Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Gastroenterology
Job overview
The post holder will be based at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust (GOSH).
This is a Trust Fellow in Paediatric Gastroenterology for 12 months at ST6+ level, with an opportunity to extend for a longer period, as part of your job appraisal and review. Many of our fellows will work with us for 12-18 months, progressing to senior clinical fellows in gastroenterology (subject to successful interview).The post provides a unique and exciting opportunity for training in Gastroenterology, in one of the largest units in the UK. The post is well supported, and would suit candidates with more clinical experience, but limited exposure to working within the NHS.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be one of a team delivering high quality care to patients. The post holder will be expected to integrate within multi-disciplinary teams and to work closely with medical, nursing and administrative colleagues.
Clinical Training and Responsibilities:
- Gain experience of principal gastrointestinal and nutritional disorders.
- Achieve skills in co-operation with other specialists, particularly surgery.
- Consultation and nutritional support throughout the hospital.
- Weekly radiological, gastrointestinal pathology and clinical case presentations.
- Daily ward round
- Emergency clinical assessments
- Telephone calls/ consultations
- On call bleep holding
- Daily nutrition ward round & check prescription of parenteral nutrition
- Attend consultant ward rounds and grand rounds and ensure that responsible ST6/Grid/Trust doctor has prepared for presentations with up-to-date problems lists, investigations flow charts and growth charts.
- Observation of upper and lower endoscopy. Training via a simulator is provided. Regular training endoscopy lists are not part of this role.
Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion.All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of 7.5 or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of ‘B’ in each domain.
- Paediatric experience (including gastroenterology) for more than 5 years, at post-graduate level (doctor), including training in paediatric resuscitation (APLS or equivalent) Paediatric experience in paediatric gastroenterology for more than 5 years, at post-graduate level (doctor) including training in paediatric resuscitation (APLS or equivalent)
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- Experience of diagnostic endoscopy
- Higher degree – MSc, MPhil related discipline
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria- Experience in paediatric Gastroenterology
- Experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- Broad knowledge of paediatric medicine
- Be confident in the management of paediatric emergency, for a range of medical specialities,
- Commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publications.
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Able to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of colleagues
- Flexible/Adaptable
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Ability to take initiative when required
- Ability to teach nursing and medical staff
Please be advised that:
The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.
The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.
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).
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.