Speciality Doctor in Paediatrics
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Job summary
This post is a permanent full-time (10 session) hospital based middle grade position in acute Paediatrics, which will allow us to expand our middle grade tier to five. The post holder will work with the resident Consultants of this District General Hospital to offer a first class service to the population of Herefordshire and surrounding catchment area.
Main duties of the job
This post offers an applicant with a background in paediatrics the opportunity to develop a key role in the department. The duties of the post include paediatric and neonatal ward work, outpatient clinics, assessment and treatment of patients in the Paediatric Assessment Unit and sharing with the Consultants the supervision and teaching of junior doctors. Other duties may in exceptional circumstances, be required to maintain a safe high quality service
There will be opportunities for in-service training and development of a special interest or participation in the CESR programme. Wye Valley NHS Trust believes in investing in our staff to develop local consultants and leaders of the future. We support all SAS doctors by investing in local teaching programmes for Generic Professional Capabilities such as Human Factors training, Leadership development and Quality Improvement training. Additionally we offer a consultant supervisor to all our SAS doctors in paediatrics who will support you to seek out the GMC and RCPCH competencies that you need to apply for a consultant post via the CESR route if you wish to pursue this. Research opportunities may be available within the trust and within the department through our dedicated paediatric research nurse and lead consultant. The Trust has two SAS tutors who advocate for this group of doctors, link with the wider SAS network in HEE and organise the monthly teaching afternoons for SAS doctors and other senior staff.
About us
If you've ever dreamt of living in a place which brings together the convenience of living in a city with the lifestyle associated with a home in a rural idyll, Herefordshire is the place for you.
Wye Valley NHS Trust's Department of Paediatrics is seeking to recruit to a full time specialty doctor (middle grade) post. The department offers first class paediatric medicine with a friendly team and delivers a comprehensive range of services. Successful applicants will benefit from working closely with resident on call consultants and a Trust committed to supporting their career development.
The City of Hereford and surrounding market towns offer a wide variety of lifestyles blending the traditional with the modern. This is a county of contrasts where walkers enjoy breath-taking views, adrenalin seekers rave about our rock faces and river rapids, and connoisseurs of fine food enthuse about the quality of our locally grown produce. Cycling, canoeing, climbing and kayaking sit neatly alongside theatres, art galleries, museums, festivals and more. There's something for everyone.
For more information and an informal chat Please contact:
Dr Lesley Peers, Consultant Paediatrician, Clinical Lead, Women and Children's Directorate Lesley.Peers@wvt.nhs.uk, tel: 01432 355444
Details
Date posted
12 August 2022
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£50,373 to £78,759 a year per annum according to experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
229-MK-SDMS-3744038-A
Job locations
County Hospital, Hereford
Union Walk
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Employer details
Employer name
Wye Valley NHS Trust
Address
County Hospital, Hereford
Union Walk
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Employer's website
https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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