Overview
We are seeking to appoint two outstanding clinicians to work at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). One post replaces a retirement position and the second post is an additional post to complement and expand the workforce. The current Gynaecological Oncology Team includes three consultants. The successful applicants will join an established Gynaecological Oncology team offering the complete range of Gynaecological Cancer services to the local population and tertiary care to the population of Sussex.
Responsibilities
* One all-day operating list a week and additional joint operating where required.
* One tertiary referral clinic alternate weeks.
* One review clinic a week.
* One colposcopy clinic alternate week.
* One fast track clinic a week.
* One combined oncology clinic alternate weeks.
* One MDM a week.
* Contribution to undergraduate and postgraduate education and supervision including ATSM and SITM training.
* To be actively involved in service development and innovation.
* To actively support and engage with ongoing research themes and projects.
* To contribute to complaint and incident management as well as clinical administration.
Working pattern and expectations
The post carries a 1 in 4 (non-resident) commitment with internal cover for leave for Gynaecology Oncology patients and obstetric disasters requiring Gynaecology Oncology input. There are dedicated sessions for SPA and MDM administration.
Candidate profile
We are looking for a skilled gynaecologist with excellent skills and experience in managing gynaecological cancer who works well with other members of the team. The candidate should have experience in laparoscopic and open abdominal surgery. Experience in robotic surgery is desirable. Previous involvement in service development and quality & safety initiatives are also desirable.
About UHSussex and our values
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.
Career development
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. For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Sonali Kaushik, Job title: Consultant Gynae-Oncologist, Email: sonali.kaushik@nhs.net, Telephone: 01273 696955
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