We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Salaried GP to join our Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) team at Lewes Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well-equipped, multi-disciplinary environment, providing high-quality urgent care to patients in Lewes and surrounding areas.
As part of our team, you will assess and manage urgent cases, collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, and make a meaningful impact in delivering patient‑centred care. The UTC handles a wide range of urgent but non‑life‑threatening injuries and illnesses.
We are looking for a dedicated and empathetic professional with broad experience in urgent and primary care, excellent communication skills, and a passion for quality improvement.
This role offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development.
Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
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Main duties of the job
Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
Record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively.
Participate in service and business planning activity for the team.
Attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust as appropriate to the role, including the monthly departmental academic meetings, Medical Education Afternoons and Grand Rounds as part of the internal CPD programme.
Participate annually in a job plan review as set out in the Trust policy on this area.
Comply with the UTC and Trust's agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and take an active role in the financial management of the service for your own area of work.
Recognise and take responsibility for safeguarding children, young people and adults, using appropriate systems for identifying, sharing information, recording and raising concerns, obtaining advice and taking action.
About us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support and corporate services.
Why work for us?
* Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
* Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex
* Flexible working options: part‑time, flexi‑time, annualised hours, and flexi‑retirement
* Excellent training, development and research opportunities
* Cost‑effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
* Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+ and Religion & Belief networks
* Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
* Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast
Our values – Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence – guide everything we do.
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for main responsibilities.
Applicants must have valid registration with the GMC, Licence to Practice and entry on the NHS Performers List.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Qualified doctor with GMC registration and Licence to Practice
* Registered on the GMC GP Register and Performer List
* Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners – MRCGP
* Evidence of continued professional development
Experience
* Broad experience in the management of patients in urgent care settings and primary care
* Experience of working in a multi‑professional team and taking full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
* Experience of quality improvement activity and service development
* Evidence of commitment to teaching and training in a multi‑disciplinary setting
Other
* Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the job
Skills and Knowledge
* Awareness of potential abuse factors and safeguarding mechanisms
* Ability to use IT and standard Microsoft and clinical software
* Positive approach to job planning and appraisal process
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
Medical Head of Service Urgent and Emergency Care
£73,113 to £110,330 a year per annum pro rata
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