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Fixed Term Consultant Cardiac Surgery, Brighton
Client: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Location: Brighton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Consulting
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 300449281d32
Job Views: 8
Posted: 22.01.2025
Expiry Date: 08.03.2025
Job Description:
Job summary
Fixed Term Consultant Cardiac Surgeon - asap for 6 months. We are looking to appoint an individual who is an outstanding clinician and surgeon. There are many opportunities provided by working in an acute teaching hospital with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching and research, high quality patient experience, top quartile performance in outcomes and efficiency, and good staff morale. In return we expect our consultants to lead by example and use every opportunity to help us improve what we do and strengthen our reputation.
The role is that of a Cardiac Surgeon dealing with all aspects of Adult Cardiac Surgery (with the exception of transplantation and GUCH surgery). We specialise in a wide variety of conditions and pathology and perform a broad range of surgical procedures including minimal access cardiac surgery. We are not looking for a surgeon with a particular sub-interest but expertise in specific areas will be taken into consideration during the appointment process.
UHS is the regional teaching hospital working across multiple sites including the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton and the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath as well as Worthing Hospital and St. Richard's Hospital in Chichester. The Brighton campus incorporates the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital and the Sussex Eye Hospital.
Main duties of the job
* Theatre work (operating 2 lists per week on average)
* Ward rounds
* CICU rounds
* Patient care and administration
* Teaching and education
* On-call commitment (non-resident): currently 1 in 5
To provide a clinical Cardiac Surgical service for patients at the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. As a tertiary service, with referrals coming from District General Hospitals in Sussex and South East England, the delivery of outreach services such as clinics or MDT meetings will be required.
The clinical service consists of all aspects of elective and emergency adult cardiac surgery with the exception of transplantation and congenital (GUCH) surgery.
To participate in clinical and other service activities with the objective of ensuring a high standard of patient care.
To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training, audit and research.
To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development.
On Call Commitment: 1 in 5 with prospective cover, Category A. 5% supplement applies.
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 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.
Job responsibilities
For further information about this post, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
* Basic medical degree
* FRCS/MRCS or appropriate specialist qualification
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 12 months of the date of the fixed term post
Desirable
* Higher degree
* Teaching qualification
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
* Independent-level operating in basic cardiac surgery procedures
* CITU management and experience
* Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
* Experience in cardiac surgical emergencies and trauma.
* Experience in thoracic aortic surgery.
* Experience in mitral valve surgery
Knowledge
Desirable
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Qualifications and Planning
Essential
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
* Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
* Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prize and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
* Appropriate progression of career to date
* Evidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written
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