Job summary The post holder will form part of a team of 9 lower GI surgeons to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of a high-quality lower GI surgery service to the population of Sussex. The post holder will contribute to a surgical service for general and benign LGI surgical conditions (including inflammatory bowel disease, endometriosis resection and abdominal wall reconstruction). This work will be carried out predominantly in Haywards Heath (PRH), Brighton (RSCH), with some day case/clinic work in Lewes Victoria Hospital or Southlands Hospital (Shoreham). Main duties of the job The post holder will also provide elective care for patients with benign LGI conditions: inflammatory bowel disease and abdominal wall reconstruction. The LGI department also supports the gynaecology oncology service and endometriosis service and the post holder will have the opportunity to develop these collaborations further. Until recently only short stay patients could be accommodated at PRH, but the service has been expanded to facilitate longer stays for patients with more complex conditions. As part of a service reconfiguration colorectal cancer resectional surgery is planned to be delivered from Worthing Hospital with colorectal cancer surgeons tak ing part in the on-call rota and emergency surgery provision in Brighton. This reconfiguration will eventually enable the formation of a single colorectal surgery department across the Trust, of which the post holder would be a key member. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - 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. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pe annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 279-MWRSCHCONBENLGI381-A Job locations Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton BN2 5BE Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be expected to take a significant role in ensuring governance and oversight of the LGI surgery service. This includes active participation morbidity/mortality meetings, delivery of local and national audits, implementation of NICE guidance and leading quality improvement activities. Previous experience in the development of qualitygovernance structures would be desirable and additional job planned time may be available for candidates wishing to take a lead role in governance. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be expected to take a significant role in ensuring governance and oversight of the LGI surgery service. This includes active participation morbidity/mortality meetings, delivery of local and national audits, implementation of NICE guidance and leading quality improvement activities. Previous experience in the development of qualitygovernance structures would be desirable and additional job planned time may be available for candidates wishing to take a lead role in governance. Person Specification Experience & Qualifications Essential oBasic medical degree oAppropriate specialist qualification oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice oCCT in General Surgery or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable Higher Degree Clinical Skills & Experience Essential oAppropriate skills and experience in benign LGI surgery oEvidence of expertise in surgical management of IBD oExpertise in minimal access UGI surgery Desirable oExperience working in a major trauma centre oQualification in trauma damage control surgery oFellowship training in LGI surgery Knowledge Desirable oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty Organisation & Planning Essential oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams. oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints Desirable oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended Teaching Skills Essential oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching Desirable oRecognised teaching qualification Academic & Research Essential oEvidence of participation in audit Desirable oResearch experience oPublications oPrizes and honours Career Progression & Personal Attributes Essential oAppropriate progression of career to date oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written Person Specification Experience & Qualifications Essential oBasic medical degree oAppropriate specialist qualification oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice oCCT in General Surgery or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable Higher Degree Clinical Skills & Experience Essential oAppropriate skills and experience in benign LGI surgery oEvidence of expertise in surgical management of IBD oExpertise in minimal access UGI surgery Desirable oExperience working in a major trauma centre oQualification in trauma damage control surgery oFellowship training in LGI surgery Knowledge Desirable oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty Organisation & Planning Essential oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams. oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints Desirable oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended Teaching Skills Essential oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching Desirable oRecognised teaching qualification Academic & Research Essential oEvidence of participation in audit Desirable oResearch experience oPublications oPrizes and honours Career Progression & Personal Attributes Essential oAppropriate progression of career to date oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton BN2 5BE Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)