About this role
Job summary
This appointment is for a Consultant Paediatrician With Expertise In Cardiology, the post holder will take work with the clinical lead, focusing on the development of the Paediatric Cardiology service across the department of Paediatrics at Lincoln County and Pilgrim Hospitals which are part of the United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The Paediatric Department within United Lincolnshire Hospitals is currently undergoing an exciting period of service redesign and has seen the greatest expansion in consultant numbers to facilitate this for many years. The Department is establishing Children and Young People assessment units (CYPAU) and will be aiming to meet the RCPCH 'Facing the Future' Standards.
There are excellent opportunities to develop clinical leadership skills and be part of service transformation in Lincolnshire. Lincoln University has secured a new Medical School since 2019. This is an excellent opportunity for the consultants to pursue/develop an academic career and medical education.
The successful candidate will be part of a forward-looking department of General Paediatrics and Neonatology. The person appointed will be required to devote substantially the whole of his / her time to the duties of this post.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would join a 11 consultant rota and would be expected to provide both paediatric and neonatal cover on a rolling consultant of the week rota. Cover of the acute inpatient ward/paediatric day assessment unit will be provided on a 1:11 rota. Cover of the neonatal unit will also provided on a 1:11 Hot week basis.
The successful applicant will conduct general paediatric clinics and have a number of dedicated paediatric cardiology duties and undertake a number of cardiology clinics at the primary sites.
The post holder will support the care of inpatients who have a paediatric cardiology diagnosis in NICU and general paediatric wards, plus Echocardiography where appropriate. They will be the primary contact for all referrals from inpatients and provide advice and support in managing these patients in liaison with the regional paediatric cardiology service. The post holder will contribute to the provision of high quality medical care for congenital cardiac patients requiring both acute and routine care.The post holder will also attend the joint cardiac meetings at the Regional Cardiac centre.
About us
The United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country. We provide a comprehensive range of hospital based medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric and gynaecological services to over 800,000 people across the county of Lincolnshire. We operate 4 hospital sites and deliver services in a range of other settings; we employ around 7,800 staff, and have a turnover in excess of £400m per annum.
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust will assist new employees, who are eligible, with relocation expenses.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further details regarding the job role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Clinical Skills Essential
Hold full GMC registration with a Licence to Practise MRCPCH or equivalent MBBS or equivalent Broad experience in Paediatrics and Neonates On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview.
Desirable
Additional recognised Qualifications
Special Interest Experience Essential
Special Interest (SPIN) in Cardiology Echocardiography Training 1 year Paediatric Cardiology experience Experience in managing children with both chronic and acute cardiac conditions
Desirable
Experience in Neonatal Echocardiography
Life Support Skill Essential
APLS or EPLS NLS Valid BLS Training
Desirable
Trainer status
Child Protection / Safeguarding experience Essential
Evidence of appropriate training and experience Evidence of Level 3 training
Desirable
Teaching on Child Protection course
Special Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Experience Essential
Experience in Clinical Audit Understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management Ability to work as part of a team Leadership skills Good time management Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to take initiative when required
Desirable
Protocol and Guideline development Experience in Clinical Leadership Evidence of Service Development Completion of leadership training
Research Essential
Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practise
Desirable
Publications in peer reviewed journals
Interests and Motivation to the Job Essential
Commitment to quality care and professional self development Enthusiasm and experience in teaching all grades of staff
Personal Circumstances Essential
Able to demonstrate flexibility to meet demands of the service Take responsibility for own action and promote good team working Ability to travel to rural locations Able to reside within 10 miles / 30 minutes travel time from base hospital for non-resident on call commitment
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address Lincoln County Hospital
Greetwell Road
Lincoln
LN25QY
Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)