Specialty Doctor in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Specialty Doctor in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
Join our dynamic and supportive team at Sheffield Children's Hospital as a Specialty Doctor in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM). This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in managing a wide range of emergency presentations, including major trauma.
We encourage you to pursue non-clinical interests such as education, research, and management, both within our department and across the hospital community. This role is ideal for those looking to build a career in PEM, whether in Specialty or Specialist doctor roles.
Be part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and excellence in paediatric care. We look forward to welcoming you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Director, your responsibilities will include:
1. Assess and manage patients, contributing to daily clinical activities in the Emergency Department.
2. Supervise and help develop junior trainees and medical students.
3. Work as part of a flexible middle-grade/specialty doctor rota with self-rostering.
4. Participate in clinical audits, service improvement, and regular multidisciplinary meetings (e.g., child protection, trauma, radiology, and morbidity).
5. Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records.
6. Attend educational sessions to support continued professional development.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
* Brilliant Place to work
* Leaders in Children's Health
We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Experience / Entry Criteria
* Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
* MRCPCH, MRCEM or equivalent
* A minimum of 4 years full time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) at least 3 of which will be in either paediatric or emergency medicine training programme or as a fixed term specialty trainee or shall have equivalent experience and competencies
* Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice
* APLS or equivalent
* Good general medical knowledge in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
* Basic assessment skills of children presenting with illness and injury
* Able to initiate the leadership of a major trauma or medical resus case
* Experience working at Middle Grade level (UK CT/ST3+ level or equivalent)
* ATLS, ETC, CAT or equivalent
* Paediatric sedation skills
Management and Clinical Governance
* Demonstrate an understanding of management & clinical governance issues
* Evidence of involvement with management activities and completion of governance activities.
Personal Attributes
* Recognition of limitations
* Punctual / reliable / good time management
Audit / Research
* An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
* Documented completed PEM audit
Teaching
* Willingness and ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
* Experience with Teaching and supervising junior trainees.
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.
Contract Information
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
425-25-6932320
Job locations
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
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