| Individual Placement Description | |
|---|---|
| Placement | Paediatrics |
| Year | F2 |
| Region | North |
| Hospital(s) | Dr Grays Hospital, Elgin |
| Main Duties of Placement | Ward rounds. Admitting elective and emergency patients. Routine post-op review. Preparing discharge materials. Attendance at theatre as required. Co-ordinating investigations. Arranging onward referral. |
| Typical Work Pattern | Full shift with cross cover. |
| Learning Opportunities | Ward-based learning. Opportunity to attend clinics - general and specialist. Supervision for specialist paediatric interventions. Neonatal care. |
| Teaching | Weekly FY1 teaching and fortnightly FY2 teaching (on site); opportunity to video link to national teaching. |
| Unique Selling Points | Small team with direct consultant contact and supervision. Friendly hospital with easy access. Ready access to clinics for further education and training. Opportunity to explore specilist areas including community paediatrics. |
| It is important to note that this description is a typical example of your placement and may be subject to change. | |
