Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Worthing & Chichester (SRH Hospital) and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust
Town: Worthing & Chichester
Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 05/12/2024 23:59
Specialty Doctor in Breast Surgery
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Job overview
We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity within the Integrated Breast Service for two full-time substantive Specialty Doctor posts in Breast Surgery.
This will be based at Worthing & Chichester with some cross site working (Brighton & Princess Royal), as part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
These roles will be full time 10 PA posts with the opportunity to cover all aspects of the surgical service from one stop 2WW rule clinics, theatre support and depending on experience some potential independent operating plus follow up activity.
The successful candidates will join a busy breast surgical service providing breast screening to a population of over 135,000 women and receiving over 6000 GP referrals and treating around 500 new breast cancers in Brighton.
There is a stand-alone department at park centre Brighton with modern digital equipment including tomosynthesis and VAB/E.
There are 6.5 Consultant breast surgeon posts working across Worthing, Chichester and Brighton. They have developed a good reputation within the Trust in terms of extending the boundaries of reconstructive expertise.
You will be fully supported in having senior support when needed.
You will be encouraged to develop the service particularly in areas not currently catered for such as a menopausal symptom clinic.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post will include the following:
1. Participation in one stop symptomatic, wound check and results clinics across Brighton
2. Contributing to the care of the in-patients and out-patients clinic at Brighton
3. Theatre assistant – participating in operating lists, independent operating if experience allows this but under supervision
4. Administrative duties associated with the care of patients
5. Teaching BSMS students attending the unit.
There are no on-call commitments associated with this post.
Working for our organisation
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 our Wellbeing 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* Four years post-graduation – foundation year training completed
* Experience in breast surgery
Clinical Skills and Experience
* Evidence of experience in all aspects breast assessment, diagnosis with interpretation of investigations
* Understanding of clinical risk management
* Experience of breast surgery
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
* Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
* Evidence of 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. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
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: [emailprotected]
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Name: Rebecca Kampa
Job title: Clinical Director for Integrated Breast Services
Email address: [emailprotected]
Telephone number: 01273 696955
Additional information: Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone via hospital switchboard on 01273 696955 for informal discussion by arrangement with: Ms Rebecca Kampa – Clinical Director for Integrated Breast Services – [emailprotected]
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