Specialist LaundryTechnician

Job overview

The main duties of the role includes:

1. To assist with teaching 306 Stroke Module component 

2. Assist with enabling teaching in the stroke unit and coordinating students

3. Assisting with audits, QIP, multi-centre research.

4. Helping with ward work as a junior doctor.

Ideally you have decided on Geriatrics/ Stroke Medicine as your preferred career or are in an allied specialty with an interest in Elderly care & education. Alternatively, you will have done F2 and looking for a new experience before deciding what you would like to do. You will have an active interest in improving the quality of care within the Trust. You will be capable of managing projects both independently and under supervision and be skilled at team working. Regular supervision meetings with a training Consultant will help you shape your future career.

The Stroke Department is keen to promote speciality interests and the Consultant body has expertise in education, simulation, acute stroke care, pre-hospital medicine, teaching, research. The consultants are actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medicine, and are involved at developing services at regional and national levels. The academic unit is recognized worldwide and has a track record of major publications, grants, and supervision to completion of MD and PhD candidates.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post include the following: 

It is expected that the successful applicant(s) undertake full clinical/ teaching duties as listed below.

·Responsible for all teaching aspects of the Stroke component and Geriatrics Medicine component of module 306.

·Attendance in weekly 3 hour teaching sessions, as part of a planned ward round rota.

·Evidence of output for the non-clinical project time. This could be a research or audit or QIP project.

·Clinical work to be undertaken as part of the above activities.

Stroke Medicine is evolving rapidly. At UHS East (Royal Sussex County Hospital, RSCH) we are ahead of the game with a team of dynamic and enthusiastic colleagues, exploring different ways of working and expanding our department, services and staff. We are not the finished article, but in the UK, we are leading the way.

We treat 650 patients a year with stroke and our service includes the whole spectrum from thrombolysis, Thrombectomy and after stroke care. Our close links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School mean you can also inspire new generations of doctors.

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, 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 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 - 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

The clinical duties of the post include the following:

It is expected that the successful applicant(s) undertake full clinical/ teaching duties as listed below.

Responsible for all teaching aspects of the Stroke component and Geriatrics Medicine component of module 306. 

Attendances in weekly 3-hour teaching sessions, as part of a planned ward round Rota.

Assist with enabling teaching in the Stroke Unit and co-ordinating students.

Evidence of output for the non-clinical project time. This could be a research, audit or QIP project.

Clinical work to be undertaken as part of the above activities as a Junior Doctor on the wards.

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

Basic medical degree Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Desirable criteria

Higher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential criteria

Completion of F2 Training

Knowledge

Desirable criteria

Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential criteria

Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable criteria

Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential criteria

Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable criteria

Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential criteria

Understanding of the principles of research Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable criteria

Research experience Publications Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential criteria

Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

Evidence of Good communication skills both oral and written

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