Consultant - Developmental Paediatrics in Farnham inFarnham PUBLISHED WED 22 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section

Are you ready to take your career to the next level while making a meaningful impact on children, young people, and families in Surrey?

As aConsultant Developmental Paediatricianwith HCRG Care Group, you will play a vital role in providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing care to children and young people, helping them reach their full potential.

Working within a collaborative and supportive team, youll have the opportunity to shape services, lead quality improvement initiatives, and develop a subspecialty interest tailored to your strengths and aspirations.

This is a fulfilling and varied role offering flexibility and balance, with the option to work full-time, part-time, or in a job-share arrangement.

Equipped with a laptop and mobile phone, youll enjoy the benefits of agile working and a base location within one of Surreys four quadrants, adaptable to your preferences.

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and work-life balance.

We welcome Part-time applications too!

Clinical Care:

• Conduct developmental paediatric clinics and provide multidisciplinary assessments and follow-ups.
• Participate in safeguarding activities, including medical assessments for children referred by police or social care, and contribute to multi-agency discussions, strategy meetings, and supervision.
• Perform medical examinations for Looked After Children and complete all related documentation promptly.

Professional Development:

• Engage in personal development and contribute to the training, supervision, and development of colleagues.
• Participate in departmental audits, clinical governance, teaching, and service development.
• Undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to meet college or professional body requirements, with appropriate support and facilities provided.

Operational and Managerial Duties:

• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of organisational objectives, service plans, and developments.
• Comply with infection prevention, risk management, and confidentiality policies while observing all statutory and professional obligations.
• Support the departments administrative and managerial functions, including maintaining health and safety for yourself and others.

Proposed Job Plan:

• Direct Clinical Care (DCC):Includes clinical activities, safeguarding assessments, supervision, and administration.
• Supporting Professional Activities (SPA):Includes CPD, audits, teaching, governance, and service development.

About us

Join Us as an Consultant in Developmental Paediatrics...

Step into a role that values your expertise while offering unparalleled support for your professional and personal well-being.

With a competitive salary of£105,504 - £139,882(Medical and Dental Payscale) and access to theNHS Pension, this position is designed to reward your dedication and skills.

You'll benefit fromexclusive perkssuch as:

• Financial Savings:Discounts on everyday purchases, cashback, and vouchers for special moments through My Reward Hub .
• Flexible Pay Access:Get your wages as you earn them, avoiding financial stress during lifes emergencies.
• Wellbeing Support:Comprehensive online and face-to-face resources for mental and physical health, career coaching, counselling, and post-trauma assistance.
• Continuous Development:Access bespoke career pathways, eLearning, and ongoing CPD opportunities through our Outstanding learning team, The Learning Enterprise .
• Innovative Environment:Work within an open culture that values your ideas, supported by £100,000 annually in innovation funding to help you shape the future of health and care.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team with a proven track record of high-quality care, with most services rated as Good or Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission.

Make a difference while working in an organisation where your contributions are valued, supported, and celebrated.

Be part of changing lives by transforming health and care.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• UK recognised medical degree (MBChB, MBBS)
• Full GMC Registration
• Work permit (if required)
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• On the Specialist Register for Paediatrics or within 6 months of CCT date
• Minimum 2 years experience in Community Paediatrics
• Evidence of Level 3 training and experience in Safeguarding Children

Desirable

• CCT in Community Child Health
• Completion of formal training in Standardised Autism Assessments (such as ADOS, ADI-R, 3di) and experience in multidisciplinary assessments.
• Training in a standardised formal developmental assessment for children
• Experience in the assessment, diagnosis and management of ADHD
• Experience of Child Protection assessments, Initial Health Assessments for Looked After Children, advice to the LA regarding Special Educational Needs

Other requirements:Car driver with own car insured for business use

For a full list of requirements please see attached job description