Trust Doctor in General and Elderly Medicine

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Trust Doctor in General and Elderly Medicine

The closing date is 17 April 2026

Embark on an extraordinary medical journey with University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust. Calling all passionate medical professionals!

University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundation Trust invites you to join our dynamic team as a Trust Doctor in the Department of Medicine at our esteemed St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, and Worthing Hospital, Worthing locations.

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain invaluable experience in General and Elderly Medicine, working alongside our dedicated and experienced clinicians. As a Trust Doctor, you will have the chance to rotate through various departments, allowing you to tailor your experience to your career goals and interests.

Located along the stunning Sussex coastline, our hospitals offer a picturesque setting with easy access to the vibrant towns and excellent cultural and sporting facilities of the region. This unique location provides the perfect balance between work and leisure, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally.

At University Hospital Sussex, we are committed to supporting your professional development. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our expert Consultant trainers, participate in regular supervision meetings, and engage in departmental and educational audits.

Main duties of the job

As a Trust Doctor, you will be an integral part of our dynamic medical team, collaborating with junior doctors, Physicians Associates, and specialist nursing practitioners.

Your clinical expertise, communication skills, initiative, and leadership qualities will be essential in guiding medical students and junior doctors, while also contributing to the delivery of exceptional patient care.

Experience / Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Completion of F1/F2 competences or equivalent
• Current or previous employment in a UKFPO affiliated foundation programme or 12 months' experience after full GMC registration and evidence of achievement of foundation competencies
• Have 4 - 12 months' experience in medical specialties as defined by the JRCPTB by time of appointment
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient

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

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.

£38,831 to £52,656 a year per annum pro rata