Job summary
Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Surgery ST3+
Applications are invited for 2 fixed term, 6-12 month ST3+ level posts (with possibility of extension) to start July 2024 within the Department of Paediatric Surgery at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be expected to carry out all duties of a Paediatric Surgery Specialist Registrar, participating in a 1 in 8 compliant on-call rota and the supporting the provision of the outreach service
Due to the high volumes of applications we receive for certain posts, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.After the closing date we strongly advise you check the email account which is registered. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we actively encourage applications from candidates from a BAME background.
St George's Healthcare operates a No Smoking Policy.
About us
St George's Hospital provides the in-patient service for all Specialist Paediatric Surgery, including Neonatal surgery in South West London. The present Consultants have developed strong sub- specialist interests in urology, including a neuropathic service, gastroenterology, thoracic, anorectal disorders and oncology. There is an extensive Outreach service to all District General Hospitals within South West London as well as within Surrey and a close association with the Royal Marsden Hospital.
The entire paediatric department has over 35 consultants managing infectious diseases, haematology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, respiratory, neurology and surgical patients. St George's paediatric department is a highly rated teaching and training centre with a diverse education programme.
We actively encourage applications from candidates from a BAME background.
Due to the high volumes of applications we receive for certain posts, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications.After the closing date we strongly advise you check the email account which is registered. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The successful applicant will be expected to carry out all duties of a Paediatric Surgery Specialist Registrar, participating in a 1 in 8 compliant on-call rota and the supporting the provision of the outreach service
- There are a number of academic meetings in the department. These meetings frequently involve members of other disciplines. There are also separate meetings run by the neonatal, infectious diseases, community and neurology teams.
- There is a regular programme of audit meetings. There are very active programmes of clinic and research meetings in other departments throughout the medical school. All staff are invited to attend.
- To have responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
- To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.
- To work in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation to employment and service delivery.
- To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Trust policies and professional codes and to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
- To comply with Georges Healthcare No Smoking Policies.
- To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The successful applicant will be expected to carry out all duties of a Paediatric Surgery Specialist Registrar, participating in a 1 in 8 compliant on-call rota and the supporting the provision of the outreach service
- There are a number of academic meetings in the department. These meetings frequently involve members of other disciplines. There are also separate meetings run by the neonatal, infectious diseases, community and neurology teams.
- There is a regular programme of audit meetings. There are very active programmes of clinic and research meetings in other departments throughout the medical school. All staff are invited to attend.
- To have responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
- To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.
- To work in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation to employment and service delivery.
- To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Trust policies and professional codes and to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
- To comply with Georges Healthcare No Smoking Policies.
- To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- APLS/ NLS
- Teaching Qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Ability to assess patients with a comprehensive history and physical examination
- Ability to make management plans and manage children with medical complexity
- Ability to triage between different priorities
- Experience looking after neonates and children of all ages in ED & inpatients
- At least five years of post-graduate Paediatric experience.
- Paediatrics experience as a Registered Doctor in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience in a UK tertiary hospital
- Experience leading resuscitation teams
- Experience in a dedicated children's ED
Skills
Essential
- Phlebotomy, cannulation, lumbar puncture in neonates and children
- IT skills
- Competence in performing clinical audit, service improvement and guideline development
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to teach skills
- Minor injury management
Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 child safeguarding training
- Intermediate knowledge of general paediatrics
Desirable
- Higher knowledge in paediatrics
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuing medical education
Desirable
- Ability to self motivate and motivate others
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- APLS/ NLS
- Teaching Qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Ability to assess patients with a comprehensive history and physical examination
- Ability to make management plans and manage children with medical complexity
- Ability to triage between different priorities
- Experience looking after neonates and children of all ages in ED & inpatients
- At least five years of post-graduate Paediatric experience.
- Paediatrics experience as a Registered Doctor in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience in a UK tertiary hospital
- Experience leading resuscitation teams
- Experience in a dedicated children's ED
Skills
Essential
- Phlebotomy, cannulation, lumbar puncture in neonates and children
- IT skills
- Competence in performing clinical audit, service improvement and guideline development
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to teach skills
- Minor injury management
Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 child safeguarding training
- Intermediate knowledge of general paediatrics
Desirable
- Higher knowledge in paediatrics
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuing medical education
Desirable
- Ability to self motivate and motivate others
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).
