Clinical fellow in Paediatric Rheumatology

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Clinical fellow in Paediatric Rheumatology

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Job summaryGREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN NHS FOUNDATION TRUSTClinical fellow in Paediatric Rheumatology (Equivalent of ST4-8)6 months Fixed Term position (possibility of extension)Full Time without OOH commitmentAn exciting opportunity has opened up within the Rheumatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, which offers candidates the chance to gain first-hand experience of this paediatric specialty working in an exciting and unique environment within a busy children’s hospital.As a valued member of the multidisciplinary team you will be included as a middle grade in the educational and training activities of the department and the workload will be shared amongst 3 Specialist Registrar, 4 Clinical Fellows and 2 Honorary Fellows. Flexible working is required to ensure smooth handover between the middle grades, and provide continuous cover for the inpatients and day cases. This post does not involve an ‘out of hours’ commitment of long days, weekends or nights. Annual Leave and Study leave is covered prospectively within the team.This post is available from March 2025. The post provides ideal experience for someone wishing to further develop a special interest in Paediatric Rheumatology including those who wish to consolidate their previous experience/training in Rheumatology. MRCPCH (or equivalent) is essential.Main duties of the jobWithin the clinical rheumatology service workload will be split with 1 SpR and 5 clinical fellows. This will allow adequate time for post holders to attend training opportunities within the working time directive. Annual and study leave will be cross-covered within the team.The Rheumatology Unit comprises a clinical team of medical staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, clinical nurse specialists and specially trained nurses for the inpatients. The Head of the Academic Unit is Prof. Lucy Wedderburn and the clinical lead is Professor Paul Brogan. There are a total of 7 consultants. One of these consultants will be in charge of inpatient care at any one time but all hold regular Outpatient Clinics. Adolescents are cared for at the Adolescent Centre at the University College Hospital, and some of the senior consultant staff work at both sites.About usGOSH 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.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe 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.Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe 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 SpecificationGOSH Culture and ValuesEssential

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always expert
• Always one team
• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• 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/TrainingEssential

• Primary medical qualification – MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice
• MRCPCH or equivalent

Experience/KnowledgeEssential

• At least 3 years’ fulltime experience in Paediatrics
• Good general paediatric knowledge
• Evidence of ability to manage sick infants and children
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Previous experience in Paediatric rheumatology
• Published research in peer reviewed journals
• Participation in clinical Audit/research
• Experience of teaching/presentations

Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Ability to prioritise clinical needs
• Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
• Computer literate
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Person Specification
GOSH Culture and ValuesEssential

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always expert
• Always one team
• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• 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/TrainingEssential

• Primary medical qualification – MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice
• MRCPCH or equivalent

Experience/KnowledgeEssential

• At least 3 years’ fulltime experience in Paediatrics
• Good general paediatric knowledge
• Evidence of ability to manage sick infants and children
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Previous experience in Paediatric rheumatology
• Published research in peer reviewed journals
• Participation in clinical Audit/research
• Experience of teaching/presentations

Skills/AbilitiesEssential

• Ability to prioritise clinical needs
• Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
• Computer literate
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Disclosure 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeAdditional information
Disclosure 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 .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. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameGreat Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
AddressGreat Ormond Street HospitalGreat Ormond StreetLondonWC1N 3JHEmployer’s website

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London

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Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:39:08 GMT

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