Renal lead for Southwest Maternal Medicine Network

Renal lead for Southwest Maternal Medicine NetworkApplicants are invited to apply for a one‑year fixed‑term role (with likely extension), as Renal Lead for the South West Maternal Medicine Network. The role would suit an applicant with a CCT in obstetrics with a strong interest in the care of renal patients.The role attracts 0.25 PAs and commences in November 2025 for 1 year initially.We will be reviewing all SWMNN Network lead roles in November 2026, so there will likely be opportunity to continue with this role beyond November 2026.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrating leadership in renal maternal medicine, including education and care plans.Liaising with SWMMN obstetric, medical, anaesthetic, midwifery, renal and governance leads about renal patients and care plans.Attending Nephrology MDT to discuss renal patient care plans as required.About usNorth Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award‑winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti‑discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.QualificationsCCT (or equivalent)Maintain full registration with the GMC.Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).Training and ExperienceRecent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).Experience in renal medicineFurther Training, Management and AuditEvidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.Experience in audit project and written upKnowledge of contemporary NHS management issuesKnowledge of political context within which we operateResearch, Teaching, PublicationsProven teaching ability.Proven track record in research.Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management.Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under‑graduates & postgraduates.Willingness to undertake further research.Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients.Personal RequirementsGood written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.Good verbal communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships within a team.Ability to inspire, motivate and develop junior medical staff.Ability to work independently as well as part of the Women and Children’s Directorate. To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole.Good written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.General RequirementsAbility to fulfil all the duties of the post, including on‑call commitments.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr