Job summary We are currently developing a new clinical offer, which reflects the changing needs of our patients and will deliver the care that really makes a difference to our local communities. And we want you to help us shape and deliver it. By joining UHDB, there are plenty of opportunities to further your career and to be hands-on in these exciting development projects. Our Specialty Doctor posts offer scheduling flexibility, innovative opportunities to further enhance with commitment to training and education, as well as great benefits including a highly rated pension scheme, and a on-site nursery rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme for childcare and car leasing. The post is 1 year fixed term with possibility of extension subject to relevant approvals. Main duties of the job We are looking for a part-time (8 PA) Specialty Doctor in Neonatology working at the Royal Derby Hospital. This post will be based on the Neonatal Unit RDH and contribute to the Tier 2 rota Out of Hours covering Neonates. We are looking for a strong commitment from the appointee to the Department and involvement with education and research activities is expected. The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of a wider multidisciplinary team and will be required to contribute to the ongoing development of the Neonatal Service at University Hospital Derby and Burton. Applicants must have completed a minimum of four years full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) of which at least two will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in the relevant specialty; or shall have equivalent specialty clinical experience and competencies. About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff. Details Date posted 14 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary £59,175 to £95,400 a year Pro rata per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 320-MDR-7125320-KJ Job locations Royal Derby Hospital Derby DE22 3NE Job description Job responsibilities The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post Finally, the post holder is expected to: Observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of UHDB together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. Be responsible, with management support, for own personal development & learning and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues by attending regional CEWT meetings (2 out of 4 per year), monthly joint neurology clinics, and monthly Epilepsy peer review meetings. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post Finally, the post holder is expected to: Observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of UHDB together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. Be responsible, with management support, for own personal development & learning and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues by attending regional CEWT meetings (2 out of 4 per year), monthly joint neurology clinics, and monthly Epilepsy peer review meetings. Person Specification Qualifications / Specialist Listings Essential MBBS/MBChB or equivalent Safeguarding children level 3 Life Support Qualifications NLS Clinical experience at or above ST3 level (or equivalent) Desirable Additional higher medical / degree relevant to the specialty NLS Instructor Neonatal SPIN Clinical Experience Essential Completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in relevant specialties Relevant specialty clinical knowledge in Neonatology Experience in making clinical decisions & managing risk. Evidence of ability to work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team & share clinical responsibilities Desirable Clinical Experience in Neonatology Clinical audit and teaching experience 1 year NHS experience Other Attributes Essential Commitment to learning & the requirements of Clinical Governance & Audit Desirable Evidence of active participation in audit Professional registration Essential Full GMC registration with a license to practice on application Person Specification Qualifications / Specialist Listings Essential MBBS/MBChB or equivalent Safeguarding children level 3 Life Support Qualifications NLS Clinical experience at or above ST3 level (or equivalent) Desirable Additional higher medical / degree relevant to the specialty NLS Instructor Neonatal SPIN Clinical Experience Essential Completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in relevant specialties Relevant specialty clinical knowledge in Neonatology Experience in making clinical decisions & managing risk. Evidence of ability to work effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team & share clinical responsibilities Desirable Clinical Experience in Neonatology Clinical audit and teaching experience 1 year NHS experience Other Attributes Essential Commitment to learning & the requirements of Clinical Governance & Audit Desirable Evidence of active participation in audit Professional registration Essential Full GMC registration with a license to practice on application Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Derby Hospital Derby DE22 3NE Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Derby Hospital Derby DE22 3NE Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Royal Derby Hospital, DE22 3NE Derby, United Kingdom