Job overview
We are delighted to be able to offer a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our well-integrated team. This trust doctor post in Anaesthesia and ITU is available from August 2024 for 12 months.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work on our on-call rotas covering CEPOD and Intensive care and there will be an opportunity to work in all areas of clinical anaesthesia during this post.
The duties of the post meet the requirements of the CT2 Equivalent posts as detailed by the Royal College of Anaesthetists. The 2021 RCoA Anaesthetics curriculum will be followed. The duties will include pre, peri and post-operative management of surgical patients, assisting with care of the patients on the ICU, and provision of assistance with resuscitation calls.
This post will offer training opportunities as per the Royal College of Anaesthetists training guidance, including obtaining the Initial Assessment of Competence and a 3-month ITU attachment.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. 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 because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful candidate will work on our on-call rotas covering CEPOD and Intensive care and there will be an opportunity to work in all areas of clinical anaesthesia during this post.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. •Basic medical degree
2. •Completed at least two years Foundation training at FY1 and FY2 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
Desirable criteria
5. •3 months experience in ITU / Anaesthetics in the UK
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
6. •Possesses range of clinical knowledge, skills and information technology expertise.
7. •Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
8. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
9. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
10. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
11. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
12. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
13. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
14. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
15. •Research experience
16. •Publications
17. Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
18. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
19. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written