STR/LOCUM APPOINTMENT
FOR TRAINING –
PAEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
ROYAL HOSPITAL FOR SICK
CHILDREN, YORKHILL
INFORMATION PACK
REF: 23597D
CLOSING DATE:26/08/2011
SUMMARY INFORMATION
WOMEN AND CHILDRENS DIRECTORATE
STR/LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING
PAEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
ONE YEAR, APPLICATIONS FOR SHORTER PERIODS MAY BE CONSIDERED.
ROYAL HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN
The post is based principally at Yorkhill Hospital where the successful applicant will work
in the national paediatric cardiac centre.
Applicants must possess MRCP or equivalent and meet the entry criteria for a training
post in paediatric cardiology.
This post will not attract a National Training Number.
If a Locum Appointment for Training appointment is made, the training received will
count towards the completion of CCT training. The Postgraduate Dean has confirmed
that this programme has the required educational and staffing approval.
To practice medicine in the UK you need to hold both GMC registration and a licence to
practice.
NHS GREATER GLASGOW & CLYDE
WOMEN’S & CHILDREN’S DIVISION
Paediatric Cardiology STR/LAT
Royal Hospital for Sick Children,
Yorkhill Glasgow
REF: 23597D
INFORMATION PACK
WEST OF SCOTLAND REGION
LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING IN PAEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
Brief Description of Hospital:
The Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Yorkhill is a 306 bed unit which provides
paediatric services to the Greater Glasgow Health Board are and is a tertiary
referral centre for the West of Scotland. Undergraduate and postgraduate
teaching is undertaken and the Glasgow University Departments of Child Health,
Surgical Paediatrics, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Human Nutrition and
Medical Genetics are housed within the hospital. The Trust also incorporates
Community Child Health for Glasgow.
Work of the Department:
Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery form part of the Medical Directorate and share a
24 bed ward on the second floor of the hospital. Six beds in the General
Intensive Care Unit are committed to Cardiac Surgery. The Department of
Cardiology is well equipped for non-invasive and invasive investigation.
Comprehensive cardiac ultrasound facilities are available including M-mode, 2-D.
spectral and colour Doppler and transoesophageal echo. Treadmill exercise
testing, 24 hour Holter monitoring, digital event monitoring and 12 lead ECG
recording are routine. The Catheter Laboratory was replaced in 2007 and has
digital biplane angiography replay and storage facilities. Approximately 310
catheter procedures are performed annually including diagnostic studies and
interventional procedures.
Cases for elective investigation or surgery are admitted in the early part of each
week and emergency cases are admitted anytime. Urgent referrals are seen in
the Department and visits made the city’s special care baby units or to other
wards as required. A weekly clinic caters for patients requiring long term review;
a fortnightly clinic run jointly with an adult cardiologist looks after teenage
patients and those with pacemakers. Each cardiologist has an outpatient clinic.
Peripheral clinics are held in six towns throughout the year. Fetal ultrasound
examinations are conducted weekly in collaboration with the fetal medicine
specialists at the Queen Mother’s Hospital. Daily rounds of the combined
medical-surgical cardiac ward and Intensive care Unit are undertaken.
A
conference is held weekly to discuss the management of individual cases.
Teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students is a regular commitment
and special teaching courses in clinical paediatrics (2) and echocardiography (34) occur throughout the year.
Medical Staff in the Department:
Glasgow Paediatric Cardiologists
Dr K McLeod, Dr T Richens, Dr B
Knight, Dr B Smith
Edinburgh Paediatric Cardiologists
Dr M Walayat, Dr J Burns
Cardiac Surgeons
Mr K A McArthur, Mr M Danton, Mr A
Mclean
2 Specialist Registrars in Paediatrics
2 Specialist Registrars in Cardiology
1 FY2
This department has close relationships with the Departments of Anaesthesia,
Intensive Care and Radiology.
NHS EDUCATION FOR SCOTLAND - WEST REGION
HIGHER - TRAINING PROGRAMME- LOCUM APPOINTMENT
FOR TRAINING – PAEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
JOB DESCRIPTION
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INTRODUCTION
The STR/locum appointment for training (LAT) post forms part of the West of
Scotland Training Programme in Paediatric Cardiology, has training approval
from the JCHMT and conforms to the formal training guidelines laid out in the
JCHMT documents. Subject to satisfactory progress training will count towards
the time required to complete any subsequently awarded CCT training scheme.
During training the Specialist Registrar is allocated a supervisor and performance
assessment is on a regular basis throughout training.
The training programme is supervised by the Training Programme Director for
paediatric cardiology, West of Scotland Deanery. Study leave conforms with
terms and conditions of service for the Specialist Registrar grade.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The STR/LAT will be appointed by a Committee comprising representatives of
the Postgraduate Dean, Speciality Training Committee, Trust, University of
Glasgow and National Panel of Specialists.
Specialist Registrars must hold MRCP or equivalent and have a minimum of two
years general professional training in the SHO grade.
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DUTIES OF THE POST
(i) Training
The STR/LAT must make full use of the training opportunities provided.
(ii) Clinical
The STR/LAT will be involved in all aspects of cardiology inpatient and outpatient
care including management of emergency cases. Initial training in cardiology
techniques would be largely in non-invasive aspects of cardiology and
introduction to invasive studies, with subsequent experience being gained in
invasive investigation and interventional techniques.
(iii) Administration
The STR/LAT will be expected, when appropriate, to participate in the day to day
running of the department in administrative activities such as organisation of oncall rotas, organisation of undergraduate training, patient reports and letters.
(iv) Communication
This will include:
Discussion with Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Consultants
regarding clinical problems. Communication with General Practitioners and
referring consultants including telephone discussion of problems and writing of
letters about cases seen. Liaison with specialists in other hospitals/agencies,
such as district nurses, ambulance, police etc.
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EDUCATION
(i) Continuing Education
The STR/LAT will be expected to participate in educational activities on a local
and national basis.
In-house tutorials and locally arranged postgraduate courses are available.
Specialist Registrars are expected to further their education through attendance
at meetings and courses held both locally and nationally.
Local educational activities include regular audit, CME schemes, lectures, journal
clubs and Unit discussions.
(ii) Teaching
Teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students and other groups would
be a regular commitment.
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AUDIT
Audit
Audit is an essential component of paediatric cardiology practice and the
STR/LAT will have a specific role in clinical audit and be expected to participate
in local and national audit activities.
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LOCATION OF DUTIES
The initial appointment will be the combined medical-surgical cardiac ward and
Department of Cardiology at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Yorkhill.
The banding for the Royal Hospital for Sick Children is currently Band 2b.
2011 Person Specification
Application to enter Specialty Training at LAT4: Paediatric Cardiology
Entry Criteria
Essential
When Evaluated1
Application form

