Locum Consultant Community Paediatrician
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
The closing date is 02 April 2025
Job summary
Locum Consultant Community Paediatrician Combined Role : 10 PAs [Community Paediatrician Role - 9 PAs per week with safeguarding rota 1 PA per week] Fixed Term 12 months post
1. Child Development Assessment Clinics -Neurodevelopmental assessment.
2. Assessment for children under 5 years for diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
3. Working within Multidisciplinary Integrated Service at the Moor Lane Centre - joint assessments/MDT review/CPIP assessment / development of care pathways
4. Medication review clinics for ADHD and sleep.
5. Provide medical advice to the Local SEND according to statutory legislation and guidance for children with special educational needs.
6. Provide health assessment and medical advice for Children Looked After Service
7. Provide clinical supervision for junior medical staff based within the Integrated Service
Neurodevelopmental Assessment Clinics
This clinic based work includes face to face and virtual assessments for new and review cases presenting with developmental concerns accepted through our single point of access (ITAC). Assessment to consider possible diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Movement Disorders and Neuromuscular Disorders and Globally Impaired Developmental Profile.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Governance
The Provider will ensure all clinicians conduct clinical practice in line with NICE (National Institute for Clinical Excellence) clinical guidance.
The Provider will be expected to register all regulated activities set out within this service specification with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
All clinicians delivering the requirements set out within this service specification will adhere to local clinical governance arrangements of their employing organisation's and actively participate in regular audits to ensure safe practice. The Provider will be expected to provide progress reports to the ISCD Management Board on the timely completion of audits and any areas relating to the ISCD service that require action.
The Provider shall inform the Head of Service of any serious incidents or near misses in a timely and appropriate manner.
The Provider shall provide regular clinical leadership and supervision on a monthly basis to the consultant pediatricians delivering the requirements of this specification
To comply with the Trust's Clinical Governance Policy and to participate in relevant multidisciplinary and
Uni-professional clinical audit projects
To undertake Clinical Risk Management and Clinical Governance activities of the department and Trust
To ensure full and proper records are completed for this purpose
Participate in QI project appropriate to job plan
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Date posted
12 March 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
396-2780-MS
Job locations
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Moor Lane
Chessington
KT9 2AA
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Moor Lane
Chessington
KT9 2AA
Employer's website
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