Consultant Paediatrician with Specialist Interest in Diabetes

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Paediatrician with Specialist Interest in Paediatric Diabetes.

This 10PA post is for a substantive consultant Paediatrician with Specialist Interest in Paediatric Diabetes at the West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, based across Watford General and Hemel Hempstead General Hospitals.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of individuals devoted to providing the very best care for our patients.

Applicants must have full GMC registration and on the GMC's Specialist Register (via CCT or CESR) or within 6 months of the interview.

MRCPCH or Equivalent is essential. CCT/CESR in Paediatrics with CYP Diabetes SPIN accreditation.

Visits are encouraged and can be arranged through Dr Lynn Sinitsky Clinical Director, l.sinitsky@nhs.net - 01923 217992 (secretary)

Successful candidates will be also eligible for a relocation allowance in excess of £12,000 (if required) pro rata.

Interview Date: 27th March 2024

Main duties of the job

Consultant Paediatrician with Specialist Interest in Paediatric Diabetes.

The post holder will be expected to participate in the 1 in 12 acute paediatric rota with 1:12 attending weeks, with daily ward rounds and cover for Starfish ward Tuesdays-Mondays 08:30-18:00. The post holder will be required to participate in the acute on call rota for Paediatrics 1 in 12 from 18:00 till 08.30 weekdays and split weekend cover 1 in 6. Weekend cover includes a morning and evening ward round on Starfish ward and PAU.

Please kindly refer to the Job Description for the main duties of the job.

Further information can be obtained from the Clinical Director, Dr Lynn Sinitsky l.sinitsky@nhs.net

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!

The Trust is in line to receive government funding for major redevelopment works with construction due to start on new buildings in 2024. Plans include a new building at Watford General Hospital to house all clinical services with our hospitals at Hemel Hempstead and St Albans being refurbished throughout with some new buildings.

But our redevelopment is not just about new buildings. Each of our three hospitals will have a clearer role and a higher level of specialist care. This is a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people. Our hugely experienced project team of senior clinicians, architects, planners and construction experts have shaped our plans which embrace the latest best practice, including advances in design and digital healthcare.

The Trust is delighted to have recently been awarded Teaching Hospital status in recognition of its wide and well-renowned role in educating doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We have recently opened a multi-storey car park at Watford General Hospital.

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply. If you have any further questions, please contact us for additional information.

We strive to live by our Commitment, Care and Quality values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

Date posted

22 February 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£93,666 to £126,281 a year London Fringe £149 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-D-2202PD

Job locations

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Watford General Hospital, Vicarage Road

Watford

WD18 0HB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the main responsibilities of the job.

Further information can be obtained from the Clinical Director, Dr Lynn Sinitsky l.sinitsky@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the main responsibilities of the job.

Further information can be obtained from the Clinical Director, Dr Lynn Sinitsky l.sinitsky@nhs.net

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the PS

Essential

Please see attached JD

Desirable

Please see attached JD

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the PS

Essential

Please see attached JD

Desirable

Please see attached JD

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).