Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a Senior Clinical Fellow to join its paediatric department for a 12-month period. The successful candidate will work at a middle grade level, covering inpatient wards and the paediatric emergency department. Responsibilities include participating in undergraduate teaching and maintaining clinical records. This role is ideal for those wishing to develop their skills in paediatrics and requires a commitment to a 1 in 12 rolling rota. Opportunities for further development and teaching are also available.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience in paediatric medicine.
• Strong communication skills with parents and colleagues.
• Ability to maintain up-to-date clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Join a team covering inpatient wards and emergency department.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Participate in a 1 in 12 rolling rota for shift coverage.

Job description

Previous Applicants need not apply

The paediatric department at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS trust is currently recruiting for 1 enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Senior Clinical Fellow to join our team starting as soon as possible for 12 months with the possibility of further extension. The position requires the post holder to work at middle grade level as part of the current on call Tier 2 rota for paediatric medicine. The post holder will join the clinical team and will contribute to the delivery and support of the paediatric service (including Level 2 critical care and a Paediatric Emergency Department). This post is suitable for candidates wishing to develop their general paediatric skills and knowledge in a wide range of paediatric subspecialties.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will join a team of West Midlands deanery senior and junior specialty trainees and provide cover on the Tier 2 rota. This includes covering inpatient wards, a level 2 paediatric critical care unit and children's emergency department. Successful candidates would be expected to contribute to the delivery of the paediatric service as well as participate in undergraduate and post graduate teaching. There is a full shift system in operation which is EWTD compliant. The post holder will form part of this rota working shifts as designated on our paediatric wards/paediatriccritical care unit (High Dependency) and children's emergency department. The successful candidate will be part of a 1 in 12 rolling rota. Rota would be managed by the rota lead with support from medical workforce. In addition to providing clinical cover, you would also be responsible for maintaining up to date clinical records, updating discharge summaries, and communication with parents and colleagues. Consultants are present on site from 0900 – 2200 hours on weekdays and 0900 – 1700 hours on weekends and bank holidays. All consultants are easily approachable out of hours.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this role.

Informal enquiries and visits are encouraged please contact:
Dr Aled Picton
Locum Consultant Paediatrician
[e-mail]
Dr Sarah Griffiths
Consultant Paediatrician
[e-mail]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meet All Essential

Desirable

• Meet All Desirable

Experience

Essential

• Meet All Essential

Knowledge

Essential

• Meet All Essential

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Meet All Essential