NHS
Job title:
Consultant Paediatrician – RLI
Company
NHS
Job description
UHMBT are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to apply for a newly created acute consultant paediatrician vacancy based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary on the doorstep of the Lake District,England’s largest National Park and UNESCO World Heritage SiteWe are seeking dynamic, motivated and ambitious individuals who will enhance our established and expanding team of consultant paediatricians. You will play a vital role in the delivery of healthcare for Children and Young People across the Morecambe Bay Footprint with the ability to work independently, but within a supportive, forward thinking and collaborative team.An area of special interest to complement those already available in the Department is welcomed and can be discussed. We are particularly interested in candidates with an interest in Paediatric Neurology/Epilepsy and would support the pursuit of a SPIN module if required. We would also support candidates in developing a special interest in these areas if that interest is new to them.Main duties of the jobRoyal Lancaster Infirmary provides a 1:8 on-call, to cover both the acute paediatric service and the Local Neonatal Unit, where we operate a separate consultant of the week model for both the paediatric ward and the neonatal unit.The vacancies would be attractive to individuals looking for either full or part-time employment, working for an organisation who actively promotes a healthy work and home life balance. This beautiful part of the country enables you to discover spectacular landscapes, picturesque villages, along with a warm welcome and rich cultural heritage. Whether you want to take time to explore the fells, splash about on the lakes, take a wild adventure or simply enjoy the peace.About usWe operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises.FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical Care units and various Consultant-led services.We are working towards becoming atruly inclusive organisationbycelebrating inclusion and diversity, and arecommitted to eliminating discrimination,reducing health inequalities,promoting equal opportunitiesandrespect for all of our colleagues and patients.We are working hard to enhance the health and wellbeing of our workforce,improving the qualityof their working life andvaluing their contributiontohigh quality patient care. Our Flourish at Work is a big part of that.This post would also be attractive to individuals looking for eitherfull or part-time employment, working for an organisation who activelypromotes a healthy work and home life balance.The successful applicant may be entitled toassistance with removal and other associated expensesfor those who may be required to move their home to take up employment with the Trust.Date posted05 March 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number331-L0390325Job locationsRoyal Lancaster InfirmaryAshton RoadLancasterLA1 4RPJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFull details of main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description and person specification for this role.Application for this post will only be accepted if you are in the process of obtaining your CCT/CSER within six months of interview.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFull details of main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description and person specification for this role.Application for this post will only be accepted if you are in the process of obtaining your CCT/CSER within six months of interview.Person SpecificationPerson SpecEssential
- Full GMC with a licence to practice and entry on Specialist Register or in the receipt of CCT within six months of interview
- Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (or equivalent)
- Completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) in Paediatrics
- Completed and up to date with APLS/NLS (or equivalent) and level 3 Child Protection Training
- Acute and non-acute paediatric problems, including medical, surgical, child protection, resuscitation, and neonatal care
- Proven experience in clinical audit
- Experience of clinical supervision of juniors and relevant staff in other disciplines
- Recent active involvement in delivery of Medical Education and multi professional training
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues in all disciplines
- Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at appropriate professional meetings and courses/ meeting requirements of CPD
- Clinical supervision skills training
- Previous participation in a management role
- Evidence of the development of leadership skills within the work environment
- Completion of Educational Supervision training
Person SpecificationPerson SpecEssential
- Full GMC with a licence to practice and entry on Specialist Register or in the receipt of CCT within six months of interview
- Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (or equivalent)
- Completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) in Paediatrics
- Completed and up to date with APLS/NLS (or equivalent) and level 3 Child Protection Training
- Acute and non-acute paediatric problems, including medical, surgical, child protection, resuscitation, and neonatal care
- Proven experience in clinical audit
- Experience of clinical supervision of juniors and relevant staff in other disciplines
- Recent active involvement in delivery of Medical Education and multi professional training
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their parents and other relatives and with colleagues in all disciplines
- Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at appropriate professional meetings and courses/ meeting requirements of CPD
- Clinical supervision skills training
- Previous participation in a management role
- Evidence of the development of leadership skills within the work environment
- Completion of Educational Supervision training
Expected salary
£105504 – 139882 per year
Location
Lancaster
Job date
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:34:58 GMT
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