Job summary
This is a Fixed Term post for 1 year, in a busy comprehensive ENT department. The successful applicants will be part of a team of 6 consultants, 3 SPRs, 4 trust grade and 2 Trainees. We are looking for competent ENT surgeons to work in OPD and theatres and to participate in the department research and audit work. This is an excellent opportunity to develop the necessary skills and achieve the competencies required for higher training.
Main duties of the job
The Trust Doctor CT2 Equivalent will have responsibilities towards maintaining good documentation, prompt discharge communications and planning work.
On Call Commitment:
The on call commitment will be weekdays only on a 1 in 4 rota on a non-residence basis.
The post holder will be expected to participate in "emergency week" cover at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton (8am - 5pm Monday to Friday), supervised by a Consultant, one week in nine.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
Teaching:- Will be able to attend teaching and research meetings at Brighton on a regular basis
The Trust supports the requirements for Continuing Medical Education as laid down by the Royal College of Surgeons and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
Research:- This is encouraged but is not directly part of the Trust Doctor CT2 Equivalent remit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
Teaching:- Will be able to attend teaching and research meetings at Brighton on a regular basis
The Trust supports the requirements for Continuing Medical Education as laid down by the Royal College of Surgeons and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
Research:- This is encouraged but is not directly part of the Trust Doctor CT2 Equivalent remit.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oCapacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- oDemonstrate appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
Desirable
- oShows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
- oAttendance at relevant courses e.g. ATLS Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent, CCrlSP or equivalent, ALERT or equivalent, ALS, PLS and two ENT craft courses
Knowledge
Essential
- oAppropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oResearch experience
- oPublications
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oCapacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- oDemonstrate appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
Desirable
- oShows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
- oAttendance at relevant courses e.g. ATLS Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent, CCrlSP or equivalent, ALERT or equivalent, ALS, PLS and two ENT craft courses
Knowledge
Essential
- oAppropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oResearch experience
- oPublications
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
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).
