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Job summaryThis post is for a Locum Consultant Paediatrician based at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. The post holder will primarily work at Worcestershire Royal Hospital but will also undertake outpatient clinics across the county, including Redditch, Evesham, Malvern, and Kidderminster. The Maternity and Paediatric Services in Worcestershire have recently been reviewed, leading to a model where all inpatient Paediatric and Neonatal Services are based at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. All births occur there, with potential future options for a Midwifery Led Unit in Northeast Worcestershire. Inpatient Neonatal or Paediatric beds are not available at Alexandra Hospital, which provides an adult Emergency Department and minor injury services. REPORTING TO Clinical Lead Director of Paediatrics Main duties of the job This post involves an average of 10 PA per week, negotiable with a minimum of 8 PA. Duties include on-call, outpatient activity, and supporting professional activities such as teaching, audit, research, and CPD. The on-call system is a hybrid 1:6, with some resident duties, involving a nominated weekday evening and non-resident overnight shifts. Weekend on-call duties are 1:6, with one consultant covering the weekend and another supporting Saturday and Sunday. A PAU consultant will work weekdays 9-5, handling GP and ED referrals, urgent outpatient assessments, and patient treatment. The model of care may evolve to meet Royal College standards. About us Our purpose is to put patients first. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust provides a broad range of acute services from three sites: Kidderminster, Redditch, and Worcester. With over 7,000 staff, we are committed to high-quality, patient-centered care, aligned with our vision and values, including our 4ward behaviors. Our objectives focus on excellent services, patient outcomes, resource efficiency, and staff excellence. We have achieved Timewise accreditation, emphasizing flexible working practices. Additional details Posted on 17 April 2025, the role is a fixed-term, full-time position with a salary range of 105,504 to 139,882, under the hospital medical and dental staff pay scheme. The reference number is C9365-25-0342, based at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD. Job responsibilities The successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical services to patients, GPs, and attend multidisciplinary meetings. Work will be on multiple sites, with opportunities to extend services to GP surgeries and health centers. Responsibilities include supporting A&E and acute medicine, providing clinical advice, participating in cross-site meetings, and sharing on-call duties, including attending the hospital for patient reviews during weekends. Person Specification Management and administrative experience Ability to organize and prioritize workload effectivelyExperience in managing outpatient services and leading multidisciplinary teamsExperience in clinical audit management Teaching experience Ability to teach clinical skills to medical and nursing staff, undergraduates, and postgraduates Experience UK CCT in Paediatrics or equivalentExpertise in emergency and elective cases within the specialty Qualifications Full GMC Registration with a license to practiceIntercollegiate Specialty Examination success or equivalent Other requirements Understanding of NHS reforms and initiativesAbility to meet travel requirements and respond within 30 minutes when on call Personal attributes Teamwork, effective communication, critical thinking, commitment to CME Additional notes Disclosures and Barring Service check is mandatory. Applicants requiring sponsorship should consult UK Visas and Immigration guidelines. UK registration is essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr