Job overview
We are delighted to invite applications for a substantive Consultant post within our forward-thinking and supportive team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our service and to shape patient care within a dynamic clinical environment. We welcome candidates with subspecialty interests that complement their expertise; however, experience within lung cancer services would be particularly advantageous. The successful applicant will join a committed multidisciplinary team, with access to a wide range of resources and opportunities for professional development.
This is a full-time post, though applications for part-time or job-share arrangements are welcome.
Main duties of the job
This is a 10 PA post, comprising 8 PAs of Direct Clinical Care (DCC), 1 PA of Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) for CPD and revalidation, and 1 SPA (to be agreed) which may include subspecialty leadership, service development, governance, or other agreed responsibilities.
The role includes inpatient and outpatient respiratory care, participation in the out-of-hours respiratory on-call and weekend rota (currently 1:10), and contribution to procedural services. Procedural competence in pleural procedures, bronchoscopy and/or endobronchial ultrasound would be advantageous, depending on experience and subspecialist expertise. The successful applicant will also provide clinical supervision for doctors in training and contribute to the teaching of medical students from Brighton and Sussex Medical School.
There will be two out-patient clinics per week, including one general and one sub-specialist respiratory clinic, to be determined by the skills and expertise of the successful applicant. The specific allocation will depend on the interests and experience of the successful applicants. Clinic templates generally allow 15 minutes for follow-ups and 30 minutes for new patients. There will also be the opportunity to contribute to the ambulatory pleural lists (twice weekly), bronchoscopy and EBUS lists dependent on the experience of the successful appointee.
Working for our organisation
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 our Wellbeing 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Interviews are tentatively planned to take place on INSERT DATE WHEN OFFERED and applicants will be informed of any changes accordingly.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Basic medical degree
2. Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
3. Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
4. CCT in Respiratory Medicine or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
5. Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable criteria
6. Higher Degree
7. Qualification in Higher Education (certificate, diploma, masters)
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
8. Relevant clinical experience including respiratory medicine, the unselected medical take and the care of general medical in-patients
9. Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable criteria
10. Sub-specialty respiratory medicine experience / training
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
11. Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
12. Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
13. Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
14. Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
15. Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
16. Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
17. Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
18. Research experience
19. Publications
20. Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
21. Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
22. Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
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Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
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UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications