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Consultant Physician in General Internal Medicine
The closing date is 01 April 2026
Applications are invited for the above post of Consultant in General Medicine in the Internal Medicine Division, based at St Richard's Hospital part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. General Medicine is an area that is only expected to grow in the coming years and as such we are looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated workforce to help develop and improve the services we currently offer in the Trust. This is a time of real excitement as we look to build a team that can work with our key stakeholders in developing new pathways. This role in particular would attract candidates with particular specialist interest or those keen to work solely within General Internal Medicine.
The incumbent ensures the best possible outcomes for patients whilst also contributing to improving mortality, patient experience, length of stay etc. As a team we are looking to develop further community work, and work with our system partners in developing pathways to prevent protracted hospital admissions. The post holder will work with the multi-disciplinary team and Physician colleagues across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role would be to support and develop the inpatient wards in St Richard's Hospital. Working with colleagues at our other sites as required.
* Support the GIM inpatient service.
* Supervise the Ward multidisciplinary team and other GIM wards where needed.
* Have responsibility for inpatients at University Hospital Sussex at the relevant hospital site, delivering daily ward input as needed.
* Provide appropriate cover for patients admitted under the care of another paired consultant during the absence on leave of colleagues.
* Provide education to the wider MDT as part of the GIM educational program.
* Have responsibility for general professional training of the junior members of the department and contributing to the training of nurses and other staff and participating in the activities of the Postgraduate Medical Centre including Medical and Clinical Audit.
* The on‑call commitment for the medical rota is 1 in 14, with 1 in 8 Saturdays and Sundays post take ward rounds worked with prospective cover.
About us
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.
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
The post holder will work predominantly on an in‑patient General Medicine ward. The wards are supported by very engaged nursing staff that have expertise across general medicine. They work closely with our medical team and strive to provide excellent care for our patients in keeping with our Trusts vision of Patient First. The postholder will be responsible for day‑to‑day in‑patient care and supervision of junior medical staff. There will be the opportunity to become a clinical and educational supervisor to help support our junior teams. In addition, we have recruited Physicians Associates and there is an excellent opportunity to help further develop these roles in a time where alternative modes of delivering in patient care are needed. Be an active member of the Internal Medicine Team contributing to regular departmental meetings, service development, audit and governance. The department has an active role in audit and audits activity and quality on an ongoing basis. We have an ongoing education programme for junior doctors, GPs and nurses. Keeping up to date with knowledge and skills via CPD Engagement with yearly appraisal and revalidation.
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person Specification
Experience / Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* CCT in General (Internal) equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
* Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
* General training in General Internal Medicine to specialist specialist level or equivalent
* Understanding of clinical risk management
* High quality skills in general and acute medicine and ability to manage medical takes
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 / Course attended
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
* Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
* Evidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
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.
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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WTG and SRH, and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust
WTG and SRH, and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust
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