Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated doctors to join our team in the Paediatric Emergency Department at St Mary's Hospital. This job is ideal for trainees who wish to gain confidence and competencies in the assessment and management of acutely ill and injured children, and who are considering training in paediatrics or emergency medicine.
St Mary's Hospital is a busy Major Trauma Centre in London, and has a range of paediatric medical and surgical specialities, including PID, Haematology, Neurology, Allergy, Renal and PICU. It is one of the key trusts in the North London Paediatric Specialist Network, and an internationally respected academic and research unit. The department is staffed by dedicated paediatric nurses and led by a team of PEM consultants. Trainees come from both paediatric and emergency medicine backgrounds on a 2-tier rota.
We are looking for dedicated doctors who have completed their foundation training, and have a real interest in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine. Experience in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine is desirable, although we will consider suitable candidates without.
Candidates must have had at least 1 year experience of paid working in the NHS in the UK ("observer ships" do not count).
Main duties of the job
Doctors, under the supervision of the consultant and senior trainees, will see all varieties of presentations (medical and trauma), to gain experience in all aspects of emergency care in children. We are supported by the inpatient paediatric team, as well as the paediatric and surgical specialties.
Key areas of responsibilities;
- To provide initial assessment and treatment of children brought to the Emergency Department
- To gain experience in the resuscitation of critically unwell and injured children
- To complete quality improvement projects to improve the care the department can provide for it's patients
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties:
- To provide safe and effective clinical care to children in the department, under the supervision of the Paediatric Emergency Medicine Consultant, in accordance with departmental and trust clinical guidelines and evidence.
- To help provide on-going care for children on CDU, who are likely to go home within the next few hours, and to help treat and escalate if these children become more unwell.
- To help with the resuscitation and stabilisation of significantly injured or sick children.
- To help perform procedures including minor orthopaedic procedures, suturing etc
- To be responsible for good safety netting and signposting on discharge, and ensuring the safety of children on discharge from the department.
- To provide good communication with nursing staff and colleagues, and work cohesively as part of the team.
- To help support, and learn from, colleagues with differing clinical backgrounds
- To liaise effectively with colleagues from different specialties, and with HCP in the community (GP, midwife, school nurses etc).
- To effectively use the computerised system for patient records, ordering, results and communication (discharge letters).
- To ensure all safeguarding concerns are addressed and communicated.
Administration/ Managerial Responsibilities
- To develop and hone the skills in working an Emergency Department prioritisation, safety, flow and efficient working.
- To comply with trust and department rules and professional behaviours.
- To complete a Quality improvement project or audit
- To ensure outstanding results and actions are completed.
Scope and purpose of job description
This post will have some non-clinical time allocated for projects and education. The department has a wealth of expertise in many aspects of paediatric emergency medicine, and in educational and quality improvement work. We will expect the successful candidate to undertake significant projects in one or more of the following areas during their time with us:
- Paediatric Trauma
- Research projects in Paediatric EM
- Quality Improvement
- Education and Simulation
- Sepsis
- Tropical and Infectious Diseases in ED
- Ambulatory care and SDEC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties:
- To provide safe and effective clinical care to children in the department, under the supervision of the Paediatric Emergency Medicine Consultant, in accordance with departmental and trust clinical guidelines and evidence.
- To help provide on-going care for children on CDU, who are likely to go home within the next few hours, and to help treat and escalate if these children become more unwell.
- To help with the resuscitation and stabilisation of significantly injured or sick children.
- To help perform procedures including minor orthopaedic procedures, suturing etc
- To be responsible for good safety netting and signposting on discharge, and ensuring the safety of children on discharge from the department.
- To provide good communication with nursing staff and colleagues, and work cohesively as part of the team.
- To help support, and learn from, colleagues with differing clinical backgrounds
- To liaise effectively with colleagues from different specialties, and with HCP in the community (GP, midwife, school nurses etc).
- To effectively use the computerised system for patient records, ordering, results and communication (discharge letters).
- To ensure all safeguarding concerns are addressed and communicated.
Administration/ Managerial Responsibilities
- To develop and hone the skills in working an Emergency Department prioritisation, safety, flow and efficient working.
- To comply with trust and department rules and professional behaviours.
- To complete a Quality improvement project or audit
- To ensure outstanding results and actions are completed.
Scope and purpose of job description
This post will have some non-clinical time allocated for projects and education. The department has a wealth of expertise in many aspects of paediatric emergency medicine, and in educational and quality improvement work. We will expect the successful candidate to undertake significant projects in one or more of the following areas during their time with us:
- Paediatric Trauma
- Research projects in Paediatric EM
- Quality Improvement
- Education and Simulation
- Sepsis
- Tropical and Infectious Diseases in ED
- Ambulatory care and SDEC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College exams (e.g. MRCPCH, MRCEM, MRCP, MRCS etc)
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Understanding of research in acute care settings
Desirable
- Publication in peer review journal
Language
Essential
- Ability to speak and write English to IELTS level 7 or above (IELTS completed if required.)
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Quality Improvement projects
Desirable
- Completion of QI project / audit cycle
- Presentation to a regional or national group / conference
Clinical Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support
- Advanced Life support (APLS)
- Advanced trauma skills (ATLS / ETC)
Relevant experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation training
- At least 1 year previous experience in the UK NHS ("observerships" doesn't count)
Desirable
- Experience in paediatrics / emergency medicine
- Other related experience (trauma / surgery/ anaesthetics / surgery)
Communication skills
Essential
- Show empathy and listening skills
- Ability to write clear and relevant notes and discharge / referral letters.
- Excellent communication skills with patients, families and colleagues
- Be able to discuss and refer patients to specialty teams within the trust and at other institutions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College exams (e.g. MRCPCH, MRCEM, MRCP, MRCS etc)
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Understanding of research in acute care settings
Desirable
- Publication in peer review journal
Language
Essential
- Ability to speak and write English to IELTS level 7 or above (IELTS completed if required.)
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Quality Improvement projects
Desirable
- Completion of QI project / audit cycle
- Presentation to a regional or national group / conference
Clinical Skills
Essential
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support
- Advanced Life support (APLS)
- Advanced trauma skills (ATLS / ETC)
Relevant experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation training
- At least 1 year previous experience in the UK NHS ("observerships" doesn't count)
Desirable
- Experience in paediatrics / emergency medicine
- Other related experience (trauma / surgery/ anaesthetics / surgery)
Communication skills
Essential
- Show empathy and listening skills
- Ability to write clear and relevant notes and discharge / referral letters.
- Excellent communication skills with patients, families and colleagues
- Be able to discuss and refer patients to specialty teams within the trust and at other institutions.
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).
