Junior Clinical Fellow in PICUST1+

Overview

The Junior Clinical Fellow position at St George's University Hospital offers an exciting opportunity to work within the Department of Paediatric Intensive Care. The role is available for 6-12 months, with a start date in February 2025 or as soon as possible. The post-holder will participate in an EWTD compliant on-call rota.

Main Duties

The post holder will have the chance to engage in training within the Anaesthetic Department and the Paediatric Emergency Department, tailored to their individual needs. This position is ideal for a paediatrician seeking experience in tertiary paediatrics and intensive care or a doctor exploring a career in paediatrics.

About St George's Hospital

St George's Hospital is a large multi-speciality facility in South West London, co-located with a medical school. The Paediatric department comprises outpatient areas, intensive care, and 54 inpatient beds. The PICU offers care to 700 patients annually, collaborating with the South Thames retrieval service.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Full registration with GMC
• BLS training
• APLS/PALS/EPLS/NLS

Essential Experience

• Ability to assess patients comprehensively
• Experience caring for inpatient neonates and children
• Experience assessing infants and children in A&E

Essential Skills

• Basic procedures: phlebotomy, venous cannulation

Knowledge

• Intermediate knowledge of general paediatrics
• Willingness to learn

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Good interpersonal skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a Disclosure submission.