Trust Grade (ST4+ Equivalent) in Child Health - Scarborough Hospital
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Duties will be divided between the paediatric ward and the level 1 neonatal unit.
You will be responsible, with the support of Consultants, for the day-to-day care of all medical admissions to the children's ward, and the provision of shared care for all surgical, orthopaedic and dental patients admitted to the paediatric ward.
Other responsibilities include the ward rounds on the general paediatric wards and neonatal unit, as well as providing support to junior colleagues regarding routine examination of newborn babies in the maternity ward, resuscitation of the newborn in the delivery suites, and the care of patients on the neonatal unit.
The rota includes outpatient sessions where new patients are seen with Paediatric Consultants.
The department runs a consultant of the week system (with a separate consultant covering paediatrics and neonates during the week) and the successful post holder(s) will be well supported at all times. Although this post is not a formal training post, the post holder will be exposed to the same educational opportunities and supervision as the other junior doctors.
We operate a full shift system, and the post holder(s) will work a combination of normal working days, long days, and night shifts including weekend work.
Main duties of the job The principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients:
To comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor.
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To undertake duties as defined within the job description in so far as practicable and in agreement with your clinical director.
To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
On commencement, ensure personal attendance at the Trust's Corporate Induction.
To participate in the Trust's statutory and mandatory training programme.
To be responsible for the clinical management of in and out patients under your care.
To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.
To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.
About us York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, including Scarborough and Bridlington. We are the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sites. Our mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve. We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best places to live in the UK. In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes, and discounts. There is also a competitive relocation package of up to £18,000. To support your learning and development, you will be entitled to a study leave budget of £3,000 across three years, along with support from our learning and development team. The Trust also offers an extra 2 days annual leave for consultants on top of the existing allowance as detailed in the 2008 - Consultant Terms and Conditions. More information can be found on the Trust's website in the 'Working for Us' section.
Job responsibilities For more information please see the job description attached.
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves, and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain's Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person Specification Qualifications and experience
Has achieved MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Full MRCPCH qualification.
Satisfactory completion of F1/F2 post or equivalent.
At least 2 years of paediatric experience (excluding foundation training).
At least 6 months tertiary neonatal experience.
APLS.
NLS.
Level 2 safeguarding training.
Distinctions, scholarships, prizes.
Experience of research.
12 Months continuous experience within the NHS.
Level 3 safeguarding training.
Full registration with the GMC.
Knowledge and skills
Competence in basic clinical procedures.
Able to prioritise clinical need, time, and workload.
Aware of own limitations.
Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection.
Understand the importance of working effectively in teams.
Ability to assess, recognise, and initiate management of the acutely ill patient and play an effective part in advanced life support.
Knowledge of UK health systems, practices and values; awareness of current issues in the NHS.
Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Teaching, audit and research
Understanding of the basic principles of audit and clinical governance.
Contributes to teaching and learning of others.
Active participation in clinical audit.
Communication & interpersonal skills
Able to communicate effectively in a medical context.
Able to discuss treatment options with patients and carers in a way they can understand.
Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Experience of working in teams.
Detailed knowledge of the Safeguarding Agenda and its relevant legislation policy and guidance.
Understand the responsibilities of being an employee of the NHS.
Evidence of communication skills.
Personal attributes and experience
Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately.
Respects and promotes the individual's rights, interests, preferences, beliefs, and culture.
Evidence of leadership qualities.
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.
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You will be responsible, with the support of Consultants, for the day-to-day care of all medical admissions to the children's ward, and the provision of shared care for all surgical, orthopaedic and dental patients admitted to the paediatric ward.
Other responsibilities include the ward rounds on the general paediatric wards and neonatal unit, as well as providing support to junior colleagues regarding routine examination of newborn babies in the maternity ward, resuscitation of the newborn in the delivery suites, and the care of patients on the neonatal unit.
The rota includes outpatient sessions where new patients are seen with Paediatric Consultants.
The department runs a consultant of the week system (with a separate consultant covering paediatrics and neonates during the week) and the successful post holder(s) will be well supported at all times. Although this post is not a formal training post, the post holder will be exposed to the same educational opportunities and supervision as the other junior doctors.
We operate a full shift system, and the post holder(s) will work a combination of normal working days, long days, and night shifts including weekend work.
Main duties of the job The principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients:
To comply with the GMC requirements of Duties of a Doctor.
To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
To undertake duties as defined within the job description in so far as practicable and in agreement with your clinical director.
To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
On commencement, ensure personal attendance at the Trust's Corporate Induction.
To participate in the Trust's statutory and mandatory training programme.
To be responsible for the clinical management of in and out patients under your care.
To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.
To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.
About us York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, including Scarborough and Bridlington. We are the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sites. Our mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve. We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best places to live in the UK. In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes, and discounts. There is also a competitive relocation package of up to £18,000. To support your learning and development, you will be entitled to a study leave budget of £3,000 across three years, along with support from our learning and development team. The Trust also offers an extra 2 days annual leave for consultants on top of the existing allowance as detailed in the 2008 - Consultant Terms and Conditions. More information can be found on the Trust's website in the 'Working for Us' section.
Job responsibilities For more information please see the job description attached.
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves, and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain's Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person Specification Qualifications and experience
Has achieved MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
Full MRCPCH qualification.
Satisfactory completion of F1/F2 post or equivalent.
At least 2 years of paediatric experience (excluding foundation training).
At least 6 months tertiary neonatal experience.
APLS.
NLS.
Level 2 safeguarding training.
Distinctions, scholarships, prizes.
Experience of research.
12 Months continuous experience within the NHS.
Level 3 safeguarding training.
Full registration with the GMC.
Knowledge and skills
Competence in basic clinical procedures.
Able to prioritise clinical need, time, and workload.
Aware of own limitations.
Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection.
Understand the importance of working effectively in teams.
Ability to assess, recognise, and initiate management of the acutely ill patient and play an effective part in advanced life support.
Knowledge of UK health systems, practices and values; awareness of current issues in the NHS.
Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care.
Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Teaching, audit and research
Understanding of the basic principles of audit and clinical governance.
Contributes to teaching and learning of others.
Active participation in clinical audit.
Communication & interpersonal skills
Able to communicate effectively in a medical context.
Able to discuss treatment options with patients and carers in a way they can understand.
Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Experience of working in teams.
Detailed knowledge of the Safeguarding Agenda and its relevant legislation policy and guidance.
Understand the responsibilities of being an employee of the NHS.
Evidence of communication skills.
Personal attributes and experience
Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately.
Respects and promotes the individual's rights, interests, preferences, beliefs, and culture.
Evidence of leadership qualities.
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.
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