Job summary
Are you passionate about providing high-standard Paediatric Care?
Join our amazing team at Hinchingbrooke Hospital and continue building on your knowledge and skills under the guidance and support of a brilliant team of physicians.
As a Specialty Doctor, you will be an essential member of the middle-grade team who will participate in on-call duties (1:5 paediatric trainees) and be involved in all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate education and training.
Research and development are important to us. You will demonstrate dedication and enthusiasm for continuing professional development and research, and you will be strongly encouraged to actively participate in our research studies.
Main duties of the job
The Speciality Doctor's duties vary from performing clinical responsibilities for paediatric inpatients, to providing SCBU and neonatal care for at-risk deliveries. Together with the consultant and junior trainees, you will manage the provision of care to the children in the assessment area and in the children's ward.
Your duties will extend to the A&E department as well where you will support the staff and the GPs in delivering out-of-hours care. In addition, you will participate in the rapid referral clinic and take part in sub-specialty clinics.
You will participate in the teaching and examination/assessment of medical students from Cambridge University and paediatric trainees doing all aspects of the MRCPCH examination.
You will participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) following the specifications laid down by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan will include 1 PA for CPD and will be agreed in detail after appointment with the applicants particular interests and needs in mind but will include an equal share of the on call commitments with the other colleagues in the 2nd tier.
The applicant does not need to have completed their membership examinations and this post would be a very good way to facilitate this. Hinchingbrooke previously has been a centre for MRCPCH clinical examinations and some of the consultants have been on the facility of examiners. There is enough support provided in the department to undertake mock exams and practice clinical scenarios.
In-house training will be supported to enable post holder to undertake proposed duties.
An annual appraisal will take place including review of your Job Plan.
Participate in Clinical Audit, Under- and Post-graduate teaching - including teaching to the A&E staff on paediatric topics.
Participate in Continuing Professional Development in accordance with the specification laid down by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and Clinical Audit and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan will include 1 PA for CPD and will be agreed in detail after appointment with the applicants particular interests and needs in mind but will include an equal share of the on call commitments with the other colleagues in the 2nd tier.
The applicant does not need to have completed their membership examinations and this post would be a very good way to facilitate this. Hinchingbrooke previously has been a centre for MRCPCH clinical examinations and some of the consultants have been on the facility of examiners. There is enough support provided in the department to undertake mock exams and practice clinical scenarios.
In-house training will be supported to enable post holder to undertake proposed duties.
An annual appraisal will take place including review of your Job Plan.
Participate in Clinical Audit, Under- and Post-graduate teaching - including teaching to the A&E staff on paediatric topics.
Participate in Continuing Professional Development in accordance with the specification laid down by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and Clinical Audit and undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- NALS
- APLS or equivalent course
- Full/Limited GMC Registration
Desirable
- MRCPCH/ MRCOCH, MRCGP or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years full-time service at SHO or higher grade since
- At least 3 years experience in Child Health, which may include above
- At least 1 year experience in Neonatology in Level ii unit
- General Paediatric skills to a level equivalent to at least the
Desirable
- Special interest in Ambulatory Paediatrics
- Sub-specialty experience
Academic
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate successful planning and participation in audit
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with children, families and professionals
- Effective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact, diplomacy,
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and aptitude for multi-
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team, leading when necessary
General
Essential
- Fluent in verbal and written English
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity,
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
- Ability to travel to fulfil the duties of the post
- Satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and/or Certificate of
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- NALS
- APLS or equivalent course
- Full/Limited GMC Registration
Desirable
- MRCPCH/ MRCOCH, MRCGP or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years full-time service at SHO or higher grade since
- At least 3 years experience in Child Health, which may include above
- At least 1 year experience in Neonatology in Level ii unit
- General Paediatric skills to a level equivalent to at least the
Desirable
- Special interest in Ambulatory Paediatrics
- Sub-specialty experience
Academic
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate successful planning and participation in audit
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with children, families and professionals
- Effective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact, diplomacy,
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and aptitude for multi-
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team, leading when necessary
General
Essential
- Fluent in verbal and written English
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity,
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
- Ability to travel to fulfil the duties of the post
- Satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and/or Certificate of
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
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).
