Job summary We are inviting applications to recruit Two substantive full-time consultant positions in the London Neonatal Transfer service.
They will be joining a pro-active team with an excellent clinical reputation in providing a high-quality Neonatal Transfer service to the region.
The consultant team delivers a high-quality service and use their knowledge and experience to lead and influence further development of the established London Neonatal transport service.
We are looking for applicants who can lead and develop innovative models of care which benefit the infants and their family.
We anticipate that the successful applicants to be part of a strong team and complement the team in delivering high quality care to an extremely vulnerable group of patients and their families.
Main duties of the job The pan London Neonatal Transfer Service is based at the Royal London providing both emergency and elective transfers within London and the Southeast.
Primary duties will include leading the delivery of a high-quality neonatal retrieval service serving over 28 hospitals in the region, participating in service development and training of high functioning multidisciplinary staff.
There will also be a responsibility to lead audit, service development and quality improvement About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation.
Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond.
That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time.
It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.
We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities You will be employed by Barts Health NHS Trust and will be based at The Royal London Hospital and will be working towards ten programmed activities.
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Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent CCT in Paediatrics (Neonatology) or equivalent training The applicant should be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT by date of interview Desirable Higher degree in related field Tertiary level Neonatal experience at consultant level Experience and Knowledge Essential Wide neonatal experience Advanced clinical skills in neonatal medicine Evidence of leadership skill NLS Provider course Experience of transferring sick and unstable neonates Desirable Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Current certificate in APLS, or PALS/ARNI Provider NLS or ARNI Instructor Patient Safety Training (PSIRF) Skills Essential Evidence of basic management skills Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Understanding of Clinical Governance issues Evidence of involvement in multi-disciplinary audit Desirable Evidence of original work as demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals Presentation to learned societies Personal and people development Essential Ability to work well in a team.
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multicultural environment.
Good time management and organisational skills.
Evidence of drive, enthusiasm, and a flexible approach.
Evidence of commitment to continuing personal development.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Personal Skills Essential Computer literacy Desirable Training or experience in Data management and data analytics Personal qualities Essential Friendly demeanour Self-motivated Leadership qualities Flexible approach to work and Evidence of team working Ability to work under pressure Reliable work record Desirable Ability to guide and motivate other staff members