University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Perioperative Clinical Fellow ST4 in Anaesthetics
The closing date is 22 May 2026
University Hospitals Sussex (Royal Sussex County Hospital & Princess Royal Hospital) is delighted to offer further fellow posts which will be available from August 2026 for 12 months to undertake projects in perioperative care. These posts have been specifically designed to offer participation in major quality improvement and research within the department (details below).
In addition, there will be opportunities for career development in a busy teaching hospital. The posts offer broad clinical experience alongside non‑clinical projects. These will all contribute to the preparation for competitive ST4 application or CESR application. The roles would also be ideal for expansion of career portfolio ahead of consultant applications.
Main duties of the job
Career development time (average 1‑2 days per week). There are several exciting new opportunities to engage with the following projects, and specific involvement will be established following successful appointment. Each project will have a named consultant supervisor.
* Prehabilitation/optimisation improvement project.
* Hypothermia research project.
* Patient safety project.
* NELA project.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be joining a team of six tiers of anaesthetists across two sites (RSCH and PRH). In addition, there will be off‑site on‑call generalist consultant support, as well as on‑call consultants for all the sub‑specialties (neuro, cardiac and paediatrics). There is a separate ICU on‑call team onsite. Flexibility will be required to participate in on‑call rotas across both sites (RSCH and Princess Royal Hospital). Training lists will be provided in a variety of anaesthetic specialties at either hospital site; a proportion of distantly supervised lists will be offered/expected according to competences of the post holder and departmental need. 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.
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
* Higher Degree
Clinical Skills
* Minimum 3 years anaesthetic experience and clinical skills expected for CT3 +
* Completed RCoA Stage 1 training or equivalent
* Initial assessment of competencies in obstetrics (3 months)
* Prior anaesthetic post within the U.K.
* Ability to work independently with distant supervision on the labour ward.
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams
* Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
* Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
* Evidence 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.
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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