This post is suitable for candidates with previous Paediatric and neonatal experience in level 2 and 3 neonatal units interested in advancing their paediatric training. UK NHS experience is desirable.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant Paediatrician. Clinical responsibilities will include:
* Children's ward - ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions, and seeing paediatric patients in the emergency department (Referrals from Urgent care GP and internal referrals from ED team and all paediatric patients < one year old who presented to ED).
* Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics.
* Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students.
* Taking an active part in the department's education programme.
* Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year, and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan, and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste, and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is suitable for candidates with previous Paediatric and neonatal experience in level 2 and 3 neonatal units interested in advancing their paediatric training. UK NHS experience is desirable.
The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant Paediatrician. Clinical responsibilities will include:
* Children's ward - ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions, and seeing paediatric patients in the emergency department (Referrals from Urgent care GP and internal referrals from ED team and all paediatric patients < one year old who presented to ED).
* Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics.
* Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students.
* Taking an active part in the department's education programme.
* Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
* Registrable medical qualification
* Full registration with GMC/GDC with a license to practice
* Valid Visa to work in the UK
Desirable
* Higher qualification MRCPCH
Teaching and Experience
Essential
* Wide experience in all aspects of neonatal and Paediatric care, culminating in the award of CCT or equivalent.
* Evidence of ST 3/4 competencies Minimum one to two years of NHS experience
Desirable
* APLS /NLS provider
Administration
Essential
* Experience in day-to-day organisation of neonatal and Paediatric services in a busy Teaching Hospital
Desirable
* Familiar with the current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
Management and Leadership
Essential
* Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
* Management course and/or qualification.
Audit & quality improvement
Essential
* Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
Research
Essential
* Must be able to demonstrate the ability to lead change
* Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research
Desirable
* Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Neonates or Paediatrics
* Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Teaching
Essential
* Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
Desirable
* Teaching skills course/qualification.
Personal Skills
Essential
* Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and cooperate with all medical and paramedical staff.
Desirable
* Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
Personal attributes
Essential
* Flexible and resilient.
* Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance, and tidy personal appearance.
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