Consultant Community Paediatrician

1 month ago


Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Community Paediatrician to join our dynamic team at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Community Paediatric service, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to children and families in our community.

Main Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for working with our existing team to provide neurodevelopmental and neurobehavioural assessments for children aged 0-18 years. You will also manage co-morbidities such as ADHD, tics, and epilepsy, and undertake clinical supervision and training of Specialist Registrars. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to develop a specific area of interest to complement our existing service provision.

Working for Our Organisation

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing outstanding care to our patients and creating a fair and inclusive environment for our staff. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Our job description and person specification outline the key responsibilities and requirements for this role. We encourage applicants to review these documents carefully and demonstrate how their experience and skills align with the person specification.

Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications & Training
  • Full GMC Registration
  • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT, CESR, or European Community Rights
  • An appropriate higher surgical/medical qualification
  • Advanced Paediatric and Neonatal Resuscitation skills training in the last 4 years
Experience & Knowledge
  • 5 years clinical experience in Paediatrics at middle level, including 6 months experience in a tertiary neonatal unit or equivalent
  • Experience demonstrating potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH-based Consultant
  • Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department
  • Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
  • Evidence of the clinical skills required to fulfil the general and community elements of the job as outlined in the job description and technical specification
Abilities & Knowledge
  • Evidence of leadership and service development, ability to develop effective working relationships and team working
  • Evidence of understanding of clinical governance, knowledge of and direct involvement in audit, knowledge and principles of research, and evidence of involvement in research
  • Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate for the post, evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust, knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS
Teaching and Communication
  • Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post, ability to communicate effectively


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