Pediatrician Specialist
4 weeks ago
Rochester, Medway, United Kingdom
Service Care Solutions - Healthcare
Full time
**Job Title:** Community Paediatrician
**Job Summary:** We are seeking a skilled Community Paediatrician to join our team at Snapdragons Children's Centre, part of Medway Community Healthcare NHS. As a Community Paediatrician, you will provide high-quality care to children and families within the community.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Deliver comprehensive medical assessments, diagnostics, and management for children with developmental, behavioural, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
- Work closely with families, schools, and social services to ensure integrated, holistic care for vulnerable children.
- Lead and participate in clinics, including those for children with complex needs, coordinating multi-disciplinary care plans.
- Act as a key advocate for children's health, supporting early intervention, prevention, and health promotion within the community.
- Collaborate with a broad range of healthcare professionals, including therapists, nurses, and mental health specialists, to deliver child-centred care.
**Requirements:**
- Qualified Paediatrician with full GMC registration and licence to practise.
- Significant experience in community paediatrics, developmental paediatrics, or similar specialisations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering family-centred care.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in line with NHS standards.
**What We Offer:**
- A competitive hourly rate of £110 for a 40-hour working week.
- The opportunity to work within a well-established NHS trust, known for delivering outstanding community healthcare.
- A supportive, multidisciplinary environment that encourages professional development.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of children in the Medway area.