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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Applications are invited for Clinical Fellow posts in Neonatology in the Royal Alexandra Hospital Neonatal Unit, Paisley at middle grade or ST3+ level. Posts are available from 7th August 2024 for 12 months. They mirror the training opportunities of West of Scotland trainees at ST3 and above (ST3+).
These posts involve second on duties in Neonatology on the middle grade rota supervising junior colleagues at Foundation/ ST2 level with support from experienced ANNP’s and Consultant Neonatologists. These posts are suitable for individuals who are interested in a career in Paediatrics requiring relevant experience for level 2 training (or Tier 2 Progress Plus) and would also be of interest to individuals interested in sub specialty training in Neonatology at a later date.
Essential Criteria:
- GMC registration and a license to practice.
- A minimum of 24 months experience in paediatrics
- Previous employment in a neonatal unit of at least 6 months (not including foundation modules)
- Evidence of achievement of ST3 competencies in paediatrics
- Newborn Life Support or equivalent qualification
- Basic computing skills
Applications that do not demonstrate essential requirements cannot be considered
Desirable Criteria:
- 6 months tertiary level NICU experience within the NHS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently without consultant on-site presence
Although Clinical fellow posts provide equivalent experience to run through training they are not recognised for training by the RCPCH.
Contact details for informal contact: Dr Colin Peters, 07984 007083, Colin.peters@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
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