Job summary
The department of gastroenterology of University Hospitals Sussex is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic gastroenterologist colleague with sub-specialty interested in Hepatology. This will complement our existing team of 11 consultants.
Our close-knit and enthusiastic team are passionate about delivering high quality and innovative gastroenterology care across all sub specialties and would welcome interest from potential candidates.
The post holder will work predominantly at Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton and also support services in The Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath.
You will join us during an exciting period in our organisation's evolution following the recent mergers that created University Hospitals Sussex Foundation Trust, now the fifth biggest Trust in England. University Hospitals Sussex Foundation Trust also hosts Brighton and Sussex Medical School. The Royal Sussex County Hospital is also a training site for the regional Endoscopy Training Academy, founded in 2022 within our Trust.
Main duties of the job
To support the department of Gastroenterology in providing outpatient clinics and endoscopic procedures within Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital Hayward's Heath. The posts will be expected to work across both sites dependent upon clinical need to support outpatient clinics, endoscopy and reviews of Gastroenterology inpatients. The post will include full participation in the endoscopy out of hour's on-call rota and the Gastroenterology ward rota.
o The appointee with specialist interest in Hepatology would support the excellent Hepatology team within the trust. They would be expected to support specialist outpatient clinics and ward rounds. The appointee would also be expected to provide specialist in-patient gastroenterology ward cover/on-call alongside endoscopy and out-patient clinics. We would encourage involvement in endoscopy trainingo Endoscopy provision - predominantly diagnostic upper and lower GI endoscopy as well as GI bleeding therapeutics; n.b. other therapeutic skills and interests would also be welcomedo Rotational commitment to the provision of care on our gastroenterology inpatient unit in Royal Sussex County hospitalo Rotational commitment to the out of hours GI bleed rota and weekend gastroenterology inpatient unito We would expect the appointed candidate to share in the cohesive, professional and patient centred approach of the existing department
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
Applicants interested in discussing this post further, or visiting the Department prior to short-listing are invited to contact:-Dr Mark Austin (Clinical Director) mark.austin6@nhs.net
Dr Fergus Chedgy (Endoscopy lead) Ferguschedgy@nhs.net
Lisa Hudson (Operational Manager Gastroenterology) lisa.hudson3@nhs.net
Lena King (General Manager) lena.king@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants interested in discussing this post further, or visiting the Department prior to short-listing are invited to contact:-Dr Mark Austin (Clinical Director) mark.austin6@nhs.net
Dr Fergus Chedgy (Endoscopy lead) Ferguschedgy@nhs.net
Lisa Hudson (Operational Manager Gastroenterology) lisa.hudson3@nhs.net
Lena King (General Manager) lena.king@nhs.net
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- CCT in Gastroenterology 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
Desirable
Clinical skills and Experience
Essential
- JAG accredited diagnostic and therapeutic upper/lower endoscopy
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and planning
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- CCT in Gastroenterology 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
Desirable
Clinical skills and Experience
Essential
- JAG accredited diagnostic and therapeutic upper/lower endoscopy
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and planning
Essential
- 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
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Career progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
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).
