Junior Clinical FellowCritical CareFixed Term

LED – Trust Doctor Anaesthetics and ITU (CT2 equivalent post)

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

Chichester

Salary

£52,656 – £52,656

Training post

Unknown

Trust type

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About the role

Additional allowances will be paid based on rostered hours and the frequency of your participation on the rota. The Trust is compliant with the European Working Time Directive.

We are delighted to be able to offer a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individual to join our well-integrated team. There is a fellow CT2 equivalent post in Anaesthesia and ITU available from August 2026 for 12 months.

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.

LED – Trust Doctor Anaesthetics and ITU (CT2 equivalent post)

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

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The duties of the post meet the requirements 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 at CT2 level and we have had a good conversion rate for resident doctors in this role achieving equivalence.

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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.

The post holder will also be expected to participate in the on-call rotas on appointment and will be expected to already have attained the Royal College of Anaesthetist’s Initial Assessment of Competency.

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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. Other responsibilities include:

Communication: This will include responsibility for and arrangement of:-

• Communication and liaison with all other medical and service departments within the hospital. • Communication with other hospitals. • Teaching - the postholder may be involved in teaching other doctors and medical students, nurses and other paramedical staff in the team in speciality and special interest

The post holder will also be expected to participate in the on-call rotas on appointment. The department manages 3 tiers of cover – Theatres, Obstetrics and ITU. This rotation will expect the candidate to participate in the Theatre and ITU on call rotas. All rota’s are EWTD compliant in line with the 2016 Junior Doctor Contract and 2019 amendments to this contract.

The post holder will be expected to maintain a logbook and electronic record of learning experiences, including multisource feedback. It is expected that the post holder will register with the Royal College of Anaesthetists, and ideally use the electronic lifelong platform they offer. Educational Development Time will be provided in keeping with the guidance from the RCOA, so as to allow time for recording of such activities as well as participation in Quality improvement projects, research and clinical governance.

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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.

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 and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

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Person specification

Essential

• Basic medical degree
• Completed at least two years Foundation training at FY1 and FY2 level in a relevant training programme.
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
• Already possess the Royal College of Anaesthetist’s Initial Assessment of Competency
• Possesses range of clinical knowledge, skills and information technology expertise.
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Appropriate progression of career to date
• Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Desirable

• 3 months experience in ITU / Anaesthetics in the UK
• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and honours