Trust Doctor (ST4-8 equivalent) in Paediatrics

NHS; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Trust Doctor in Paediatrics at St Richard's Hospital, Chichester. The role involves managing acute paediatric cases and supervising junior doctors, with a strong focus on team collaboration and patient care. Applicants should hold GMC registration and relevant paediatric qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• Evidence of completion of foundation training and advanced paediatric training.
• Experience with tier 2 paediatric care.

Responsibilities

• Manage children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant.
• Provide support and advice to A&E doctors and General Practitioners.
• Engage in departmental education and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Patient management

Teaching

Education

Full GMC Registration

MRCPCH certification

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Trust Doctor (ST4-8 equivalent) in Paediatrics

The closing date is 30 June 2025

We are looking for a Trust Doctor (ST4+ equivalent) to join our Paediatrics team St Richard's Hospital, Chichester for a fixed term 12 month post.

This is a full-time role including participation in a full shift rota system. Requests for less than full time working will be considered.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team of 7 whole time equivalent tier 2 doctors to provide a full shift rota covering acute paediatrics and our level 2 Neonatal unit.

Candidates must have completed foundation training (or equivalent) and have a minimum of 2 further years of Paediatric experience including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit. Full MRCPCH should be held or be close to being held.

Candidates must have full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.

Candidates will be expected to work together as a team within the Women and Children's Group.

Main duties of the job

As a tier 2 Doctor in Paediatrics & Neonatology at St Richards the post holder is responsible for the following:

• Managing children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant
• Clinical assessment and management of children and young people referred to the Paediatric Assessment unit and providing support and advice to A&E doctors and General Practitioners
• Attending resuscitation calls in A&E
• Supervising and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care in children's ward and assessment unit
• Managing babies on the level 1 Neonatal unit under supervision of consultant
• Supervision and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care for babies on the neonatal unit, maternity unit and postnatal ward
• Attending high risk deliveries on the maternity unit
• Support and teaching of junior medical, nursing staff and medical students
• Engaging in Continuing Professional Development and Audit as appropriate
• Engaging with the Trusts appraisal and revalidation process

So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.

The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.

The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.

Please view the full job description for more information.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

• oSuccess in MRCPCH Part I or appropriate specialist qualification
• oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
• oSuccess at MRCPH Part II

Clinical Skills and Experience

• oCapacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement. Potential to develop excellent diagnostic skills
• oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competences from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice.
• oAchievement of competences outlined in the Paediatric Curriculum for Level 2 training by the time of application
• oSuccessful completion of APLS and NLS or equivalent
• oSuccessful completion of Safeguarding children: Recognition & response in Child Protection or equivalent
• oPrevious tier 2 level NHS experience in Paediatrics.

Knowledge

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

• oEvidence of participation in audit
• Research experience
• oPublications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

• oAppropriate progression of career to date
• oHave evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training
• oNot have previously relinquished or been released/removed from a training programme, except under exceptional circumstances
• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)