Trust Doctor (eqv to ST3+) in Paediatric Critical Care

Job overview

Middle Grade Doctor — Paediatric Critical Care Unit (6-Month Fixed Term)

We are pleased to invite applications for a 6-month post within our busy and highly regarded Paediatric Critical Care Unit, starting upon availability)

This role is ideal for motivated middle grade doctors who have completed their membership exams or equivalent (MRCPCH, Primary FRCA, or EPIC Diploma).

You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care across a 10-bedded PICU.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Participation in morning ward rounds and evening handover rounds
• Day-to-day care of patients requiring advanced respiratory support, including CPAP (EME and hood), BiPAP, and mechanical ventilation (HFOV and nitric oxide)
• Assessment of children in A&E and on paediatric wards prior to transfer to PICU
• Effective liaison with the wider multi-professional team and external agencies
• PICANET data entry and completion of discharge summaries This post offers an excellent opportunity to consolidate your critical care skills, gain valuable experience in advanced respiratory support, and work within a friendly, experienced team

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Essential Requirements: MRCPCH, Primary FRCA, or EPIC Diploma (or equivalent) Previous paediatric experience at middle grade level Commitment to delivering high standards of care

The full job description and person specification outline all key details of the role.

Don’t Delay — Apply Today! Please note this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so early submission is strongly encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.