Consultant Neonatologist

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

YOUR MAIN DUTIES

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the innovative and dynamic Neonatal Intensive Care Service at University Hospitals Southampton (UHS) as a Consultant Neonatologist. Two substantive posts are available as a result of expansion of neonatal services and an increase in consultant cover in line with BAPM recommendations.

The successful applicants will complete a team of 11 WTE neonatologists who provide a comprehensive neonatal service to medical and surgical neonates at Princess Anne Hospital in a 38 bed NICU (24 IC/ HDU, 14 SC) with 800 admissions per year, increasing to 42 cots after expansion. UHS is the lead centre within Wessex Neonatal ODN, providing tertiary neonatal services including cardiology, cardiac surgery, surgery, endocrinology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery for complex infants within Southampton Children's Hospital. In addition, UHS hosts the Southampton hub of the Southampton-Oxford Neonatal Transport Service which undertakes 600 transfers per year.

About us

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

WHAT YOULL DO:

The successful applicant will be expected to deliver clinical excellence within the speciality of Neonatal Medicine and must the have skills to deliver neonatal intensive care within a tertiary NICU with neonatal surgical and cardiac subspecialty patients. They will undertake Consultant neonatal duties including providing and supervising medical care to neonates within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), postnatal wards and neonatal clinics. Supporting the care of neonates within other areas of the Trust, working collaboratively with colleagues within subspecialties, Obstetrics, Midwifery and the Fetal Medicine service. They will also undertake duties in UHS hub of the Consultant led Network Transport service and participate in an on-call rota in conjunction with the existing team to provide Consultant cover to the Neonatal Service and the Neonatal transport service.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

The successful candidate would be expected to deliver clinical excellence, be motivated and adaptable to changes within the NHS, and have a drive to improve patient care and services. A willingness to develop and work within a constantly changing environment is necessary together with an ability to remain calm under pressure. The successful candidate ideally will bring additional skills and special interests that complement the existing neonatal team. This might include, but is by no means limited to, an interest in perinatal care including antenatal counselling and liaison with fetal medicine, perinatal and neonatal palliative care, family integrated care, and transition to tertiary paediatric services. Skills and experience in point of care ultrasound, including echocardiography, would also be beneficial, but again not essential

Candidates should have a CCT in Neonates or equivalent experience as defined by the Neonatal CSAC (either 36 months of level 3 neonatology or 24 months level 3 neonatal experience with 12 months allied specialities at ST6-8) or experience as a consultant in a level 3 neonatal unit, and be on the GMCs Specialist Register. Trainees who are within six months of obtaining their neonatal CCT on the date of the AAC may also apply. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate their competence to communicate in spoken and written English.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held on Monday, 07 October 2024

Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: Friday 27th September 2024

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise MRCPCH/MRCP (or equivalent) Neonatal Life Support (NLS) Provider

Desirable

MSc, DM, PhD or equivalent higher degree Neonatal Life Support Course Instructor or Director Neonatal CCT or eligible within 6 months or previous experience as a substantive consultant in a level 3 neonatal unit or Paediatric CCT with equivalent neonatal training as per Neonatal CSAC May 2018 (36 months level 3 neonates at ST6-8 or minimum 24 months level 3 neonatal training at ST6-8 level plus 12 months allied specialities at ST 6-8)

Previous or relevant experience

Essential

Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Wide neonatal intensive care experience including experience of working within a neonatal service with a high risk prenatal/obstetric referral centre Advanced skills in Neonatal Medicine Neonatal Surgical experience Knowledge and training in Child Protection

Desirable

Formal training in teaching Evidence of research of innovative service developments Neonatal transport experience

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English) Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Ability to perform and interpret Cranial Ultrasound scans Competence in the transport of sick neonates Commitment to continuing professional development Computing and IT skills Evidence of leadership & management skills Evidence of experience in clinical governance and audit Good understanding of the structure and processes of the NHS Experience of research activity Active interest and previous experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Attendance at Scientific Meetings

Desirable

Competence in echocardiography Appraisal and assessment training and skills Experience in counselling Experience in simulation training Experience in neurodevelopment follow-up Formal management training for medical staff Formal research experience or training in research methodology Author of peer reviewed publications Presentation to learned societies

Living the Trust values

Essential

Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together

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