Job summary
Applications are invited for the above post of Specialist Doctor in General Medicine in the Internal Medicine Division, based at Worthing Hospital part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
General Medicine is an area that is only expected to grow in the coming years and as such we are looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated workforce to help develop and improve the services we currently offer in the Trust. This is a time of real excitement as we look to build a team that can work with our key stakeholders in developing new pathways. This role in particular would attract candidates with particular specialist interest or those keen to work solely within General Internal Medicine. The incumbent ensures the best possible outcomes for patients whilst also contributing to improving mortality, patient experience, length of stay etc. As a team we are looking to develop further community work, and work with our system partners in developing pathways to prevent protracted hospital admissions. The post holder will work with the multi-disciplinary team and Physician colleagues across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role would be to support and develop the inpatient wards in Worthing Hospital or St Richard's Hospital, working with colleagues at our other sites as required.
The post holder will:
1. Support the GIM inpatient service, supervising the Ward multidisciplinary team and other GIM wards where needed. Have responsibility for inpatients at University Hospital Sussex at the relevant hospital site, delivering daily ward input as needed.
2. Provide appropriate cover for patients admitted under the care of another paired consultant during the absence on leave of colleagues.
3. Provide education to the wider MDT as part of the GIM educational program.
4. Have responsibility for general professional training of the junior members of the department and contributing to the training of nurses and other staff and participating in the activities of the Postgraduate Medical Centre including Medical and Clinical Audit.
5. The on-call commitment for the medical rota is 1 in 14, with 1 in 8 Saturdays and Sundays post take ward rounds worked with prospective cover.
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.
Date posted
07 March 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£96,990 to £107,155 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-MWWTGSPECIALISTMED430
Job locations
Worthing Hospital, Brighton, BN11 2DH
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
* The post holder will work predominantly on an in-patient General Medicine ward.
* The wards are supported by very engaged nursing staff that have expertise across general medicine. They work closely with our medical team and strive to provide excellent care for our patients in keeping with our Trusts vision of Patient First.
* The postholder will be responsible for day to day in-patient care and supervision of junior medical staff.
* There will be the opportunity to become a clinical and educational supervisor to help support our junior teams. In addition, we have recruited Physicians Associates and there is an excellent opportunity to help further develop these roles in a time where alternative modes of delivering in patient care are needed.
* Be an active member of the Internal Medicine Team contributing to regular departmental meetings, service development, audit and governance.
* The department has an active role in audit and audits activity and quality on an ongoing basis. We have an ongoing education programme for junior doctors, GPs and nurses.
* Keeping up to date with knowledge and skills via CPD.
* Engagement with yearly appraisal and revalidation.
Person Specification
Experience /Qualification Essential
* Basic medical degree.
* Full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical/Dental Council.
* Completed a minimum of 12 years medical/dental work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical/dental qualification, of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical/dental grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
Professional Values & Behaviours Skills & Knowledge Desirable
* Participation in annual appraisal.
* Work-based evidence using appropriate existing tools e.g., scope of practice & workload as evidenced in job plan, log books, audit of personal practice, references from.
* Multi-source feedback, Patient feedback, Reflective pieces, References from colleagues, Personal clinical audit, Evidence collected for annual appraisal and job planning.
* Evidence of appraisal and addressing objectives.
Leadership & Teamworking Desirable
* Evidence of participation in or leading MDT.
* Examples of initiatives taken that have effected change.
Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Essential
* Examples of successful change.
Education & Training Desirable
* Audit Examples of success.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: Worthing Hospital, Brighton, BN11 2DH
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/
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