Cardiac Surgery Clinical Fellow ST3+
The closing date is 06 May 2026.
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our existing group of Cardiac Surgical Specialist Registrars (SpR). You will be expected to be involved fully in our rolling on–call rota based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital and have equal access to training opportunities in clinics, theatres and wards. Post‑holders must be enthusiastic to learn and be involved in all aspects of the department's work. You will proactively contribute to the department's research activities which are regionally renowned. The department supports all attempts to be involved or initiate research projects to completion and publication.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Main duties of the job
The day‑to‑day working pattern incorporates covering the surgical theatres, the cardiac ICU, wards and outpatient clinics.
Each registrar will be on call on a 1:6 rota. The rota is non‑resident overnight. Immediate care is provided by a team of Advanced Care Practitioners (ACPs).
Each registrar will usually have 2–3 operating days per week.
Outpatient clinics are usually covered by the SpR allocated to that consultant.
Formal teaching
All trainees are encouraged to participate in weekly educational meetings/journal club. The teaching programme is organised by the allocated trainee.
Supervision
All trainees are allocated a clinical supervisor (CS).
Each trainee is required to produce a personal development plan annually, discuss it with their CS, and set agreed targets and objectives.
Meetings with the CS should be undertaken six‑monthly basis and a formal report signed by the trainee and supervisor submitted to the Surgical lead. Also, for each block the trainee should meet with the consultant for whom they are working to discuss objectives for the forthcoming period.
Local Faculty Group
A robust process assesses the progress of trainees. A Local Faculty Group meets biannually. All registrars are expected to participate.
Job responsibilities
Leadership / Governance / Training roles: Each trainee is allocated responsibility for a specific role key to running a safe, efficient unit. These roles are intrinsic to surgical training.
Roles include:
* Attending MDT meetings (including with regional centres) and managing the Acute Board
* Rota administration and pre‑operative care
* Data entry, note keeping and recording of complications
* Post‑operative infection management (root cause analysis for each deep wound infection)
* Clinical governance
* Research and training
The Department has an international reputation in research. Ample opportunity exists to develop research interests in liaison with local colleagues.
The post holder may perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, where practicable, with colleagues. Such duties are exceptions and should not be required for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
Person Specification
Experience / Qualifications
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
* Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
* Higher degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
* Understanding of clinical risk management
* Excellent communication with patients and staff
* 12 months experience as Registrar in cardiac surgery (UK)
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams
* Understanding of NHS / clinical governance / resource constraints
* Evidence of managerial skills: achievements / courses attended
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
* Appropriate progression of career to date
* Present level of achievement and performance commensurate with training period
* No previous relinquishment or removal from training programme except under exceptional circumstances
Personal Attributes
* Good communication skills both oral and written
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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