Neuromuscular Specialty Doctor

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Paediatric Neurology department at Alder Hey Children's Hospital for the appointment of a Specialty Doctor in Paediatric Neuromuscular Disorders.

This position involves all daytime activities dedicated to thepaediatric neuromuscular service within the paediatric neurology department. The role offers advanced training, research, and clinical experience, surpassing the level typically attained by Specialist Registrars at the end of their training in paediatrics or paediatric neurology.

The initial contract for this post will be for 12 months fixed term and a decision made on longer term between both the successful candidate and the Trust on whether this will be made permanent.

Main duties of the job

The primary focus of the Specialty Doctor position will be to develop expertise and contribute to the management and care of neuromuscular disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Further details can be found in the job description.

About us

As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions.In addition to our main hospital site, we offer paediatric services at a number of community sites and hold local clinics across Merseyside, Cumbria, Shropshire, Wales and the Isle of Man. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility.

Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists. Alongside this is ourInnovation Hub, a dedicated space where clinicians and industries can come together to create new products and technologies.

We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters.

Date posted

12 July 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£52,530 to £82,400 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

411-MED-24-6372625

Job locations

Alder Hey Children's Hospital

Liverpool

L12 2AP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Outpatient and Ambulatory Duties

Provide outpatient care under close supervision for children with complex neuromuscular disorders, progressively assuming greater responsibility in managing these patients under the guidance of paediatric neurology consultants.

Conduct 2-3 paediatric neuromuscular clinics per week.

Participate in neuromuscular MDT meetings.

Communicate effectively with other multidisciplinary specialties and families, including conducting telephone consultations,organise specialised investigations, and act on investigation results.

Inpatient Care

Provide support and advice to the junior doctors within the paediatric neurology department and assist in the care of inpatients when needed, working collaboratively with the paediatric neurology team.

Review of patients with neuromuscular disorders admitted electively for treatments like Zoledronic acid infusion, Nusinersen injections etc

Participate in regular ward rounds for children with complex neuromuscular disorders, mainly in the paediatric neurology ward, High Dependency Unit, or Intensive Care Unit.

Review patients with other complex neurological conditions, provide initial management plans, organise and support investigations and treatments, and attend relevant MDT meetings.

Supervise the neuromuscular clinical research fellows and neurology junior doctors to ensure safe and effective care for children under the care of consultant paediatric neurologists.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Outpatient and Ambulatory Duties

Provide outpatient care under close supervision for children with complex neuromuscular disorders, progressively assuming greater responsibility in managing these patients under the guidance of paediatric neurology consultants.

Conduct 2-3 paediatric neuromuscular clinics per week.

Participate in neuromuscular MDT meetings.

Communicate effectively with other multidisciplinary specialties and families, including conducting telephone consultations,organise specialised investigations, and act on investigation results.

Inpatient Care

Provide support and advice to the junior doctors within the paediatric neurology department and assist in the care of inpatients when needed, working collaboratively with the paediatric neurology team.

Review of patients with neuromuscular disorders admitted electively for treatments like Zoledronic acid infusion, Nusinersen injections etc

Participate in regular ward rounds for children with complex neuromuscular disorders, mainly in the paediatric neurology ward, High Dependency Unit, or Intensive Care Unit.

Review patients with other complex neurological conditions, provide initial management plans, organise and support investigations and treatments, and attend relevant MDT meetings.

Supervise the neuromuscular clinical research fellows and neurology junior doctors to ensure safe and effective care for children under the care of consultant paediatric neurologists.

Person Specification

Education and training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
Full MRCPH or equivalent

Desirable

Research Degree

Person Specification

Education and training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
Full MRCPH or equivalent

Desirable

Research Degree

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

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