Job summary
Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist
The South Wales Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Network are delighted to invite applications for a substantive Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology, to join the dynamic multidisciplinary team based at the University Hospital of Wales site in Cardiff.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic colleague to join a current team of 3 consultants across the network. The applicants must possess CCT or be within 6 months of completing the CCT or equivalent in general paediatrics. They should have at least 2 years sub-specialty training in paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology & nutrition in an approved institution and preferably on or eligible for GMC sub-speciality register for Paediatric Gastroenterology.
Applicants must ensure they provide the names and contact details of referees covering at least the last three years of their employment/training history in full. In addition, applicants who are currently or have most recently been employed as a substantive Consultant or as a Locum Consultant in post for more than 12 months must also provide the name of their Medical Director as an additional referee.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve supporting colleagues across a South Wales Paediatric
Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (PGHAN) Network, including
scheduled outreach clinics in district general hospitals across the region; ability
to travel to other locations is therefore essential in order to fulfil the
requirements of the job plan.
You will provide with consultant colleagues (as appropriate) a service in the speciality to the hospitals so designated, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and promotion of health.
You will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge in
liaison with consultant colleagues and for the proper functioning of the
department in line with the Operational Policy and Strategic Plan (as amended
from time to time).
You will be responsible for the professional supervision and management of
junior medical staff. If appropriate the post holder will be named in the
contracts of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training
and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be required to participate in continuing medical education in ways
which are acceptable to the Chief Executive. The UHB supports the
requirements for continuing professional development as laid down by the
Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health and is committed to providing time
and financial support for these activities in line with the UHB Policy.
You will be required to participate in and contribute to Clinical Audit in line with
the Health Boards policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.
Domiciliary consultations - as appropriate to Cardiff and Vale residents in
accordance with the Health Board Policy.
The successful candidate will share the responsibilities for regional out-of
hours on-call work with the other consultants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be required to participate in continuing medical education in ways
which are acceptable to the Chief Executive. The UHB supports the
requirements for continuing professional development as laid down by the
Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health and is committed to providing time
and financial support for these activities in line with the UHB Policy.
You will be required to participate in and contribute to Clinical Audit in line with
the Health Boards policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.
Domiciliary consultations - as appropriate to Cardiff and Vale residents in
accordance with the Health Board Policy.
The successful candidate will share the responsibilities for regional out-of
hours on-call work with the other consultants.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Colonoscopy 'Training the Trainer' course attendance or attendance at a skills-based 'Training the Trainer' course
Experience
Essential
- Broad training and experience in Paediatrics
Desirable
- A sub-speciality interest within paediatric gastroenterology,
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
- Evidence of proactive engagement with appraisal and revalidation (or equivalent)
Research
Essential
- Evidence of research interests
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching medical students and resident doctors
Management
Essential
- Evidence of effective leadership skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Colonoscopy 'Training the Trainer' course attendance or attendance at a skills-based 'Training the Trainer' course
Experience
Essential
- Broad training and experience in Paediatrics
Desirable
- A sub-speciality interest within paediatric gastroenterology,
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
- Evidence of proactive engagement with appraisal and revalidation (or equivalent)
Research
Essential
- Evidence of research interests
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching medical students and resident doctors
Management
Essential
- Evidence of effective leadership skills
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).
