Paediatric Consultant; interest in Neurology & Epilepsy

Position: Paediatric Consultant (with an interest in Neurology & Epilepsy)

Paediatric Consultant (with an interest in Neurology & Epilepsy)

We are looking for a motivated paediatric consultant with a specialist interest in neurology and epilepsy to join our friendly team at Dorset County Hospital.

Job Summary

This is a permanent, full‑time position of 10 PA’s (8.5 DCC & 1.5 SPA). The role involves inpatient services including neonatal intensive care, acute paediatrics (including ambulatory care) and short‑term intensive care. The post is a 10PA contract, participating in a 1 in 10 week on‑call (Monday‑Friday) with no on‑call nights during this period, and a second on‑call pattern (1:10) covering an additional five days.

You will also manage the paediatric hot phone, provide advice and guidance, run a rapid access clinic and conduct child safeguarding medicals. Outpatient provision primarily on Wednesday‑Friday, with flexibility to shift clinics.

Main Duties of the Job

The post holder will provide inpatient and outpatient paediatric services and lead the neurology and epilepsy services.

About Us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and on creating a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways that matter to them, and our vision is to improve the well‑being of our communities.

Person Specification Essential – Education, Qualifications & Training

• Full GMC Registration
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview) or CESR/portfolio pathway or European Community Rights
• Advanced Paediatric and Neonatal Resuscitation skills training in last 4 years

Desirable – Higher Surgical/Medical Qualification

• An appropriate higher surgical or medical qualification

Essential – Experience & Knowledge

• 5 years clinical experience in paediatrics at middle grade level including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit or equivalent
• Experience demonstrating potential to cope with demands of a DGH based consultant
• Experience in a special interest that complements existing interests in the department
• Evidence of achieving competencies equivalent to completion of specialist training

Essential – Current Skills & Abilities

• Willingness and ability to fulfil general service elements of the job
• Evidence of clinical skills required to fulfil general and community elements of the job
• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training or equivalent

Essential – Team Working & Service Development

• Evidence of leadership and service development
• Ability to develop effective working relationships and team working

Essential – Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance

• Evidence of understanding of clinical governance
• Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate for the post

Desirable – Research and Audit Knowledge

• Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit
• Knowledge and principles of research and evidence of involvement in research
• Evidence of ability to contribute to strategic direction of the Trust
• Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS

Essential – Teaching & Communication

• Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post
• Ability to communicate effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers requiring skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY

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