Job summary
This is a Trust grade Senior House Officer post for a full-time ST1-3 in General Paediatrics, based at Watford General Hospital. The duration of the post is for 4 months from 01/05/2024 to 01/09/2024, with the possibility for further contract extension and rotation to Neonatology for the right candidate.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a busy and vibrant Paediatric department.
The post will include the assessment and management of children and young people in the Children's Emergency Department, Paediatric Assessment Unit, Inpatient ward and Day-care settings.
The post holder would work as part of the tier 1 General Paediatric rota including daytime, out of hours and weekend work.
Main duties of the job
The post holder would rotate between the Paediatric department at Watford Hospital comprising an 18-20 bed Starfish Children's Ward with dedicated 2 bedded HDU, the Children's Emergency Department and 7 bedded Paediatric Assessment Unit.
The Main duties of the post will involve seeing, diagnosing, and treating paediatric patients, referring to other clinicians or general practitioners where appropriate.The successful post holders can expect to gain experience in understanding of the assessment and management of common disease in children as well as develop competence in the common practical procedures needed for paediatric patient. During the duration of the contract in this department, doctors are expected to become competent at organising the day-to-day duties of the clinical areas.
The post holder would be expected to participate in all the clinical, educational and training activities of the department. There would be a wide range of experience to be gained in General Paediatrics, Neonatology and its sub-specialities.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General and A & E Paediatrics:
Responsible for managing patients with the acute problems in the inpatient ward, Childrens Emergency Department and Paediatric Assessment Unit in Watford.
Covering the Safari Day unit adjacent to the in-patient ward.
Working closely under the supervision of middle grades, Consultants and other professionals involved in patient care.
Taking an active role in weekly education grand round meetings and micro teaching.
The post holder would be expected to participate in all activities of the department including:
Weekly Paediatric and Neonatal teaching, Simulation and Journal Clubs
Audit and Clinical Governance meetings
Attendance at Paediatric sub-specialty clinics
Study leave entitlement
Audit and research activities
Job description
Job responsibilities
General and A & E Paediatrics:
Responsible for managing patients with the acute problems in the inpatient ward, Childrens Emergency Department and Paediatric Assessment Unit in Watford.
Covering the Safari Day unit adjacent to the in-patient ward.
Working closely under the supervision of middle grades, Consultants and other professionals involved in patient care.
Taking an active role in weekly education grand round meetings and micro teaching.
The post holder would be expected to participate in all activities of the department including:
Weekly Paediatric and Neonatal teaching, Simulation and Journal Clubs
Audit and Clinical Governance meetings
Attendance at Paediatric sub-specialty clinics
Study leave entitlement
Audit and research activities
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for GMC registration to cover the scope of employment
- Satisfactory completion of FH01 and FH02 posts (or equivalent certified evidence of competence) at the time of taking up post
Desirable
- Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes
- MRCPCH Part 1 or 2
- Other degrees e.g. BSc. Masters, PhD (or equivalent)
Knowledge
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition.
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Experience
Essential
- Competent in basic procedures (which may be post specific) e.g. CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking.
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Understands current clinical issues in specialty Aware of own limitations, escalates to consultants and senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help.
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice
- Understands the principles of clinical governance - ensures patients are not put at risk
Desirable
- Knowledge or UK health systems and practices including the relationship between primary and secondary care and interprofessional relationships.
- Knowledge of current issues in the NHS
- Information Technology Skills - Electronic Patient Record Systems
- Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
- Has participated in clinical audit
Skills and ability
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Potential to benefit from the training available i.e. fits with career aspirations
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Personal qualities
Essential
- Evidence of self-motivation and initiative
- Commitment to the specialty
- Ability to work in a MDT
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for GMC registration to cover the scope of employment
- Satisfactory completion of FH01 and FH02 posts (or equivalent certified evidence of competence) at the time of taking up post
Desirable
- Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes
- MRCPCH Part 1 or 2
- Other degrees e.g. BSc. Masters, PhD (or equivalent)
Knowledge
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition.
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Experience
Essential
- Competent in basic procedures (which may be post specific) e.g. CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking.
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Understands current clinical issues in specialty Aware of own limitations, escalates to consultants and senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help.
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice
- Understands the principles of clinical governance - ensures patients are not put at risk
Desirable
- Knowledge or UK health systems and practices including the relationship between primary and secondary care and interprofessional relationships.
- Knowledge of current issues in the NHS
- Information Technology Skills - Electronic Patient Record Systems
- Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
- Has participated in clinical audit
Skills and ability
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Potential to benefit from the training available i.e. fits with career aspirations
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Personal qualities
Essential
- Evidence of self-motivation and initiative
- Commitment to the specialty
- Ability to work in a MDT
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).
