Job summaryApplications are invited for whole-time or part-time consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology. This will be a substantive permanent post. This opportunity has arisen due to retirement of a consultant colleague.You will join 3 consultants and a team of paediatric gastroenterology specialist nurses, paediatric surgery specialist nurses, a specialist gastroenterology dietitian, a PN and gastroenterology pharmacist and full support staff.We provide services for children and families in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and further afield. We are a GRID training centre, and provide a full range of tertiary gastroenterology services including managing IBD, intestinal failure including Home PN, and full range of gastroenterological conditions. Day case Investigations and treatments are done on our daycare ward.Main duties of the jobOur working week includes management of inpatients, outpatient clinics (individual, telephone clinics and multidisciplinary clinics), regular endoscopy lists, and weekly nutrition round on neonatal unit and paediatric wards.Special interest in leading regional intestinal failure service is desirable.On the interview date, applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register with a certificate of completion of specialist training in Paediatric Gastroenterology (or equivalent training eg CSER) , or be within 6 months of completion.About usOur new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo participate in care of paediatric gastroenterology inpatients, and provide advice and input to other specialties. To provide telephone advice peripheral hospitals (service week model)One multidisciplinary and one to two individual outpatient clinics per week at LRI.Regular endoscopy listsTo participate in telephone clinicsOn call commitment for paediatric gastroenterology (currently telephone only)Involvement as needed in teaching and training (undergraduate and postgraduate)If appropriately trained and experienced candidate, we are looking for someone with strong interest in leading intestinal failure and home PN service.Duties and Responsibilities of the postClinicalProvide the highest standard of care and professionalism in the inpatient, acute and outpatient settingsWork collaboratively with the paediatric gastroenterology team and other servicesWork in a multidisciplinary team, participate in MDT meetings and supervise traineesEnsure effective communication between all stakeholders including patients, their parents or carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary teamWork to appropriate national and local clinical guidelines and policiesWork with the team to develop and review protocols of careEnsure that consistently high standards of service are delivered by example and mentorshipWork effectively with the Clinical Management Group clinical quality & safety coordinator to identify and reduce risk, incidents and complaints to ensure that the team learn from any such occurrences to improve patient safetyInitiate and participate in clinical audit as part of the clinical governance arrangements within the UHL TrustInstigate and engage with Quality, Innovation, Productivity and Prevention (QIPP) initiativesActively ensure the appropriate safeguarding of patientsEducation and TrainingRoute to RecruitClinical supervision of trainee doctorsClinical teaching of medical studentsUndertaking trainees work-based assessment and providing clinical supervisor reportsParticipation in undergraduate examinationsDevelop and participate in outreach education to primary care and other stakeholders.ResearchIt is the aim of the Leicester Children's Hospital to continue to develop the University Hospitals of Leicester as a recognised centre of excellence. This will require not only excellence in the clinical service but also an on-going programme of excellence in education and research.Participate in local, national and international research studies (when available) in collaboration with departmental colleaguesManagement and AdministrationUndertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running and development of their Clinical DepartmentHave an understanding of the wider health agenda and modem NHSEngage fully with the Children's Hospital Strategy and the strategic direction of the wider trustBe able to account for their non-fixed session time - this may be filled with additional teaching, audit research and/or administrative dutiesIt is not envisaged that the post holder will have a designated budgetary responsibility, although the post holder will be expected to work with the Management Team and Lead Clinicians to ensure that the service is delivered within budget.Management and AdministrationUndertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running and development of their Clinical DepartmentHave an understanding of the wider health agenda and modem NHSEngage fully with the Children's Hospital Strategy and the strategic direction of the wider trustBe able to account for their non-fixed session time - this may be filled with additional teaching, audit research and/or administrative duties.It is not envisaged that the post holder will have a designated budgetary responsibility, although the post holder will be expected to work with the Management Team and Lead Clinicians to ensure that the service is delivered within budget.Person SpecificationQualifications/TrainingEssentialMB BS or EquivalentFull GMC RegistrationFully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training in Paediatric Gastroenterology (or equivalent training eg CSER) or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.MRCPCH or EquivalentChild Protection Level 3APLSDesirableMembership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.Experience / Clinical SkillsEssentialGood knowledge of Paediatric GastroenterologyClinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence based practiceIT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word etc.Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interestDesirableEvidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.Fully trained in Paediatric Gastroenterology including diagnostic endoscopyoSpecial interest in leading intestinal failure serviceManagementEssentialAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.DesirableEvidence of management and administration experience.Management training on an accredited course.Awareness of Service Development issues.Communication SkillsEssentialDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.Highly Developed Emotional IntelligenceDesirableHigh standard of presentation both written and verbalDemonstrable track record of successful change managementProven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environmentMotivationEssentialPersonal integrity and reliability.Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.DesirableCommitment to further develop the post and the service provided.Audit/ Quality ImprovementEssentialEffective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.Participation in a quality improvement programmeExperience of quality improvement work and auditDesirableUndergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidenceCompletion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.Published Audit including quality improvement.ResearchEssentialoUnderstanding and interest in researchoAbility to appraise research criticallyoAbility to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.oEvidence of recent research and development activityDesirableoPublications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.oEvidence of recent research and development activityTeachingEssentialoExperience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.oAppraisal and assessment skills.oAbility to asses clinical competenciesoEnthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.DesirableoWillingness to develop new approaches to teaching.oPost Graduate qualification in teaching and training.Equality & DiversityEssentialoAble to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals of Leicester NHS TrustAddressLeicester Children's Hospital Leicester Royal InfirmaryInfirmary CloseLeicesterLE1 5WWEmployer's websitehttps://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)