Trust Doctor (ST1-ST2 eqv) in Paediatrics and Neonatal

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Trust Doctor (ST1-ST2 equivalent) in Paediatrics and Neonatal at Newham University Hospital. The role involves providing clinical care in a busy department, supporting the development of paediatric skills, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Some paediatric/neonatal experience required.
• At least 6 months paediatric/neonatal experience at SHO level.
• Child protection course and EPLS/NLS knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ward rounds and provide cover to ambulatory units.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and A&E with consultant supervision.
• On-call commitment with a full shift system.

Skills

Paediatric experience

Neonatal experience

Phlebotomy

Cannulation

Education

MBBS

MRCPCH part 1 or equivalent

Job description

Trust Doctor (ST1-ST2 eqv) in Paediatrics and Neonatal

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Job summary

Applications from experienced, enthusiastic, and dynamic clinicians are invited for a Paediatric & Neonatal Clinical Fellow SHO level post at Newham University Hospital (NUH)

The successful candidate will work in the Women and Children's division at NUH, which is part of the Barts Health NHS Trust; one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK.

To be considered for the post, you must have full GMC Registration and it is desirable to hold MRCPCH or equivalent. You should have appropriate training and experience in general paediatrics and neonatology.

The Paediatric rainbow centre is a very busy department and looks after deprived and young paediatric population. It is a 21 bedded Paediatrics ward which includes 7 cubicles, two bedded well equipped HDU unit. It also has 6 bedded day care ward for minor day surgery for children over 3 years of age. The department also has 6 bedded observational unit and has 23 beds including 2 intensive, 4 HDU care beds.

Main duties of the job

The Level II Neonatal unit cares for babies born at more than 27 weeks. We work collaboratively as part of a network with the tertiary unit at the Royal London Hospital. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to manage their workload in an organised manner as well as work well under pressure. The post will be based at Newham University Hospital which provides acute general paediatrics and neonatal services to one of Britain's most diverse, fastest growing and youngest populations.

The department has separate neonatal and paediatric rotas, each comprising a consultant, middle grade and SHO doctors

The Trust employs over 9,500 multidisciplinary staff across five hospital sites making it one of the largest Trusts in the UK. Acute general hospital services are provided for the population who live in the North East of London.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job responsibilities

This is a Trust Clinical Fellow SHO level post suitable for doctors who wish to pursue career in Paediatrics and in neonatal care. Trust is committed to supporting the post holder in developing a career in Paediatrics. This post is full time fixed term appointment for 6 months and is trust grade .

Day Time Clinical Duties

Ward Round, providing cover to ambulatory unit, participating in outpatient clinics, and A*E, Providing cover to labor ward and postnatal ward, all with consultant supervision on a consultant of-the- week system.

Day Time Clinical Duties

Ward Round, providing cover to ambulatory unit, attending to outpatient clinics, and A*E, Providing covering to NNU, labour ward and postnatal ward, all with consultant supervision on a consultant of-the- week system.

On call Commitment

Full shift system, 1:9 in neonatology and 1:9 in general paediatrics, providing cover to NICU, delivery suit, and postnatal ward or paediatric ward and A& E

There is a separate Registrar rota for Paediatric and Neonatal at all levels including Consultants, Registrar and SHOs.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• MBBS
• MRCPCH part 1 or equivalent

Experience

• Some paediatric / neonatal experience
• At least 6 months paediatric / neonatal experience at SHO level

Skills / abilities

• Some paediatric / neonatal experience. Some experience in phlebotomy and canulation

Knowledge

• Child protection course
• Some paediatric / neonatal experience
• EPLS
• NLS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.