Job summary
There is 1 post available at this time for a Clinical fellow within the Paediatric Surgical Team. The job has been structured to ensure a variety of clinical duties are available. It is expected that the post-holder will work closely with colleagues from other specialities within the hospital & primary care.
There are excellent opportunities to be involved in academic work in the several research projects being run in the dept.
Responsibilities will also require the post holder to fully participate in the teaching and training of all professional groups and play a central role in clinical governance issues within the specialty of Paediatric Surgery.
The Trust has developed a reputation for excellence in Trauma Care and since April 2010, has been recognised as one of the three Major Trauma Centres for London. In February 2012 Paediatric services moved into Britain's biggest new hospital at The Royal London Hospital site, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities.
Individuals will require full GMC Registration and will hold MRCS or equivalent. Some training and expertise in paediatric surgery is essential.This post is to commence from ASAP for duration of 1 year with definite scope for extension.
In line with our commitment to improving the working lives of our junior doctors, the duties and the hours of the new post will be fully compliant with the European Working Time Directive.
Main duties of the job
This post allows the candidate to join a very busy centre offering exposure to neonatal surgery, GI surgery and urology, and Paediatric trauma. There are excellent opportunities to be involved in academic work in the several research projects being run in the dept.
It is one of the largest Paediatric Gastro-Surgery services in the UK, which is closely associated with the adult gastro- intestinal surgical dept and the GI physiology labs. The Paediatric Surgery dept comprises of 5 surgeons, two of whom will practice Paediatric Urology and three will provide the GI service, all will take part in the on call rota for neonates and other emergencies.
At present, Mr Phelps, Mr Cleeve and Mr Charlesworth are the Paediatric GI surgeons; they look after patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease jointly with the Paediatric gastroenterologists. They also provide a service for the children with Gastro-oesophageal Reflux or feeding problems requiring fundoplications and or gastrostomies/jejunostomies. The department of Adult Gastroenterology has an international reputation in the investigation of Motility Disorders and close collaboration exists with them. There are plans for the Paediatric Surgical Service to become more involved in the investigation and management of children with Motility Disorders. Mr Misra and Mrs Ashwini Joshi provide a Paediatric Urology service for the region.
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in Advanced Paediatric Life Support Course OR Advanced Trauma Life Support Course line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
- Possession of FRCS, MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Advanced Paediatric Life Support Course OR Advanced Trauma Life Support Course
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Previous experience in Paediatric Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of Research Activity/Publications
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching experience to Undergraduates
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in Advanced Paediatric Life Support Course OR Advanced Trauma Life Support Course line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
- Possession of FRCS, MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Advanced Paediatric Life Support Course OR Advanced Trauma Life Support Course
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 3 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Previous experience in Paediatric Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of Research Activity/Publications
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching experience to Undergraduates
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).
