Consultant Anaesthetist
Posted 2 days 5 hours ago by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
View all our vacancies across our hospitals in Sussex. Search, find and apply for a job with us today.
Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site St Richard's Hospital and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust Town Chichester Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 19/06/:59
Job overviewWe are seeking to recruit a Consultant in Anaesthetics. Specialist interests will be accommodated in discussion with the department.
We are a busy anaesthetic department with a commitment to train both local and international trainees and have an active educational programme. The successful candidate will hold the FRCA or equivalent and have evidence of extensive experience within anaesthesia. We particularly welcome applications from motivated individuals keen to invest in the development of our services and who will contribute to a positive departmental culture.
The Anaesthetic departments at University Hospitals across all sites, are extremely forward thinking and have established themselves within the research arena, with multiple presentations at National and International meetings.
St Richard's Hospital is currently the largest NHS bariatric surgery provider in the south of England, we welcome applications from candidates with a bariatric interest.
The hospital is located between the sea and the South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests.
Main duties of the jobSuccessful applicants will undertake anaesthetic sessions across a broad range of surgical specialties, including Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Maxillo-facial, Urology and Gynaecology.
St Richard's Hospital has 10 main operating theatres, 3 Day Surgery theatres, and an Obstetric theatre. The Anaesthetic Department provides anaesthesia for over 100 routine operating lists per week servicing all the major surgical specialties, including Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Maxillofacial Surgery, Gynaecology, Breast, Paediatric Dental, Colorectal, Urology, Plastic surgery and Ophthalmology. Anaesthesia is also provided for the Radiology and Accident and Emergency Departments. In addition, the Department is responsible for the running of the acute pain services, and the maintenance of the obstetric analgesia and anaesthesia service for those on the General Anaesthetic rota.
Pre-assessment services are provided across all three sites with consultants providing dedicated consultant led clinics. Cardio-pulmonary exercise testing clinics are also provided on the Worthing site.
Working for our organisationAt 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 ourWellbeing 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesThe successful applicant will part take in the General Anaesthetic rota, comprising anaesthetic duties for a wide range of surgical interventions, both planned and emergency (specialties detailed above). Stabilisation of paediatric emergencies prior to transfer is undertaken by both the General Anaesthetic rota and the Intensive Care rota.
On Call Commitment is a 1 in 12 frequency at Category A and attracts a 3% supplement.
Please see attached the job description for a full description of the role and the main responsibilities.
Person specification Experience /Qualifications- • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- • CCT in Anaesthesia or 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 related to Anaesthesia
- • Advanced training/special interest area relevant to job plan
- • Deliver safe and effective perioperative care to patients under going complex general surgical procedures
- • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
- • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- • Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
- • Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
- • Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
- • Recognised teaching qualification
- • Evidence of participation in audit
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
- • Appropriate progression of career to date
- • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations-elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications
Further Information
For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email .
For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email .
Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Dr Ryck Albertyn Job title Site Lead Email address Telephone number Additional information
Ryck Albertyn - : Site Lead Worthing Hospital ext 85151
If you have problems applying, contactAddress - 1st Floor, 21 Farncombe Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2BW
- St Mary's Hall, Eastern Road, Brighton and Hove, BN2 5JJ