Consultant in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine and Anaesthetics to join our dynamic and friendly department, The current role incorporates an Anaesthetic job plan, but other specialty interests are encouraged and will be considered dependent upon the needs of the Trust and the interests of the candidate. The department is extremely forward thinking and has established itself within the research arena, with multiple presentations at National and International meetings. The hospital is located in Chichester between the South Coast and the South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests both in and out of work.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will take part in an intensive care rota. There are currently 9 Consultant Intensivists on a 1 in 9 intensity.
Anaesthetic duties include a wide range of surgical interventions, both planned and emergency (specialties detailed above). A subspecialty interest is encouraged and these will be considered provided they satisfy the needs of the trust.
Other CCT holders including Respiratory, Emergency Medicine and Acute Medicine can be accommodated: please contact the Trust to discuss details.
There is a requirement to participate in the out of hours on call rota.
The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
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.
Date posted
23 July 2024
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£99,532 to £131,964 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-MWSRHCONANAE&IC-276-C
Job locations
St Richards hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 2SE
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 2SE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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