Fixed term Consultant Anaesthetist

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NHS Medical & Dental: Fixed Term Consultant

Main area: Anaesthetics
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Fixed Term Consultant
Contract: Fixed term: 6 months (6 months initially with a view to extend for a further 6 months)
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref: 279-MWSRHFTCONANA-424-A

Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: St Richard's Hospital
Town: Chichester
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 Per Annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 04/05/:59

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit 2 fixed term Consultants in Anaesthetics. These posts will initially be for 12 months with a view to making permanent at the end of term. This will be via an Appointments committee.

We are a busy anaesthetic department with a commitment to train both local and international trainees and have an active educational programme. The successful candidate will hold the FRCA or equivalent and have evidence of extensive experience within anaesthesia. We particularly welcome applications from motivated individuals keen to invest in the development of our services and who will contribute to a positive departmental culture.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants will undertake anaesthetic sessions across a broad range of surgical specialties, including Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Maxillo-facial, Urology and Gynaecology.

The Anaesthetic departments at University Hospitals across all sites are extremely forward-thinking and have established themselves within the research arena, with multiple presentations at National and International meetings.

St Richard's Hospital is currently the largest NHS bariatric surgery provider in the south of England, and we welcome applications from candidates with a bariatric interest. The hospital is located between the sea and the South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests.

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, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 - 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
• CCT in Anaesthesia 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
• Subspecialty interest in Bariatric Anaesthesia

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Understanding of clinical risk management
• An ability to communicate well with patients and staff
• Broad experience in all aspects of Intensive Care Medicine, Anaesthesia, and Acute Pain

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & 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
• Prizes and honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

• Appropriate progression of career to date
• Evidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the manager's discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

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.

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UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name: Dr Dominique Melville
Job title: Clinical Director Theatres, Anaesthetics
Email address:
Telephone number:

Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone via hospital switchboard on for informal discussion by arrangement with:
Dr Dominique Melville
Clinical Director Theatres, Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Pre-Op Assessment

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