Job Description

We are looking for a Trust Doctor (ST4+ equivalent) to join our Paediatrics team St Richard's Hospital, Chichester for a fixed term 12 month post.



This is a full-time role including participation in a full shift rota system. Requests for less than full time working will be considered.



The successful candidate will work as part of a team of 7 whole time equivalent tier 2 doctors to provide a full shift rota covering acute paediatrics and our level 2 Neonatal unit.



Candidates must have completed foundation training (or equivalent) and have a minimum of 2 further years of Paediatric experience including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit. Full MRCPCH should be held or be close to being held.



Candidates must have full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.



Candidates will be expected to work together as a team within the Women and Children's Group.



As a tier 2 Doctor in Paediatrics & Neonatology at St Richards the post holder is responsible for the following:



Managing children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant



Clinical assessment and management of children and young people referred to the Paediatric Assessment unit and providing support and advice to A&E doctors and General Practitioners



Attending resuscitation calls in A&E



Supervising and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care in children's ward and assessment unit



Managing babies on the level 1 Neonatal unit under supervision of consultant



Supervision and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care for babies on the neonatal unit, maternity unit and postnatal ward



Attending high risk deliveries on the maternity unit



Support and teaching of junior medical, nursing staff and medical students



Engaging in Continuing Professional Development and Audit as appropriate



Engaging with the Trusts appraisal and revalidation process



So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues.



The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.



The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.



The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.



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