Job summary
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation
Trust is looking to recruit a Consultant Paediatrician with Expertise in Cardiology.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to develop the paediatric service in
conjunction with the regional paediatric cardiology network. It is anticipated
that the successful candidate, with the support of the cardiology network, will
develop Cardiology Services for children in Barnsley in line with the needs of
the local population. The post holder will also be expected to have at least 25%
of their clinical work being related to cardiology and the remainder being
General Paediatrics and Neonates (as Barnsley is a level 2 Neonatal Unit). In addition, we are looking for a
candidate who has a strong interest in Medical Education. The successful consultant
will be taking on a shared role of College Tutor.
The post holder will work
collaboratively with the visiting tertiary cardiology Consultant to maintain
and provide a high-quality paediatric cardiology service for Barnsley. They
should expect to participate in joint cardiology as well as conduct independent
cardiology clinics. This opportunity is ideal a PEC to lead our vision for
Paediatric Cardiology care locally.
Please note the full job description can be found under the supporting documents section.
Main duties of the job
Activity
PAs
Out
of Hours and Weekend Work (1 in 10 with prospective cover)
(plus
3% Cat A on call supplement)
3.301
Monday
to Friday Hot week (1 in 10 with prospective cover)
Neonatal
Hot week (1 in 10)
0.6
Core
SPA
1.5
Grand
Rounds
0.5
Admin
clinical, post hot week, child death rapid response etc.
TBD
Clinical
Supervision
0.75
Clinics
College
Tutor
0.75
Total
10
Clinics
to be determined on commencement.
The full job description and person specification can be found under the supporting documents section.
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to
close a position early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high
performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality
Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery
of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to
ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly
valued by our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley
Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right
through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to
being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed
to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental
or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or
offending history.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for
Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through
salary deduction.
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who
may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa
route please use the link below to check your eligibility - Health and Care Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and Training in Paediatric Cardiology
Desirable
- Experience in Echocardiography
Safeguarding and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Expertise and experience of safeguarding at Specialist Registrar or Consultant level.
- Commitment to the development and maintenance of safeguarding skills.
- Trained to level three in safeguarding.
- Able to deliver high quality paediatric care.
- Knowledge and experience of clinical audit.
- Logical, analytical and self-critical approach to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of report writing and giving evidence in court.
- Expertise in Risk Management.
- Knowledge of Every Child Matters and implications of Health and Social Care Act.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to working practices.
- Willingness to share administrative duties in the Hospital.
- Experience and enthusiasm to work in and with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to lifelong learning.
- Motivated to advance and develop paediatrics.
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH or equivalent.
- CCT in General Paediatrics or within 6 months of achieving CCT at the time of interview.
Desirable
- Higher degree such as MD or MSc.
Teaching and Research
Essential
- Experience of formal and on the job clinical teaching.
- Commitment to under- and post-graduate and multidisciplinary teaching and training.
- Enthusiasm to teach clinical skills.
- Understanding of research techniques and design.
- Ability and commitment to practice evidence based medicine.
Desirable
- Experience of organising teaching programs or specific teaching events.
- Expertise in innovative teaching or training methods.
- Postgraduate course in teaching/training (T5 or similar).
- Published research.
- Commitment to continuing research. Published papers in area of special interest.
Management
Essential
- Sufficient skills in managing time, paper and people to enable efficient organisation of consultant practice.
- Understanding of and commitment to a clinical network.
Desirable
- Evidence of organisational and change management skills.
- Experience of service development and guideline writing and updating.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience and Training in Paediatric Cardiology
Desirable
- Experience in Echocardiography
Safeguarding and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Expertise and experience of safeguarding at Specialist Registrar or Consultant level.
- Commitment to the development and maintenance of safeguarding skills.
- Trained to level three in safeguarding.
- Able to deliver high quality paediatric care.
- Knowledge and experience of clinical audit.
- Logical, analytical and self-critical approach to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of report writing and giving evidence in court.
- Expertise in Risk Management.
- Knowledge of Every Child Matters and implications of Health and Social Care Act.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to working practices.
- Willingness to share administrative duties in the Hospital.
- Experience and enthusiasm to work in and with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to lifelong learning.
- Motivated to advance and develop paediatrics.
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH or equivalent.
- CCT in General Paediatrics or within 6 months of achieving CCT at the time of interview.
Desirable
- Higher degree such as MD or MSc.
Teaching and Research
Essential
- Experience of formal and on the job clinical teaching.
- Commitment to under- and post-graduate and multidisciplinary teaching and training.
- Enthusiasm to teach clinical skills.
- Understanding of research techniques and design.
- Ability and commitment to practice evidence based medicine.
Desirable
- Experience of organising teaching programs or specific teaching events.
- Expertise in innovative teaching or training methods.
- Postgraduate course in teaching/training (T5 or similar).
- Published research.
- Commitment to continuing research. Published papers in area of special interest.
Management
Essential
- Sufficient skills in managing time, paper and people to enable efficient organisation of consultant practice.
- Understanding of and commitment to a clinical network.
Desirable
- Evidence of organisational and change management skills.
- Experience of service development and guideline writing and updating.
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.
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.
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).
