About this role
Job summary
This post is designed to support learning and development in cardiac anaesthesia and the inherent flexibility on offer affords us the ability to provide a fellowship bespoke to the training needs of the individual.
As the sole fellow working across two surgical theatres and two cardiology labs there is the opportunity to pursue specific interests and of course to build a logbook sufficient for TOE accreditation.
Main duties of the job
Our service has a strong history in quality improvement -notably having won both oral and poster competitions at ACTACC 2024-and alsobenefitsfrom tremendous support from a team of research nurses. We therefore expect our fellow to be well supported in their non-clinical development, with specific rostered timeallocatedto these pursuits.
Of note, the post benefits from non-residentialon-callswith the aim of maximising the training that occurs within working ours, whilst also giving the successful candidate some supported experience akin to a consultant job plan.
Our workload includes surgery for coronary artery bypass grafting, valvulardiseaseand aortic work. In addition, we seea number ofhigh-risk patients including those for re-do surgery and those with infective endocarditis. We do not undertake ACHD work or transplant.
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 description Job responsibilities
Career development time (average 1daysper week)
There are several exciting new opportunities toengage with the following projects, and specific involvement will beestablishedfollowingsuccessfulappointment. Each projectwill have a named consultant supervisor.
Cardiac Surgery SchoolDevelopment of this fledgling patient education programme
Platelet cell salvageIntroduction and evaluation of a novel cell salvage system
TOETraining and Qualityand Governance
ACTACC national audits
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications Essential
Basic medical degree Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice Final FRCA or equivalent Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
CCT in Anaesthesia Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification, e.g: MRCP Higher Degree Advanced Life Support/Advanced Trauma Life Support Instructor
Clinical Skills & Experience Essential
Minimum 5 years' anaesthetic experience and clinical skills expected for ST5+ Experience of Cardiac Anaesthesia Completed RCoA Stage 2 training or equivalent Minimum 6 months' ICU experience
Desirable
Prior Anaesthetics post within the UK Ability to work independently with distant supervision in the cardiology cath lab
Knowledge Desirable
Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning Essential
Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills Essential
Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
Recognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research Essential
Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
Research experience Publications Prizes and honours
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)