Job summary Stroke Medicine is evolving rapidly. At UHSx we are ahead of the game with a team of dynamic and enthusiastic colleagues, exploring different ways of working and expanding our department, services and staff. We are not the finished article, but in the UK we are leading the way. Based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital Comprehensive Stroke Centre, we treat 650 patients a year with stroke and our service includes the whole spectrum from thrombolysis, thrombectomy and after-stroke care. Our close links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School means you can also inspire new generations of doctors. We have 24/7 consultant delivered care. We are developing a sustainable workforce able to facilitate delivering care, not just now, but also in 20 years time. We welcome applications from those with interests outside the hospital clinical space, for example in pre-hospital medicine, research and education as our flexible timetable can accommodate most requests. The 12 month post (FT or LTFT) comes with 75% of time dedicated to teaching, audits, QIP and multi-centre research. The clinical time (25%) is to work in the Stroke Unit to facilitate the above interests and help with clinical activities. Main duties of the job The clinical duties of the post include the following: It is expected that the successful applicant(s) undertake full clinical/ teaching duties as listed below. Responsible for all teaching aspects of the Stroke component and Geriatrics Medicine component of module 306. Attendances in weekly 3-hour teaching sessions, as part of a planned ward round Rota. Assist with enabling teaching in the Stroke Unit and co-ordinating students. Evidence of output for the non-clinical project time. This could be a research, audit or QIP project. Clinical work to be undertaken as part of the above activities as a Junior Doctor on the wards. 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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. Candidate Pack Job description Job responsibilities Ideally you have decided on Geriatrics/ Stroke Medicine as your preferred career or are in an allied specialty with an interest in Elderly care & education. Alternatively, you will have done F2 and looking for a new experience before deciding what you would like to do. You will have an active interest in improving the quality of care within the Trust. You will be capable of managing projects both independently and under supervision and be skilled at team working. Regular supervision meetings with a training Consultant will help you shape your future career. The Stroke Department is keen to promote subspecialty interests and the Consultant body has expertise in education, simulation, acute stroke care, pre-hospital medicine, teaching and research. The consultants are actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medicine and are involved at developing services at regional and national level. The academic unit is recognised worldwide and has a track record of major publications, grants, and supervision to completion of MD and PhD candidates. Job description Job responsibilities Ideally you have decided on Geriatrics/ Stroke Medicine as your preferred career or are in an allied specialty with an interest in Elderly care & education. Alternatively, you will have done F2 and looking for a new experience before deciding what you would like to do. You will have an active interest in improving the quality of care within the Trust. You will be capable of managing projects both independently and under supervision and be skilled at team working. Regular supervision meetings with a training Consultant will help you shape your future career. The Stroke Department is keen to promote subspecialty interests and the Consultant body has expertise in education, simulation, acute stroke care, pre-hospital medicine, teaching and research. The consultants are actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medicine and are involved at developing services at regional and national level. The academic unit is recognised worldwide and has a track record of major publications, grants, and supervision to completion of MD and PhD candidates. Person Specification GMC registration Essential GMC registration Person Specification GMC registration Essential GMC registration 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 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. 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Rd Brighton BN2 5BE Employer's website