Locally Employed Doctor in Paediatrics

This post is for a Trust Doctor to help cover gaps in the middle grade staffing due to a shortfall in registrar numbers. This is a full time post with resident on-call. Neonatal cover is provided separately. The job will include working on the Children’s Assessment Unit, participating in ward rounds and providing cover for the in-patient wards. Supervision of more junior colleagues will be expected. There is no regular out-patient commitment in this post. The Consultants provide a consultant of the week service so close team working with both junior and senior colleagues will be required. Basic Postgraduate - MB BS or equivalent - PLAB if applicable - MRCPCH Part 1a and Part 1b or equivalent - Full MRCPCH or equivalent Experience: - A minimum of 24 months experience at SHO (ST 1-3) or equivalent in Paediatrics/Paediatric Sub-Specialties - Previous experience on a Middle Grade rota or equivalent in paediatrics the UK - APLS provider (or equivalent) Knowledge - Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge. - Understands principles of clinical governance and medical audit. - Understanding and implementation of evidence based practice. - Evidence of involvement in audit. Clinical Skills - Accepts responsibility and is competent the initial management of the spectrum of paediatric emergencies. - Competent in practical skills required to function as a middle grade paediatrician - Knows own limitations Interpersonal Skills - Willing to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate. - Good oral and written presentation skills. - Able to communicate with parents and children effectively and sympathetically Attitude - Able to function successfully under stress. Team-working Skills - Able to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team. - Supportive to juniors - Understands and values roles of other health professionals. Motivation - Contributes to departmental teaching/training sessions. - Able to organise own learning. Management ability - Sets realistic goals and deadlines - Good organisation skills and time management Other - Full registration and licence to practice with GMC - Computer literate