Senior Fellow in Neonates inSouthampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED 15 OCT 2024
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Applications are invited for the post of Neonatal Senior Clinical Fellow (ST4+) to start immediately and run for 6-12months in the first instance.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our busy Tertiary Level Neonatal Care team.
The UHS Neonatal Service based at the Princess Anne Hospital offers the full range of Neonatal Intensive Care facilities including neonatal surgery and cardiac services
UHS also hosts the Network Neonatal Transport Service (SONeT).
There are approximately 6000 deliveries per year in the hospital and many of these are 'High risk' deliveries referred to the tertiary UHS Fetal Medicine service within Princess Anne Hospital.
The NICU has 37 cots: 24 Intensive and High Care and 14 Special Care cots. This is soon to increase to 42 cots as part of a neonatal expansion.
UHS is a lead centre within the Wessex Neonatal ODN Network and provides the full range of sub speciality services and referrals for specialist care are received from surrounding hospitals within the Network.
We run a 24 hours a day 7 days a week service and all our doctors work shifts to cover the whole period.
About us
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
This is a clinical post designed to provide training, which would be suitable for middle grade doctors (ST4 and above or equivalent), including trainees considering or currently undertaking Neonatal Grid subspecialty training and also those with a CCT who wish to gain additional research and clinical experience.
You will be dedicated to providing middle grade clinical service for the regional level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Princess Anne Hospital, University Hospital Southampton (there is no cross cover with paediatrics).
- This will include Neonatal ICU ward work and procedures, supporting the regional transport service, special care cover and neonatal follow up clinics
- You will be encouraged to take part in the wide range of educational and training opportunities within the department that is a recognised centre in the National Grid for Higher Specialist Training in Neonatology. While these posts are not recognised formally as training posts by the Wessex Deanery it is anticipated that the educational opportunities available will match those of our recognised training posts.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Full GMC registration
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience post graduation with MBBS
- 12 months tertiary neonatal experience, plus other relevant paediatric experience and a minimum of 6 months working in the UK
- Good communication skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on 14th November 2024
Job Reference: MT1278 - This vacancy closes on or before: 1st November 2024
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Applications are invited for the post of Neonatal Senior Clinical Fellow (ST4+) to start immediately and run for 6-12months in the first instance.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our busy Tertiary Level Neonatal Care team.
The UHS Neonatal Service based at the Princess Anne Hospital offers the full range of Neonatal Intensive Care facilities including neonatal surgery and cardiac services
UHS also hosts the Network Neonatal Transport Service (SONeT).
There are approximately 6000 deliveries per year in the hospital and many of these are 'High risk' deliveries referred to the tertiary UHS Fetal Medicine service within Princess Anne Hospital.
The NICU has 37 cots: 24 Intensive and High Care and 14 Special Care cots. This is soon to increase to 42 cots as part of a neonatal expansion.
UHS is a lead centre within the Wessex Neonatal ODN Network and provides the full range of sub speciality services and referrals for specialist care are received from surrounding hospitals within the Network.
We run a 24 hours a day 7 days a week service and all our doctors work shifts to cover the whole period.
About us
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
This is a clinical post designed to provide training, which would be suitable for middle grade doctors (ST4 and above or equivalent), including trainees considering or currently undertaking Neonatal Grid subspecialty training and also those with a CCT who wish to gain additional research and clinical experience.
You will be dedicated to providing middle grade clinical service for the regional level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Princess Anne Hospital, University Hospital Southampton (there is no cross cover with paediatrics).
- This will include Neonatal ICU ward work and procedures, supporting the regional transport service, special care cover and neonatal follow up clinics
- You will be encouraged to take part in the wide range of educational and training opportunities within the department that is a recognised centre in the National Grid for Higher Specialist Training in Neonatology. While these posts are not recognised formally as training posts by the Wessex Deanery it is anticipated that the educational opportunities available will match those of our recognised training posts.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Full GMC registration
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience post graduation with MBBS
- 12 months tertiary neonatal experience, plus other relevant paediatric experience and a minimum of 6 months working in the UK
- Good communication skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on 14th November 2024
Job Reference: MT1278 - This vacancy closes on or before: 1st November 2024
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