Job summary
We are seeking to appoint 3 full-time substantive Consultants in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery that have become available in the Integrated Breast Service at Worthing Hospital, as part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Less than full time or parttime applicants would be considered.
The Integrated Breast Service sits within the newly formed Cancer Division. The West Sussex Screening Service is one of the busiest units inviting 128,000 women. We receive over 7,500 GP referrals and treating over 900 new breast cancers annually. Symptomatic patients are seen in one stop clinics where triple assessment is carried out. Reconstructive procedures include IBR, LICAP, LTAP, MICAP flaps, complex therapeutic mammoplasties, autologous reconstruction procedures combined with Plastics. RF Localiser is being trialed.
This presents an exciting opportunity to help shape the direction of this Service, with innovative pathway redesigns or service models, engaging in a new monthly oncoplastic MDT, building further links with our Plastic Surgical colleagues at QVH, participating in the development of a portfolio of multi-disciplinary and surgical research, participating in undergraduate and postgraduate training, as well that of allied health care professionals.
The Integrated Breast Services Division covers Worthing, as well as St Richard's Hospital, Chichester and Preston Park Breast Centre and Princess Royal Hospital, Brighton.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will participate in:
- One stop outpatient clinics
- Result clinics
- Weekly MDT
- Theatre sessions
- Support teaching & training of medical students, junior doctors & AHPs
- National trial recruitment
The service is looking at innovative pathway models and service redesigns, with delivery of key national performance targets.
The service has a good working relationship with the regional plastics service at Queen Victoria Hospital, with monthly representation to the joint plastics MDT.
The service has been actively engaging with implementing Getting Right First Time (GIRFT) recommendations.
There are 6 breast surgeon posts working across both Worthing & Chichester and they have developed a good reputation within the Trust in terms of extending the boundaries of reconstructive expertise. We have a close working relationship with our colleagues at Brighton with Pan-Trust Integrated Breast Services joining Clinical Governance 3-4 times a year.
These are 3 Specialty Doctor posts working across Worthing & Chichester, KSS Higher Specialty Registrars and a Surgical Care Practitioner supporting out-patient clinics, wound check clinics and theatre support.
About us
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 person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- oHas an appropriate medical qualification and/or the intercollegiate Fellowship diploma in General Surgery (or related discipline) with an interest Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery
Desirable
- oMembership of the Association of Breast Surgery
- oMembership of other relevant subspecialty organisations
- oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- oExperience in Surgical aspects of Breast Screening
- oAble to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery ( including of range of reconstructive techniques)
- oCommitment to working within the National Guidelines for Breast Cancer Management
Desirable
- oOncoplastic Fellowship or equivalent
- oExperience in pedicled flap procedures and OPS1 & OPS2
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prize and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date2
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- oHas an appropriate medical qualification and/or the intercollegiate Fellowship diploma in General Surgery (or related discipline) with an interest Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery
Desirable
- oMembership of the Association of Breast Surgery
- oMembership of other relevant subspecialty organisations
- oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- oExperience in Surgical aspects of Breast Screening
- oAble to demonstrate clinical experience and skill in Breast Surgery and Oncoplastic Surgery ( including of range of reconstructive techniques)
- oCommitment to working within the National Guidelines for Breast Cancer Management
Desirable
- oOncoplastic Fellowship or equivalent
- oExperience in pedicled flap procedures and OPS1 & OPS2
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prize and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date2
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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
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).