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Qualifications

MRCPCH, MRCP (UK) or equivalent
Eligibility

Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment
Application form

Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by
August 2011 in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical
Practice including:
Application form Interview /
Selection centre3
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Good clinical care
Maintaining good medical practice
Good relationships and communication with patients
Good working relationships with colleagues
Good teaching and training
Professional behaviour and probity
Delivery of good acute clinical care
Entry through paediatrics

Evidence of achievement of ST1 & ST2 competencies in
paediatrics at time of appointment & ST3 competencies in
paediatrics by August 2011.
Application form Interview /
Selection centre

Evidence of achievement of the competences outlined in ‘A
Framework of Competences for BST in Paediatrics’2
Entry through general internal medicine

Evidence of achievement of ST1 & ST2 competencies in general
internal medicine at time of appointment by August 2011.

Eligibility to work in the UK
Application form Interview /
Selection centre
Application form
Fitness To Practise
1

Is up to date and fit to practise safely
Application form
References
‘when evaluated’ is indicative, but may be carried out at any time throughout the selection process
A Framework of Competences for BST in Paediatrics, RCPCH October 2004
3 A selection centre is a process not a place. It involves a number of selection activities that may be delivered within the
Unit of Application.
2
Language Skills
All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken
English adequate to enable effective communication about medical
topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the
following:

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a) that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training
in English; or
o
b) have the following scores in the academic lnternational English
Language Testing System (IELTS) – Overall 7, Speaking 7,
Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6.
Application form
Interview / Selection centre
If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills
but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide
supporting evidence
Health
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC
standards/Good Medical Practice)
Application form
Pre-employment health
screening
Career
Progression

Application form
Application
Completion
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Ability to provide a complete employment history
 Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal
circumstances

