Job summary
Full-time including participation in a full shift rota system working 1 in 10.
The successful trainee is expected to provide day to day care for in-patients on the wards, HDU and ITU. They should see all their patients prior to surgery and, whenever possible, should be in theatre to assist and be taught. In out-patients, they will see new patients under the supervision of a consultant and will be expected to present cases to the consultant and discuss future management.
Main duties of the job
Duties include day to day care of patients on the Surgical/Orthopaedics Wards, attendance at ward rounds, operating lists and general out-patient clinics and the responsibility for the Consultants' patients on the wards. A full shift system in general surgery is worked.
The postholder will primarily work along the F2 doctors reviewing the patients on the trauma orthopaedic ward, the children's ward and other orthopaedic beds. The postholder will also arrange the admissions and initial management of emergency admissions.
About us
Join us at UHSussex, every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. 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.
Build a career with us: 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and the person specification attached to the advert for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and the person specification attached to the advert for further details
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
Desirable
- oMRCS or in process of sitting exam or appropriate specialist qualification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
- oRelevant post registration experience
- oCapacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement and prioritise clinical need
- oAn ability to communicate well with patients and staff
- oDemonstrates appropriate technical competence with potential for developing strong/complex/clinical/diagnostic skills
Desirable
- oExperience in other related specialties
Knowledge
Essential
- oAppropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- oKnowledge and use of evidence based practice
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- 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
Academic and Research
Essential
- oUnderstanding of the principles of research
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
- oEvidence of logical thinking/ problem solving/ decision-making
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oDemonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust's mission and value
Presentation Skills
Essential
- oEffective, confident presentation ability
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
Desirable
- oMRCS or in process of sitting exam or appropriate specialist qualification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
- oRelevant post registration experience
- oCapacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement and prioritise clinical need
- oAn ability to communicate well with patients and staff
- oDemonstrates appropriate technical competence with potential for developing strong/complex/clinical/diagnostic skills
Desirable
- oExperience in other related specialties
Knowledge
Essential
- oAppropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- oKnowledge and use of evidence based practice
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- 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
Academic and Research
Essential
- oUnderstanding of the principles of research
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
- oEvidence of logical thinking/ problem solving/ decision-making
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- oDemonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust's mission and value
Presentation Skills
Essential
- oEffective, confident presentation ability
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
