Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Southampton Childrens Hospital is delighted to offer the opportunity to join the General Paediatric team for a versatile, talented clinician with expertise in tertiary allergy.
The successful applicant will be an integral part of the both the general paediatric and tertiary allergy services.
The successful applicant will contribute to the provision of the General Paediatric group job plan which provides consultant of the week, acute paediatric support in the Paediatric short stay unit and paediatric emergency department, Out-patients (both routine and urgent), primary care hub clinics & MDT.
Tertiary allergy duties include clinic, day ward and immunotherapy service lead.
Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a license to practice
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
You will join a team of 12 general paediatricians. They will contribute to the provision of the General Paediatric group job plan which provides Consultant of the Week cover to all general paediatric in-patients, outpatients (both routine and urgent) and on-call. Individual consultants within general paediatrics have slightly varying job plans depending on their own particular interests The Paediatric High Dependency Unit is run by general paediatricians.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are looking to appoint a well-motivated individual with experience in both general paediatrics and tertiary allergy experience. The department has a strong ethos in education and research and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to this activity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on 25/11/24
Job Reference: MT1292 - This vacancy closes on or before:
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
You will join a team of 12 general paediatricians. They will contribute to the provision of the General Paediatric group job plan which provides Consultant of the Week cover to all general paediatric in-patients, outpatients (both routine and urgent) and on-call. Individual consultants within general paediatrics have slightly varying job plans depending on their own particular interests The Paediatric High Dependency Unit is run by general paediatricians.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
We are looking to appoint a well-motivated individual with experience in both general paediatrics and tertiary allergy experience. The department has a strong ethos in education and research and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to this activity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on 25/11/24
Job Reference: MT1292 - This vacancy closes on or before:
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered with GMC licence to practice
- Tertiary paediatric allergy training & experience
- Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health
- APLS Certification or equivalent
- Level 3 training in child protection
Desirable
- General Paediatric experience at Consultant level
- Qualifications, in teaching management or research
- Specialist GMC registration in Paediatrics either already acquired or within 6 months of acquisition
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Has completed or will be within 6 months of completion of paediatric training
- Paediatric specialty experience in tertiary allergy including immunotherapy
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Knowledge, clinical and technical skills to provide a consultant led service in general paediatrics
- Ability to manage sick children, including technical skills
- Experience and training in child protection
- Commitment to providing a high standard of care to patients and their families
- Good time-management skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development
- Ability to work within a busy paediatric department
- Proven ability to work within a clinical team
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in teaching, management or research
- Understanding of research practice and governance; participation in audit and understanding of quality improvement processes
- Experience in service development
- A flexible personality with a good sense of humour
- Evidence of holistic feedback from peers and patients
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered with GMC licence to practice
- Tertiary paediatric allergy training & experience
- Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health
- APLS Certification or equivalent
- Level 3 training in child protection
Desirable
- General Paediatric experience at Consultant level
- Qualifications, in teaching management or research
- Specialist GMC registration in Paediatrics either already acquired or within 6 months of acquisition
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Has completed or will be within 6 months of completion of paediatric training
- Paediatric specialty experience in tertiary allergy including immunotherapy
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
- Knowledge, clinical and technical skills to provide a consultant led service in general paediatrics
- Ability to manage sick children, including technical skills
- Experience and training in child protection
- Commitment to providing a high standard of care to patients and their families
- Good time-management skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development
- Ability to work within a busy paediatric department
- Proven ability to work within a clinical team
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in teaching, management or research
- Understanding of research practice and governance; participation in audit and understanding of quality improvement processes
- Experience in service development
- A flexible personality with a good sense of humour
- Evidence of holistic feedback from peers and patients
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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).
