Consultant in Paediatric GastroenterologyThe Jenny Lind Children's Hospital, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is seeking a substantive 8PA consultant in paediatric gastroenterology. The successful appointee will help shape the developments of this well-established unit and the East of England paediatric Gastroenterology network. The post comprises of 8PA (1.25 SPA and 6.75 PA of clinical work) in paediatric gastroenterology to deliver clinical services at NNUH as part of the East of England Paediatric Gastroenterology Network. There is no commitment to acute paediatrics or to on-call unless the applicant wishes to explore these options to create a 10PA contract.
Main duties of the jobThe successful applicant will work with colleagues in paediatric gastroenterology, paediatric medicine, surgery, and neonatology to provide gastroenterology and nutrition support to inpatients and outpatients in the Jenny Lind Children Hospital. They will collaborate with colleagues at Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) to develop closer clinical, research, and training links, as lead centres within the regional paediatric gastroenterology network. It is anticipated that with local and regional development and research opportunities the post may evolve and develop into a 10 PA Paediatric Gastroenterology post.
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person SpecificationQualificationsFull GMCMRCPCH or equivalentEntry on the GMC Specialist Register via: o CCT in paediatrics OR Equivalent (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview).Higher degree such as MD, MSc or PhD.EPLS or APLS certificationExperienceApplicants who are Nationals from another European country or elsewhere overseas would have to show equivalence to the 5 years training period in the National Health Service required for the specialty.Demonstrable knowledge and commitment to a career in paediatric gastroenterology2 years paediatric gastroenterology training or experience in a tertiary centre.Competent at management of inpatients and outpatients with gastroenterological conditionsIndependently competent at upper and lower GI diagnostic endoscopyTraining to level 3 safeguarding and experience of safeguarding at Specialist Registrar or ConsultantExpertise in interventional endoscopyExperience of teaching endoscopyJAG certificationTeachingExperience of formal and on-the-job clinical teachingEnthusiasm to teach clinical skillsCommitment to under/postgraduate and multidisciplinary teaching & trainingRecognised postgraduate course in teaching/training (T5 or similar)Postgraduate qualification in teaching (PGCert or similar)Clinical GovernanceAble to deliver high quality paediatric careKnowledge and experience of clinical auditLogical, analytical, and self-critical approach to clinical practiceExpertise in Risk ManagementInterestsCommitment to delivering high quality consultant-led care in paediatric gastroenterology.Flexible outlook on working hours.CircumstancesMust live within a 15-mile radius of the base Trust or 30 minutes travelling time when on callFull driving licenseCommunications and Language SkillsAbility to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staffGood knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written EnglishAbility to present effectively to an audience using a variety of methods and to respond to questions and queriesResearchUnderstanding of research techniques and design.Evidence-based medicinePublished ResearchPublished papers in area of special interest.Previous exposure to basic science, translational research, complex data analysisDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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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