Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatrics
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week (includes nights, weekends and long days. No additional PAs.)
- Job ref
- 430-WC1007A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Milton Keynes University Hospital
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £59,175 - £95,400 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/01/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 28/01/2025
Employer heading
Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job overview
The Paediatric and Neonatal units are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated doctors to join our friendly and dynamic team.
You will be part of the medical team, offering assessment and delivering high quality, patient centred care for children and young people across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
You will have opportunity to gain experience in undertaking quality improvement and audit work, advocating for children and young people.
The post holder will be part of a supportive and learning environment that encourages both professional and personal development.
Informal enquiries or visits are actively encouraged.
Please note that this post is subject to an initial probationary period of six months, extendable up to a period of 12 months. A DBS check may be required for new employees. MKUH promotes an inclusive workforce and proactively welcomes applications from underrepresented groups in our community.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for work under the supervision of Consultant Paediatricians. You will take part in the full shift rota and be expected to participate in the day to day activities of the department, working as part of the medical team.
Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive efficient paediatric service across Milton Keynes.
Provide evidence-based care for all patients within their sphere of responsibility.
Liaise effectively and in a timely manner with the General Practitioners, Community Services and all other health care agencies when appropriate.
Responsible for carrying out teaching as required and to contribute to postgraduate and continuing medical education activity.
Required to participate in audit, clinical governance.
Involvement in research is encouraged.
Medical and dental staff employed by the Trust are expected to comply with regional and appropriate hospital health and safety policies.
Working for our organisation
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
We believe the continued growth of the hospital will allow us to expand and improve our services to offer the very best care to the people of Milton Keynes, and beyond.
Located just 50 miles north of London, Milton Keynes has excellent access to the capital whilst being centrally located for Oxford and Cambridge and having ease of access to the north. Lying in attractive countryside, Milton Keynes offers first class facilities for sport, theatre, music, shopping and dining.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
· To provide, with colleagues, general paediatric and neonatal services for the prevention, diagnosis and management of illness and the proper functioning of the department.
· To participate in the rolling rota which is outlined in the job plan, including long days and night shifts.
· Departmental teaching is held weekly, and all doctors are encouraged to be an active contributor to the teaching program as well as research, audit participation and appraisal.
· The post holder must maintain continuing professional development and will be encouraged to attend relevant professional courses and meetings.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable criteria
- MD / DCH in Paediatrics
- MRCPCH
Eligibility
Essential criteria
- Evidence of 2 years of General paediatrics experience including neonatology
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
Desirable criteria
- Paediatric outpatient experience
- Tertiary unit neonatal experience
Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
- Out of hours experience in Paediatrics
- Acute care safe: up-to-date APLS / EPLS
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
- Clinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to priorities clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
Commitment to clinical governance/improving quality of patient care
Essential criteria
- Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems
- Demonstrates awareness of good decision making
- Aware of own limitations.
- Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
Desirable criteria
- Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job.
- Research skills: demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
Communication Skills
Essential criteria
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
- Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others’ perspectives.
- Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options.
- Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients. Practice shared decision making
- Directs and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision making
Personal Skills
Essential criteria
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team.
- Managing others and team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate.
- Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving and decision making: capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
- Organization and planning: capacity to organize oneself and priorities own work.
- Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity.
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates skills needed for effective delegation within the team: 360º feedback.
Probity
Essential criteria
- Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others
- Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Essential criteria
- Learning and personal development: Demonstrates interest in the specialty required for the job. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Lazarus Anguvaa
- Job title
- Paediatric Consultant and Clinical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01908 996326
- Additional information
Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post please contact:
Jacky Palmer, Operations Manager
01908 996326
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