Job summary
The post offered is for a Fixed Term Locum Consultant Urological Surgeon for 6 months with an initial 10 programmed activities. The post is fixed term to provide support whilst the service undertakes reconstruction of services. The applicant will be expected to help deliver general urology and the NHS drive to reduce long waiting times for elective patients and cancer waits.
You will join a team of 7 friendly and enthusiastic Urologists, Clinical Nurse specialists, Faster Diagnostic Service team, 6 middle grade Resident Doctors (3 NTNs), 2 CTs and 3-4 F1/2s. As a teaching hospital linked to Brighton and Sussex Medical School, we host medical students who are involved in an active teaching program.
The applicant must be within 6 months of CCT and must show enthusiasm for medical education and training.
The Department of Urology is a member of the Surgical Directorate, well known in the region for providing excellent patient care as well as exceptional training for the specialist registrars and resident doctors. The Department has a weekly joint Specialist MDT for prostate, bladder and renal cancers, with Princess Royal Hospital being the host site for upper tract and adrenal cancer surgery within the Sussex Cancer Network. Close links are maintained with St George's Hospital for penile cancer.
Main duties of the job
The post holder accepts that they will perform duties - in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances - at the request of the appropriate consultant and 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.
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
* To contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and efficient, elective and non-elective surgical urological service
* To undertake and lead ward rounds
* To participate in a 1 in 8 'consultant-of-the-week' programme of daytime clinical supervision of inpatients and emergency admissions as and when required
* To undertake and lead outpatient clinics
* To support one-stop and virtual clinics
* To undertake and lead day case and inpatient operating lists
* To help develop the urology service with the other consultants
* To contribute to the teaching of undergraduates and postgraduates in medicine and surgery
About us
Working for our organisation
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.
Candidate Pack
Details Date posted: 25 March 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year 10 PA
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 279-MWPRHFTCONUROL-606
Job locations: Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4EX
Person Specification
Experience Essential
* Basic medical degree
* FRC/MRC Urology or its recognised equivalent
* Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview
* CCT Urology if UK trained, if not demonstratable equivalent
Desirable
* Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience Essential
* Understanding of clinical risk management
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Desirable
* LATP
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
* Good communication skills both oral and written
Knowledge Desirable
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Princess Royal Hospital
Lewes Road
Haywards Heath
RH16 4EX
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