Consultant-Developmental Paeds & Doctor for Children Looked After

Clinical Duties

Provision of the Named Doctor function which includes specialist advice and supervision to staff who have direct contact with looked after children and care leavers. The post holder will ensure a high standard of care is achieved and maintained within their organisation demonstrating effective leadership skills and working well within a team. Undertaking Statutory CLA Initial Health Assessments. Undertaking Statutory CLAReview Health Assessments LAC for under-5s and for older children with complex medical or other special needs. Producing a report and healthcare plan within statutory time scales and subsequently a comprehensive written report Clinical Supervision of the CLA clinics delivered by the trainee and other doctors Work closely with the Named Nurse for CLA, as well as the other CLA Nursing staff and Paediatric Management team, to deliver a safe and efficient service for the looked after children of LBW. Provide annual quality assurance report for CLA in conjunction with Named Nurse and management team Liaising closely with the Childrens Social Workers Undertaking developmental clinics, SEN clinics and possibly ADHD clinics or ASD multidisciplinary assessments depending on experience and relevant training. Deliver holistic approach for children whom may need care in a number of aspects at once (CLA, ADHD, Developmental Paediatrics and ASD).