-MCH-7596194-RL4_Job Description (PDF, 296.4KB)
• Person Specification (PDF, 264.6KB)
• FR (PDF, 920.2KB)
• Example Work Schedule (PDF, 304.6KB)
• Candidate Essential Guide Medical and Dental (PDF, 1.4MB)