Job summary
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The purpose of this innovative post is to allow a clinician to develop skills in paediatric emergency medicine to develop this as a subspecialty interest and gain skills useful for future paediatric or emergency medicine practice.
This post has been designed primarily for doctors who wish to gain further experience in emergency medicine and paediatrics with a view to pursuing a career in these specialties. The post is also suitable for any trainee looking to gain experience in paediatric emergency medicine.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be in post for 12 months in the Children's and Young People's Emergency Department (CYPED) at University Hospital of North Tees. The job would be mainly based in CYPED including on late shifts and weekends. There would also be time on the rota dedicated to Self Development Time which can be used for study or in the co-located Urgent Care Centre and the paediatric HDU at the neighbouring Trust to assess a range of severity of paediatric illness and injury.
Funding for two relevant paediatric emergency medicine courses (e.g. APLS/EPLS/ATLS) and the Diploma in Child Health (subject to eligibility) or Postgraduate Certificate on Paediatric Emergency Medicine from Edinburgh University will be made available.
About us
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through various awards.
Job responsibilities
* Assist in the provision of an effective paediatric emergency medicine service at the University Hospital of North Tees.
* Provide emergency treatment to patients attending the paediatric emergency department and liaise with specialties.
* Assist and guide junior doctors in emergency medicine and paediatrics working within CYPED.
* Liaise with the shop floor/on-call consultant for clinical and administrative advice as appropriate.
* Responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
* Work co-operatively with colleagues and respect their contribution to patient care.
* Ensure accurate recording of patient care episodes and outcomes as well as effective communication with nursing and professional staff in relation to patient care.
* Undertake mandatory training as directed.
* Any other duties which may be required from time to time.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent
* APLS/EPLS
* Full GMC Registration with licence to practice
* MRCEM/MRPCH
Desirable Qualifications
* NLS
* ATLS provider
* 12 months experience working in the NHS
Essential Experience
* Working at a middle grade level in paediatrics or Emergency Medicine
Desirable Experience
* Used to running a department overnight with consultant available from home.
Essential Skills and Attributes
* Ability to motivate and teach junior medical and nursing staff.
* Ability to lead, direct and delegate tasks appropriately.
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University Hospital of North Tees
Hardwick Road
Stockton-on-Tees
TS19 8PE
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