Consultant Neonatologist

Job title:

Consultant Neonatologist

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking to appoint to a 0.9 WTE Consultant in Neonatology in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Jessop Wing of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.Main duties of the jobThe appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of a Comprehensive neonatal Service. The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.DetailsDate posted15 May 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number190-STH-25-106Job locationsJessop Wing of the Royal HallamshireGlossop RoadSheffieldS10 2JFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Name on the specialist register for Neonatology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. Equivalent training will be considered
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• MRCPCH Postgraduate professional qualification or equivalent.

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Clinical ExperienceEssential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in neonatal Intensive Care
• Possess broad clinical experience in Neonatology within the UK
• Ability to undertake Point of Care cardiac assessment.

Desirable

• Have clinical experience in the management of Neonatal Surgical patients.

ResearchEssential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
• Experience of patient recruitment to national clinical trials.

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals
• Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research

Teaching and TrainingEssential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Desirable

• ARNI (Advanced Resus of the Newborn Infant) instructor.
• NLS Instructor or equivalent course.
• To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
• Training in teaching methods
• Evidence of successful feedback from teaching

Managment and AdministrationEssential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Personal AttributesEssential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Evidence of experience of working as part of a multi- professional team
• Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do

Clinical Governance and AuditEssential

• Experience in performing clinical audit
• Examples of leading excellent Quality Improvement initiatives

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.

Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Name on the specialist register for Neonatology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. Equivalent training will be considered
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• MRCPCH Postgraduate professional qualification or equivalent.

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Clinical ExperienceEssential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in neonatal Intensive Care
• Possess broad clinical experience in Neonatology within the UK
• Ability to undertake Point of Care cardiac assessment.

Desirable

• Have clinical experience in the management of Neonatal Surgical patients.

ResearchEssential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
• Experience of patient recruitment to national clinical trials.

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals
• Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research

Teaching and TrainingEssential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Desirable

• ARNI (Advanced Resus of the Newborn Infant) instructor.
• NLS Instructor or equivalent course.
• To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
• Training in teaching methods
• Evidence of successful feedback from teaching

Managment and AdministrationEssential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Personal AttributesEssential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Evidence of experience of working as part of a multi- professional team
• Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do

Clinical Governance and AuditEssential

• Experience in performing clinical audit
• Examples of leading excellent Quality Improvement initiatives

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.

Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Sheffield

Job date

Sat, 17 May 2025 07:54:59 GMT

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