Job summary
The James Paget University Hospital is seeking to appoint a Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics. The appointee will work within the Department of Paediatrics, based at the James Paget University Hospital which includes inpatient, neonatal, outpatient and ambulatory areas. The position provides an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified specialist to actively contribute to the further development of a modern Paediatric service within this highly regarded Trust with its wide range of acute and community services, which will afford high professional visibility.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Commitments
The department operates a Full Shift rota. Current rota is 1 in 7. The specialty doctor will be doing one weekend in every 7 weeks. They will also be doing a total of 7 nights in a 7 week cycle
The Specialty Doctor will take part in the Middle Grade Rota which is a full shift system. He/she will:
- he Hospital is located less than a mile from long sandy beaches, and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Norfolk Broads. The cathedral city of Norwich is only 30 minutes away and is regularly voted one of the top 5 shopping destinations in the UK. There is a wide choice of good local schools and attractive house prices. All applicants will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language. National Terms and Conditions apply to this post. There is an active teaching/research programme within the department in collaboration with the University of East Anglia. There is an excellent library and a purpose built training and education center on site at the James Paget University Hospital.Be responsible for Paediatric and Neonatal admissions and ward care, as per the duty roster.
- Undertake ward rounds independently but with consultant supervision.
- Attend consultant ward rounds as appropriate.
- Participate in Paediatric clinics
About us
The Hospital is located less than a mile from long sandy beaches, and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Norfolk Broads. The cathedral city of Norwich is only 30 minutes away and is regularly voted one of the top 5 shopping destinations in the UK. There is a wide choice of good local schools and attractive house prices. All applicants will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language. National Terms and Conditions apply to this post. There is an active teaching/research programme within the department in collaboration with the University of East Anglia. There is an excellent library and a purpose built training and education center on site at the James Paget University Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Details of other duties
- Supervision and teaching of training grades and other staff in practical procedures.
- Teaching, supervision, induction and support of Specialty Trainees (ST) and other staff, including participation in the ST training programme and teaching of Medical Students.
- Responsibility for the organisation of the junior staff duty rota and ensuring adequate cover is available during periods of absence by negotiation with ST colleagues and liaison with the consultant responsible supervising rota arrangements and Medical Personnel.
- Responsibilities for appropriate discharge summaries.
- Maintain effective communication with General Practitioners and other hospital departments.
- Participate in Clinical Audit and guideline development.
- So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties the postholder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Details of other duties
- Supervision and teaching of training grades and other staff in practical procedures.
- Teaching, supervision, induction and support of Specialty Trainees (ST) and other staff, including participation in the ST training programme and teaching of Medical Students.
- Responsibility for the organisation of the junior staff duty rota and ensuring adequate cover is available during periods of absence by negotiation with ST colleagues and liaison with the consultant responsible supervising rota arrangements and Medical Personnel.
- Responsibilities for appropriate discharge summaries.
- Maintain effective communication with General Practitioners and other hospital departments.
- Participate in Clinical Audit and guideline development.
- So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties the postholder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- MRCPCH Part 1
- MRCPCH Part 2
- EPLS
- NLS
- Training in Child Protection
- Community Child Health and/or sub specialty
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- At least 3 years' experience at Specialty Trainee level or higher, with two years' experience in the specialty.
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty.
- Experience in Acute Paediatrics
Desirable
- Willingness to extend knowledge by continued education
- Experience in Community Paediatrics
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Willingness of using evidence base to support decision making
- Familiar with the principles of Risk Management
- Understands principles of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects, audit and published papers
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- MRCPCH Part 1
- MRCPCH Part 2
- EPLS
- NLS
- Training in Child Protection
- Community Child Health and/or sub specialty
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- At least 3 years' experience at Specialty Trainee level or higher, with two years' experience in the specialty.
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty.
- Experience in Acute Paediatrics
Desirable
- Willingness to extend knowledge by continued education
- Experience in Community Paediatrics
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Willingness of using evidence base to support decision making
- Familiar with the principles of Risk Management
- Understands principles of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects, audit and published papers
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).