Evidence that present achievement and performance is
commensurate with totality of period of training

At least 36 months’ experience4 in paediatrics or 24 months in
general internal medicine (not including Foundation modules) by
August 2010
Application form
ALL sections of application form completed FULLY according to
written guidelines
Any time periods specified in this person specification refer to full time equivalent
Selection Criteria
Career Progression
Clinical Skills
Desirable
As above
Less than 72 months
experience (usually 36-60
months) in this specialty (not
including Foundation
modules) by August 2011
Essential
Desirable
When Evaluated
Clinical Knowledge & Expertise:

Successful completion of
APLS, NLS, ACLS or
equivalent

Successful completion of
a child protection course
or equivalent
Application form
Interview / Selection
centre
References

Capacity to apply sound clinical
knowledge & judgement. Potential
to develop excellent diagnostic
skills

Able to demonstrate proficiency in a
range of medical procedures as an
indication of manual dexterity and
hand-eye coordination

Evidence of experience in a range
of acute medical specialties, with
experience of managing patients on
unselected medical take during
core medical training

Evidence of competence in
management of medical
emergencies and in-patients
through continuous work-based
assessments
Personal Attributes:

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When Evaluated5
Essential
Shows aptitude for practical skills,
e.g. hand-eye co-ordination,
dexterity
‘when evaluated’ is indicative, but may be carried out at any time throughout the selection process
Essential
Academic /
Research Skills
Desirable
Application form
Research Skills:

Demonstrates understanding of
importance of audit, risk
management & research.

Potential to contribute to
development in paediatrics

Evidence of active participation in
audit
Teaching:

Evidence of teaching experience
and/or training in teaching
When evaluated
Evidence of relevant
academic & research
achievements , e.g.
degrees, prizes, awards,
distinctions, publications,
presentations, other
achievements

Evidence of involvement
in formal research
project

Evidence of a portfolio of
audit projects including
where the audit loop has
been closed

Evidence of involvement
in teaching students,
postgraduates and other
professionals

Evidence of participation
in a teaching course
Management Skills:

Evidence of attendance
at a management course
IT Skills

Demonstrates
information technology
skills
Interview / Selection
centre
Essential
Personal Skills
Desirable
Communication Skills:
When evaluated
Application form
Interview / Selection
centre
References
 Capacity to communicate effectively
at different levels, e.g. with babies,
young people and their families
Empathy & Sensitivity:
 Capacity to take in others’
perspectives and treat others with
understanding
Managing Others & Team
Involvement:
 Capacity to work cooperatively with
others & work effectively in a
multidisciplinary team
Problem Solving & Decision Making:
 Demonstrates an analytic approach
to practice. Capacity to bring a
range of approaches to solving
problems
Coping with Pressure:
 Capacity to manage acute situations
under pressure. Demonstrates
initiative & resilience to cope with
changing circumstances
Organisation & Planning:
 Capacity to achieve a balance
between urgent and important
demands
Vigilance & Situational Awareness:
Capacity to monitor acute situations that
may change rapidly
Management:
 Evidence of interest and experience
in management and leadership
Essential
Probity
Commitment To
Specialty
Desirable
Professional Integrity & Respect for
Others:

Takes responsibility for own actions.
Displays honesty, integrity &
awareness of ethical issues.

