Job overview
Additional allowances will be paid based on rostered hours and the frequency of your participation on the rota. The Trust is compliant with the European Working Time Directive.
This exciting post offers the opportunity for a motivated anaesthetist to develop skills and experience in global anaesthesia and international partnerships, while contributing to the clinical anaesthetic service at Worthing Hospital.
The role is well-suited to individuals with an interest in equitable healthcare, education in resource-limited settings, and the development of sustainable international collaborations. Fellows will gain exposure to global health principles and practice while continuing to develop their clinical competence in a supportive NHS environment.
This post is available from August 2026 for 12 months. Post holder will have their rota amended to support educational commitments.
There is a full on call commitment expected from the post holder.
Main duties of the job
The duties will include pre, per and post-operative management of surgical patients, assisting with care of the patients on the ICU, and provision of assistance with resuscitation calls.
• The post holder will also be expected to participate on all on call rotas. The department manages 3 tiers of cover – Theatres, Obstetrics and ITU and rotation will be through all of these disciplines. All rota’s are EWTD compliant in line with the 2016 Junior Doctor Contract and 2019 amendments to this contract. All on call is maintained at a 1:10 ratio.
The fellow will have the opportunity to engage in activities related to global anaesthesia and international collaboration, matched as far as possible to both the department’s ongoing work and the fellow’s personal interests.
Areas of involvement may include:
• Educational delivery and curriculum development
• Quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborative research
• Global health advocacy
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The duties will include pre, per and post-operative management of surgical patients, assisting with care of the patients on the ICU, and provision of assistance with resuscitation calls.
Other responsibilities include:
Communication:
This will include responsibility for and arrangement of:
• Communication and liaison with all other medical and service departments within the hospital.
• Communication with other hospitals.
• Teaching The postholder may be involved in teaching other doctors and medical students, nurses and other paramedical staff in the team in speciality and special interest
• The post holder will also be expected to participate on all on call rotas. The department manages 3 tiers of cover – Theatres, Obstetrics and ITU and rotation will be through all of these disciplines. All rota’s are EWTD compliant in line with the 2016 Junior Doctor Contract and 2019 amendments to this contract. All on call is maintained at a 1:10 ratio.
The fellow will have the opportunity to engage in activities related to global anaesthesia and international collaboration, matched as far as possible to both the department’s ongoing work and the fellow’s personal interests.
Areas of involvement may include:
• Educational delivery and curriculum development
• Quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborative research
• Global health advocacy
The majority of the global health work will be UK-based, using remote engagement through long-standing partnerships held by members of the anaesthetic team.
While not mandatory, fellows will be encouraged and supported to undertake short visits abroad to learn more about anaesthesia service delivery and development and participate in face-to-face partnership work.
Global health activities within the post have a strong emphasis on bidirectional learning and ethical partnership work.
The fellow will be mentored and will receive educational supervision from senior anaesthetists with substantial experience in global anaesthesia, international partnerships, and overseas capacity development.
· Educational supervision and regular review meetings will support both clinical and non-clinical development.
· Fellows will also be encouraged to join wider global health networks and fellowship communities to enhance peer support and learning.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. •Basic medical degree
2. •Completed at least two years postgraduate training at CT1 and CT2 level in a relevant training programme.
3. •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
4. •Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
5. •Completion of Initial Assessment of competence (IAC) and Initial Assessment of Competence for Obstetric Anaesthesia (IACOA)
Desirable criteria
6.. Demonstrated interest in global health, anaesthesia development or health equity
7. Previous experience working clinically or teaching in resource-limited setting.
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
8. •Possesses range of clinical knowledge, skills and information technology expertise.
9. •Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
10. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
11. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
12. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
13. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
14. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
15. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
16. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
17. •Research experience
18. •Publications
19. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
20. •Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
21. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Important information for applicants:
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