Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Acute Medicine Consultant to join our multi-disciplinary team at the Royal sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work across two leading sites within UHSussex Trust, providing exceptional care to acutely unwell patients and contributing to the development of innovative medical services.
This role offers the chance to make a real impact within two key hospitals while working in the vibrant and diverse communities of Brighton and Haywards Heath. If you are passionate about acute medicine and are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- To provide clinical expertise in the management of acutely unwell patients with Medical Assessment Units, and Same Day Emergency Care settings- Lead multidisciplinary ward rounds, ensuring timely assessments and management of medical admissions- Actively participate in the development and delivery of patient-centered care pathways to optimise patient flow and reduce length of stay- Supervise and support junior medical staff, fostering an environment of learning and development.- Contribute to the acute take rota across both sites, ensuring seamless and consistent medical cover.- Participate in clinical governance activities, including audits, quality improvement projects, and morbidity and mortality reviews.- Engage in the training and education of medical students and trainees.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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 ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The acute medical unit at PRH is Balcombe Ward, staffed by members of the Acute Medicine department in rotation, and with its own dedicated junior staff. The unit comprises 21 beds and has one additional trolley bay for medical assessments. Two thirds of the activity happen on the adjacent same day emergency care unit (RAMU). The standard operating procedures and the expectations around consultant-delivered care are the same as on the RSCH site, although the range of specialties on-site and able to provide in-reach is obviously less than that available on the main campus, but still includes respiratory medicine, diabetes and endocrinology, and frailty. Gastroenterology and cardiology consultants visit the hospital daily and patients requiring urgent care from these specialties can be transferred quickly to the Brighton campus when needed.
The Royal Sussex County Hospital site in Brighton is a tertiary referral centre. There is a 36-bedded Acute Assessment Unit adjacent to ED, radiology, and the same day emergency care unit (EACU). Acute medicine services operate on this site in a conventional way. However, every effort is made to triage patients to provide acute medical care directly at our Princess Royal site rather than The Royal Sussex County Hospital.
Please see job description and person specs for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
The acute medical unit at PRH is Balcombe Ward, staffed by members of the Acute Medicine department in rotation, and with its own dedicated junior staff. The unit comprises 21 beds and has one additional trolley bay for medical assessments. Two thirds of the activity happen on the adjacent same day emergency care unit (RAMU). The standard operating procedures and the expectations around consultant-delivered care are the same as on the RSCH site, although the range of specialties on-site and able to provide in-reach is obviously less than that available on the main campus, but still includes respiratory medicine, diabetes and endocrinology, and frailty. Gastroenterology and cardiology consultants visit the hospital daily and patients requiring urgent care from these specialties can be transferred quickly to the Brighton campus when needed.
The Royal Sussex County Hospital site in Brighton is a tertiary referral centre. There is a 36-bedded Acute Assessment Unit adjacent to ED, radiology, and the same day emergency care unit (EACU). Acute medicine services operate on this site in a conventional way. However, every effort is made to triage patients to provide acute medical care directly at our Princess Royal site rather than The Royal Sussex County Hospital.
Please see job description and person specs for full details
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMRCP or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Acute Medicine and/or General Medicine 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
Desirable
- oOther degrees, eg, BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
- oQualification in Medical Education (Certificate, Diploma, Masters)
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- oRelevant clinical experience including general medicine, the unselected medical take and care of general medical inpatients
Knowledge
Essential
- oBreadth 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
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
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oMRCP or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Acute Medicine and/or General Medicine 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
Desirable
- oOther degrees, eg, BSc, MSc, MD, PhD
- oQualification in Medical Education (Certificate, Diploma, Masters)
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- oRelevant clinical experience including general medicine, the unselected medical take and care of general medical inpatients
Knowledge
Essential
- oBreadth 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
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
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- 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).
