Trust Doctor (CT1/2 Equivalent) in General and Elderly Medicine

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Trust Doctor (CT1/2 Equivalent) in General and Elderly Medicine NHS Medical & Dental: Core Trainee (CT1/2)

Main area Medicine Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Core Trainee (CT1/2) Contract 12 months (Fixed term: 12 months) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 279-MWSRHWTG-MedCT1/2-052A

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Worthing Hospital and St Richard's Hospital Town Worthing Salary £44,170 - £57,397 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 31/08/:59

Job overview

Embark on an extraordinary medical journey with University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust Calling all passionate medical professionals! Commence your experience without delay, for immediate or April start date!

University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundation Trust invites you to join our dynamic team as a Trust Doctor in the Department of Medicine at our esteemed St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, and Worthing Hospital, Worthing locations.

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain invaluable experience in General and Elderly Medicine, working alongside our dedicated and experienced clinicians. As a Trust Doctor, you will have the chance to rotate through various departments, allowing you to tailor your experience to your career goals and interests. Situated along the stunning Sussex coastline, our hospitals offer a picturesque setting with easy access to the vibrant towns and excellent cultural and sporting facilities of the region.

This unique location provides the perfect balance between work and leisure, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally.

At University Hospital Sussex, we are committed to supporting your professional development. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our expert Consultant trainers, participate in regular supervision meetings, and engage in departmental and educational audits. This hands-on experience will empower you to shape your future career and make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients.

Main duties of the job

As a Trust Doctor, you will be an integral part of our dynamic medical team, collaborating with junior doctors, Physicians Associates, and specialist nursing practitioners.

Your clinical expertise, communication skills, initiative, and leadership qualities will be essential in guiding medical students and junior doctors, while also contributing to the delivery of exceptional patient care.

Whether you choose to rotate between our diverse clinical teams or focus on a specific area for a year, your time with us will be a transformative experience that will propel your medical career forward.

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care to the people of Sussex and embark on an extraordinary medical journey with University Hospital Sussex NHS Trust!

Working for our organisation

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 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 responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.

Person specification Experience/ Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Completion of F1/F2 competences or equivalent
• Current or previous employment in a UKFPOaffiliated foundation programme or 12 months' experience after full GMC registration and evidence of achievement of foundation competencies
• Have 4 - 12 months' experience in medical specialties as defined by the JRCPTB by time of appointment
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient

Organisation and Planning

• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints Desirable criteria Maximum score 2
• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

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

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You 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.