Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist, attracting 10PA's, at the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mary Hospital at Margate.
We are currently in an exciting period of expansion and development for Child Health services in East Kent Hospitals. Our most recent CQC inspection rated us GOOD for SAFE, GOOD for Effective, GOOD for Caring, and GOOD for Responsive. We are striving to achieve excellence with our consultant workforce increasing to ensure outstanding care for the local population and meet the RCPCH Facing the Future recommendations.
Candidates should be trained in general paediatrics and have spent a minimum of three years in approved posts/programmes in paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. The appointee will share the workload of the Paediatric Gastroenterology unit. Applicants should possess, or be within six months of receiving CCST/CCT in paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. This new post has arisen due to increasing demand for paediatric gastroenterological services across Kent.
We aim for every consultant to excel in both clinical and non-clinical endeavours, including clinical leadership, research, teaching and other allied areas, supported by innovative development programs provided within the trust.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will share responsibility with the current gastro consultant for the provision of services. The consultant will provide 9-5 cover for the service, including support of all patients locally, a consultation service for other departments and telephone advice.
The Consultant will provide dedicated Paediatric Gastroenterology Clinics. The post holder will be required to undertake both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic which involves overview of day case pH studies, impedance and breath tests. The post-holder may need to do outreach clinics in their geographical area of responsibility. They will be responsible not only for the clinics but also for providing general advice on any children with GI problems in that area, together with providing a lead for shared care arrangements.
The successful candidate will be expected to organise their workload and operate appointment systems in a manner that is consistent with good practice as laid out in the Trust policy. The candidate will be expected to work with Trust management to make optimum use of wards, theatre lists, clinics and other resources to contribute towards providing a high-quality service for children and meeting Trust targets.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Through our Family First scheme we pledge to find roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post - For more information please visit https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/careers/family-first-scheme/
We also offer removal expenses, up to 32 days' annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our 'We care' improvement journey, and medical education and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.
**Please note that interviews for this position will be taking place at the Kent & Canterbury hospital on the 25th April 2024**
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.
**Please note that interviews for this position will be taking place at the Kent & Canterbury hospital on the 25th April 2024**
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH / FRCPCH by examination or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within 6 months of CCT at time of scheduled interview
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School.
Desirable
- Higher degree, eg. MSc, MD, PhD in paediatrics.
- Other awards / titles e.g., Honorary lecturer
- Other post graduate qualification or clear potential to achieve e.g., MD/PhD
- APLS, EPALS or NLS Instructor
- Evidence of leadership attributes and experience
Other
Essential
- Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post, including on -call commitments and travel requirements
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status
- Experience and dedication to teaching peers, juniors, MDT members and beyond
- Experience in clinical research.
Desirable
- Qualifications in teaching
- Experience in specific modalities (e.g. simulation)
- Experience in leadership of clinical research including publication
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training.
- You will be a member of the relevant sub-speciality.
- Valid APLS and NLS
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS
- Wider experience, research, and training, in providing subspecialty service (if applicable.)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions
- Good communication skills, including communicating bad news
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
- Meets the requirements of the GMC's 'Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of risk management, annual job planning, appraisal review process, etc.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH / FRCPCH by examination or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within 6 months of CCT at time of scheduled interview
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or graduate of a UK Medical School.
Desirable
- Higher degree, eg. MSc, MD, PhD in paediatrics.
- Other awards / titles e.g., Honorary lecturer
- Other post graduate qualification or clear potential to achieve e.g., MD/PhD
- APLS, EPALS or NLS Instructor
- Evidence of leadership attributes and experience
Other
Essential
- Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post, including on -call commitments and travel requirements
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status
- Experience and dedication to teaching peers, juniors, MDT members and beyond
- Experience in clinical research.
Desirable
- Qualifications in teaching
- Experience in specific modalities (e.g. simulation)
- Experience in leadership of clinical research including publication
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training.
- You will be a member of the relevant sub-speciality.
- Valid APLS and NLS
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS
- Wider experience, research, and training, in providing subspecialty service (if applicable.)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions
- Good communication skills, including communicating bad news
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
- Meets the requirements of the GMC's 'Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of risk management, annual job planning, appraisal review process, etc.
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).
