Job summary
The advertised post of Senior Clinical Fellow (Registrar) in Paediatrics is to start as soon as possible on a full-time basis for 12 months.
Main duties of the job
The post offers clinical experience in a supportive General Paediatric unit with exposure to level 1 Neonates and is suitable to anyone interested in pursuing a career in Paediatrics.
This is a full time post and is part of full shift system, as 2nd on call, Middle Grade in Paediatrics with level 1 Neonatal care.
- Recognition, assessment and management of unwell/sick children in acute/ambulatory setting
- Neonatal assessments and resuscitation skills
- Participate in the on call rota.
- Conduct General Paediatric outpatient clinics under Consultant supervision
- Participate in audits and current research projects
- Participate in the teaching of resident doctors and Medical Students.
- Involvement in Quality improvement projects
- To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the hospital.
- To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant in conjunction, where practicable, with their colleagues
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please See the attached Job Description for further details and the requirements for this post .
This post offers clinical experience in:
- Recognition, assessment and management of unwell/sick children in acute/ambulatory setting
- Neonatal assessments and resuscitation skills
- Conducting General Paediatric outpatient clinics under Consultant supervisio
All staff are expected to be involved in Clinical Governance and be part of an Audit group.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please See the attached Job Description for further details and the requirements for this post .
This post offers clinical experience in:
- Recognition, assessment and management of unwell/sick children in acute/ambulatory setting
- Neonatal assessments and resuscitation skills
- Conducting General Paediatric outpatient clinics under Consultant supervisio
All staff are expected to be involved in Clinical Governance and be part of an Audit group.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- APLS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- MRCPCH
- Newborn life support certification (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Additional Degree or Equivalent
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- Completion of ST1- 2 or equivalent at time of starting post
- Evidence of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to team approach and multidisciplinary working.
Desirable
- Experience at CT/ST 1-2 level in the UK or equivalent
- Recent experience of providing services in an NHS setting
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- APLS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- MRCPCH
- Newborn life support certification (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Additional Degree or Equivalent
Clinical experience and effectiveness
Essential
- Completion of ST1- 2 or equivalent at time of starting post
- Evidence of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to team approach and multidisciplinary working.
Desirable
- Experience at CT/ST 1-2 level in the UK or equivalent
- Recent experience of providing services in an NHS setting
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).
