Job summary
We are seeking to recruit two Fixed term Consultants to join our dynamic and friendly Anaesthetics department.
We are a busy anaesthetic department with a commitment to train both local and international trainees and have an active educational programme. The successful candidate will hold the FRCA or equivalent and have evidence of extensive experience within anaesthesia. We particularly welcome applications from motivated individuals keen to invest in the development of our services and who will contribute to a positive departmental culture
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will part take in the General Anaesthetic rota, comprising anaesthetic duties for a wide range of surgical interventions, both planned and emergency (specialties detailed above). Stabilisation of paediatric emergencies prior to transfer is undertaken by both the General Anaesthetic rota and the Intensive Care rota.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
1. oBasic medical degree
2. oFRCA or appropriate specialist qualification
3. oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
4. oCCT in Anaesthesia or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
5. oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
6. oSubspecialty interest in Bariatric Anaesthesia
7. oFFICM OR DICM or EDICM
8. oATLS/APLS/ALS
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
9. oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
10. oAn ability to communicate well with patients and staff
11. oBroad experience in all aspects of Intensive Care Medicine, Anaesthesia, and Acute Pain
Knowledge
Desirable
12. oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
13. oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
14. oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
15. oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
16. oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
17. oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
18. oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
19. Research experience
20. oPublications
21. oPrizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
22. oAppropriate progression of career to date
23. oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written