Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: St Richards Hospital
Town: Chichester
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 03/12/2024 23:59
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Job overview
Applications are sought for Consultant Cellular Pathologists to join a dynamic team of twelve consultants working in the cellular pathology department at St Richards Hospital, Chichester. The post is a whole-time equivalent fixed term for one year.
The department has a large and varied workload with a system of generalist reporting. An applicant would ideally be able to report two or three sub-specialties, with a preference for Gynaecological pathology and gastrointestinal pathology.
The histopathology department is undergoing significant changes following the creation of UHSussex. There are opportunities for service development with full executive support, including the implementation of a complete digital histopathology solution.
The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust spans both East and West Sussex, providing care for a highly populated stretch of the south coast.
Main duties of the job
This is a fixed-term consultant post within a generalist cellular pathology department.
The appointed individuals would be independently reporting specimens across a couple of specialties, attending MDTs, engaging in clinical governance, and participating in the running of the cellular pathology laboratory.
There would be an opportunity for the appointee to be a clinical supervisor to trainee histopathologists.
The post would be based at the St Richards site in Chichester.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented individuals who work together to always put our patients first. Our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training. 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The department is in purpose-built accommodation and located close to other pathology disciplines. Intra-operative consultations are supported at Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital.
The majority of Multidisciplinary team meetings are supported at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, although they are also held at other sites.
The successful candidate will be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital but may be required to work at other trust sites as needed.
The department provides a high-quality and timely service to its end users, supporting a wide range of clinical specialties.
Consultants from the department perform post-mortems at the Brighton & Hove City mortuary as requested by H M Coroner for Brighton and Hove. Participation in post-mortems is entirely at the post holder’s discretion.
Person specification
Experience/Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* CCT in Cellular Pathology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Clinical Skills & Experience
* Reporting of diagnostic histopathology
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* Understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
* Evidence of managerial skills
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
* Appropriate progression of career to date
* Good communication skills both oral and written
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for non-medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email.
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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