Trust Doctor in Paediatrics (ST1-3)

Rdehospital; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust is seeking a Trust Doctor in Paediatrics for an immediate start. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic department, focusing on acute and neonatal care, as well as various specialisation areas. The position includes working long days, evenings, and weekends.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave

Access to occupational health services

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice options including nursery

Qualifications

• Must be a medical doctor with relevant pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy level 2 neonatal unit managing neonatal problems.
• Participate in paediatric acute care and specialisation areas.

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Applications are invited for a Trust Doctor in Paediatrics. This post is available immediately, for a 12 month period.

Please note that we may close this advert early should we receive sufficient applications.

More detail about the role

This post presents a fantastic opportunity to work in a busy and dynamic department in acute and neonatal paediatrics. The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital has a busy level 2 neonatal unit which stabilises and manages all neonatal problems. There is an established paediatric assessment unit, and in addition to acute general paediatrics, there are many areas of specialisation including sub-regional CF and paediatric oncology services, serving a population of 850,000.

Working Pattern: Long days, evenings, nights, and weekends will form part of the rota pattern.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

Interview Date: TBC

For further information please contact: Rowan Stanbury - Consultant Paediatrician and College Tutor - [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services serve the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. Click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED-rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role interests you, we would love to hear from you.