Trust Doctor in Neonatal Medicine (Eqv. to ST4-8 level)

Overview
Trust Doctor in Neonatal Medicine (Eqv. to ST4-8 level) – NHSJob Summary
Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Fellow post in Neonatal Medicine at ST 4-8 level commencing in September 2025. The post is intended to provide an opportunity for those aspiring neonatologists/paediatricians wishing to further their neonatal experience in a tertiary medico-surgical NICU. This experience should leave candidates well placed for a successful application to join a national training scheme in Paediatrics, or to prepare for GRID applications in Neonatology during a break from Paediatric training, or for candidates wishing to have senior neonatal experience before taking a consultant post. It would also provide the opportunity to revise and enhance neonatal skills post-CCT in preparation for Consultant posts.Main duties and unit context
The neonatal unit at the Royal London Hospital provides tertiary medical and surgical neonatal care and has eleven medical intensive care, twelve high-dependency and fourteen special care cots. There is close consultant supervision and training is given in all aspects of neonatal intensive care. Although the post does not have formal educational approval, Clinical Fellows have the same opportunities to participate in the educational programmes, training and teaching undertaken by the Deanery approved specialist training doctors. There is an active unit academic programme and opportunities to participate in high-quality audit and quality improvement projects.Eligibility
Eligibility for GMC registration with licence to practice is essential. Prior experience at middle-grade level in a tertiary neonatal unit is desirable. We welcome applications from international medical graduates applying for GMC registration via the RCPCH MTI scheme. The rota is a full shift system subject to regular compliance monitoring.Qualifications and Experience
Essential: MBBS or equivalentDesirable: MRCPCH or equivalentEssential: At least 24 months paediatric experience and 6 months tertiary neonatal experience or 12 months neonatal experience in a level 2 unit at middle-grade levelEssential: Good experience in common paediatric and neonatal practical skillsKnowledge: AP LS/EPLS and NLS; at least 24 months paediatric experience and 6 months tertiary neonatal experience or 12 months neonatal experience in level 2 unit at middle-grade levelPersonal Qualities
Good communication skillsGood team workingGood clinical and theoretical knowledge in common paediatric and neonatal diseasesGood practical skillsManagement skillsDisclosures and Sponsorship
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a DBS submission is necessary.Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered; see UK Visas and Immigration guidance.UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.Employer details
Barts Health NHS Trust — Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Rd., London, E1 1FREmployer website: https://www.bartshealth.nhs.ukJob Details
Post type: Fixed termDuration: 6 monthsWorking pattern: Full-timeLocation: Royal London Hospital, LondonImportant notes
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