Understands importance of
advocacy, children’s rights, safety,
confidentiality & consent
Learning & Personal Development:
 Demonstrates interest and realistic
insight into paediatric cardiology.
 Understanding & awareness of
particular requirements & demands
of working with children & their
parents.
 Demonstrates reflective approach to
practice & commitment to personal
development
When evaluated
Application form
Interview / Selection
centre
References
Extracurricular activities /
achievements relevant to
paediatric cardiology
Application form
Interview / Selection
centre
References
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
The conditions of service are those laid down and amended from time to time by the
Hospital and Medical & Dental Whitley Council.
TYPE OF CONTRACT
Fixed Term
GRADE AND SALARY
STR LAT £29,705 – £46,708 per annum
New Entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the minimum
point of the salary scale, (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Salary is paid monthly by Bank Credit Transfer.
HOURS OF DUTY
Full time, 40 hrs
SUPERANNUATION
You have the option to join the NHS Superannuation Scheme, to
participate in the State Earnings Related Pension Scheme or to take
out a Personal Pension.
Employee’s contributions to the NHS Scheme are Tiered based on your
earnings and the employers contribution equates to 13.5 % of salary.
Employees in the NHS Scheme are “Contracted-out” of the State
Earnings Related Pension Scheme and pay a lower rate of National
Insurance contributions. Employees who choose to participate in the
State Earnings Related Pension Scheme pay the higher rate of
National Insurance contribution.
A Stakeholder Pension is also
available.
A Personal Pension is a private arrangement agreed with the pension
provider that will be an organisation such as a Bank, Building Society or
Insurance Company.
REMOVAL EXPENSES
Assistance with removal and associated expenses may be given and
would be discussed and agreed prior to appointment.
EXPENSES OF
CANDIDATES FOR
APPOINTMENT
Candidates who are requested to attend an interview will be given
assistance with appropriate travelling expenses. Re-imbursement shall
not normally be made to employees who withdraw their application or
refuse an offer of appointment.
TOBACCO POLICY
DISCLOSURE
SCOTLAND
CONFIRMATION OF
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK
IN THE UK
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operate a No Smoking Policy in all
premises and grounds.
This post is considered to be in the category of “Regulated Work” and
therefore requires a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable
Groups Scheme (PVG) Membership which currently costs £59.00. The
cost of the PVG Membership will be initially paid by NHS Greater
Glasgow and Clyde and will required to be repaid through a payroll
deduction mandate from the successful candidate’s first salary.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has a legal obligation to
ensure that it’s employees, both EEA and non EEA nationals, are
legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. Before any person can
commence employment within NHS GGC they will need to provide
documentation to prove that they are eligible to work in the UK.
Non EEA nationals will be required to show evidence that either Entry
Clearance or Leave to Remain in the UK has been granted for the work
which they are applying to do. Where an individual is subject to
immigration control under not circumstances will they be allowed to
commence until the right to work in the UK has been verified.
ALL applicants regardless of nationality must complete and return the
Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in the UK Statement with their
completed application form. You will be required provide appropriate
documentation prior to any appointment being made.
REHABILITATION OF
OFFENDERS ACT 1974
The rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 allows people who have been
convicted of certain criminal offences to regard their convictions as
“spent” after the lapse of a period of years. However, due to the nature
of work for which you are applying this post is exempt from the
provisions of Section 4 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by
virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Orders
1975 and 1986). Therefore, applicants are required to disclose
information about convictions which for other purposes are “spent”
under the provision of the act in the event of employment, failure to
disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action
by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Any information given will be
completely confidential.
DISABLED APPLICANTS
A disability or health problems does not preclude full consideration for
the job and applications from people with disabilities are welcome. All
information will be treated as confidential. NHS Greater Glasgow and
Clyde guarantees to interview all applicants with disabilities who meet
the minimum criteria for the post.
You will note on our application form that we ask for relevant
information with regard to your disability. This is simply to ensure that
we can assist you, if you are called for interview, to have every
opportunity to present your application in full. We may call you to
discuss your needs in more detail if you are selected for interview.
GENERAL
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operates flexible staffing
arrangements whereby all appointments are to a grade within a
department. The duties of an officer may be varied from an initial set of
duties to any other set, which are commensurate with the grade of the
officer. The enhanced experience resulting from this is considered to
be in the best interest of both NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and the
individual.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The postholder will undertake their duties in strict accordance with NHS
Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, please visit our website on
www.show.scot.nhs.uk
Applicants wishing further information about the post are invited to contact Dr Trevor
Richens, Training Programme Director, Paediatric Cardiology: Tel 0141 201 0000,
e-mail trevor.richens@ggc.scot.nhs.uk with whom visiting arrangements can also be
made.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for these posts please include your CV and names and addresses of 3
Referees, along with the following documents; (click on the hyperlinks to open)
Medical and Dental Application and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Declaration Form Regarding Fitness to Practice
Immigration Questionnaire
Alternatively please visit www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs and click on the “How to
Apply” tab to access application for and CV submission information.
RETURN OF APPLICATIONS
Please return your application by email to nhsggcrecruitment@nhs.net or to the
recruitment address below;
Medial and Dental Recruitment Team
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Recruitment Services
5th Floor, Tara House
46 Bath Street
Glasgow
G2 1HJ
CLOSING DATE
The closing Date will be 26th August 2011