Job overview
Applicants are invited for a new and exciting post for a consultant urologist with interest in robotic pelvic oncology. The post offered is for a Consultant Urological Surgeon with an initial 10 programmed activities. The successful applicant will be in charge of developing and delivering a urological pelvic cancer service at Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath with support and sessions as necessary at a regional centre.
Main duties of the job
The job plan for this substantive appointment will be based on 10 PAs to include 8 DCC PAs and 2 SPA and will allow for flexible working and time shifting. This may be worked flexibly over a seven day working week. It is anticipated that patient related administration would be performed within the confines of 8 PAs.
As a team player you will be expected to take an equitable share of the work in the department, including oncall cover and one stop clinics. The appointees' role will help to lead / provide support to diagnostic services, therapeutic pelvic oncology as well as support the pelvic oncology and trauma service at the Royal Sussex County Hospital site.
You will join a team of 7 friendly and enthusiastic Urologists at the University Hospitals Sussex, Princess Royal.
The applicant must should be within 6 months of CCT, be competent in performing robotic radical prostate surgery and may have an interest in cystectomy. The applicant must show enthusiasm for medical education and training
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The job plan for this substantive appointment will be based on 10 PAs to include 8 DCC PAs and 2 SPA and will allow for flexible working and time shifting. This may be worked flexibly over a seven day working week. It is anticipated that patient related administration would be performed within the confines of 8 PAs.
Person specification
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
1. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
2. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
3. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
4. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
5. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
6. •Research experience
7. •Publications
8. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
9. •Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
10. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
11. •Basic medical degree
12. •Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
13. •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
14. •CCT in Urology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
15. •Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC or by the start date
Desirable criteria
16. •Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
17. •Clinical experience commensurate with completion of specialist training in urology
18. •Clinical skills, including operative skills, expected of a consultant practicing urology in the NHS at the start of their consultant career
19. •Be competent in performing robotic radical prostate surgery.
Desirable criteria
20. •Understanding of clinical risk management
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
21. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
22. •Show enthusiasm for medical education and training
Desirable criteria
23. •Recognised teaching qualification
Behaviours and Values
Essential criteria
24. •Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust’s mission and value
Presentation Skills
Essential criteria
25. •Effective, confident presentation ability