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About the Role:
This Locum Paediatric Emergency Consultant role focuses on delivering evidence-based patient care within a multidisciplinary team setting at a leading UK hospital. Key responsibilities include ongoing patient care, alongside developing subspecialty interests and teaching activities. The role demands a high level of commitment to the ongoing education and development of junior colleagues and requires excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Maintain continuing responsibility for patient care, including administrative duties.
- Develop subspecialty interests aligned with departmental strategy.
- Conduct teaching, examinations, and accreditation duties as needed.
- Contribute to postgraduate and undergraduate medical education activities.
- Support Cardiff University intercalated and SSC students.
- Participate in clinical audit and continuing medical education.
- Conduct suitable duties in emergencies and major incidents.
- Participate in out of hours consultant rota.
- Enable senior input into patient journeys through the ED, enhancing quality and consultant sign-off.
- Participate in an annualised hours rota covering adult and paediatric emergency departments.
- Support the clinical lead in policy and strategy development.
- Work in partnership with colleagues across different divisions.
Skills and Expertise:
- Extensive experience as a Paediatric Emergency Consultant.
- Strong understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to teaching and mentoring junior colleagues.
- Proficiency in relevant medical software and systems.
Why Join Us:
Join a forward-thinking healthcare team at a leading UK hospital committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering professional development opportunities. The unique opportunity to be a key player in a dynamic and evolving department is a significant draw for experienced consultants seeking stimulating challenges and support within a modern, forward-thinking environment.