Job summary The post-holders will participate in the day-time duties on the neonatal unit, postnatal wards, TCU and Delivery suite, Neonatal Clinics and in the neonatal on-call rota ( requests for part-time working would be considered). This additional post is to meet BAPM recommendations for a 1 in 7 neonatal consultant rota, and we would welcome an interest in post-natal care/ATAIN. Main duties of the job The post holder will join 6 consultant neonatologists as the rota moves to 1 in 7. The neonatal unit at Poole (UHD) is part of the TV& Wessex Neonatal ODN and is designated as a Local Neonatal Unit (LNU) and caters to a population of c775,000 people across Dorset and provides neonatal service to about 4400 deliveries/year. We are expecting additional transfers following the redesignation of Salisbury and Guernsey LNUs to SCBUs. There will be a planned contract of 10 programmed activities. Flexible working/part-time applications would be welcomed, though we are required to maintain a 1 in 7 on-call to meet BAPM requirements. We are putting additional consultant time to support maternity and neonatal governance including LMNS and the integration of the MatNeo concept. There is a 3-tier rota with ANNPs and ST trainees/clinical fellows in tiers 1&2, and consultants in tier 3. The post holder will be expected to: About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. There is a planned move for this service anticipated 2025 when this role and base of work will relocate to Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute. Any other changes unrelated to this, will be handled in line with Trust/National terms and conditions. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year PA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 153-M3538 Job locations Poole Hospital NHS foundation Trust Longfleet Road Poole Dorset BH15 2JB Job description Job responsibilities Provide one hot neonatal service week in 7. Provide 2-3 neonatal clinics per month, and departmental meetings. Participate in the neonatal on call rota: currently 1 in 6 moving to 1 in 7. Provide SpR, medical student and ANNP training and teaching including NLS courses. Support maternity and neonatal assurance meetings (inc LMNS) Support NCEPOD and HSIB investigations. An interest in ATAIN/postnatal care would be welcomed. Job description Job responsibilities Provide one hot neonatal service week in 7. Provide 2-3 neonatal clinics per month, and departmental meetings. Participate in the neonatal on call rota: currently 1 in 6 moving to 1 in 7. Provide SpR, medical student and ANNP training and teaching including NLS courses. Support maternity and neonatal assurance meetings (inc LMNS) Support NCEPOD and HSIB investigations. An interest in ATAIN/postnatal care would be welcomed. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Good understanding of Paediatric/neonatal practice Essential Essential Full GMC Registration MRCPCH or equivalent CCT in Neonatal Medicine or Paediatrician with special interest in neonates; or eligible for above within 6 months of appointment. Wide neonatal experience; NLS provider. Basic management skills. Desirable Higher degree (MD, PhD) NLS instructor Experience in other sub-specialist area directly associated with neonatal practice - eg cardiology, neurology, ATAIN/postnatal care. Training in teaching/education. Involvement in national/regional audit activity. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Good understanding of Paediatric/neonatal practice Essential Essential Full GMC Registration MRCPCH or equivalent CCT in Neonatal Medicine or Paediatrician with special interest in neonates; or eligible for above within 6 months of appointment. Wide neonatal experience; NLS provider. Basic management skills. Desirable Higher degree (MD, PhD) NLS instructor Experience in other sub-specialist area directly associated with neonatal practice - eg cardiology, neurology, ATAIN/postnatal care. Training in teaching/education. Involvement in national/regional audit activity. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address Poole Hospital NHS foundation Trust Longfleet Road Poole Dorset BH15 2JB Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)