Fixed Term Consultant in Trauma

4 weeks ago


Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Fixed term Consultant post in Trauma and Orthopaedics, with potential for substantive post. This is a replacement post, working cross site between Worthing hospital and St Richard's hospital which are part of University Hospitals of Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Successful candidate is expected to have expertise in management of Lower Limb Trauma & participate in the on-call trauma rota managing all orthopaedic emergencies. Elective sub speciality experience in hip arthroplasty as well Foot and Ankle is desirable.

We over all run seven hospitals under University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, including the major trauma centre for the Southeast of England in Brighton, while Worthing general hospital and St. Richard's hospitals are 2 major Trauma Units in the department has access to Theatre and Clinic facilities at St. Richard's, Worthing, and Southlands Hospitals. All the elective arthroplasty operating is done at St Richard's Hospital. Elective Clinic and day case operating capacity is additionally provided at Southlands Hospital.

There are four dedicated Trauma & Orthopaedics Theatres in St. Richard's, 2 in Worthing Hospital and there is a Day Surgery Unit both at Southlands Hospital and St. Richard's hospital. Fracture and Elective Clinic areas are located at Worthing Hospitals, St Richard's Hospital and Southlands Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the Trauma and Orthopaedics team to provide high care of specialist services in Lower Limb Trauma whilst elctive skills in hip arthroplasty, foot and ankle are desirable.

The candidate will be part of on call rota at Worthing but can be moved depending on service need.

Current appointment will be based at Worthing and St Richard's hospital in Chichester, where we provide emergency and inpatient care. However, post holder will be expected to work across all sites in the Trust as per service needs.

We over all run seven hospitals under University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, including the major trauma centre for the Southeast of England in Brighton, while Worthing general hospital and St. Richard's hospitals are 2 major Trauma Units in the Trust. We have close links between the major trauma centre in Brighton with 2 truam units in St. Richard's hospitals and Worthing Hospital. Peadiatric orthopaedic services are provided from Brighton and Southampton.

We are a forward looking and innovative trust whose purpose is to provide high quality emergency and elective care for the people of West Sussex.

About us

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. 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.

Build a career with us: 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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for main responsibilities of the role and the person specification.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

Essential

oBasic medical degree oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice oCCT in Trauma & Orthopaedics or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

oHigher Degree

Clinical Skills & Experience

Essential

oRelevant post registration experience oTrauma experience oExperience in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty subspecialty. oHip & Knee Arthroplasty experience demonstrated via logbook.

Desirable

oTrauma skills demonstrated via logbook

Knowledge

Desirable

oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

Essential

oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams. oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching skills

Essential

oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

Essential

oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

Research experience Publications oPrizes and honours

Career progression & Personal Attributes

Essential

oAppropriate progression of career to date

Desirable

oEvidence of: - Good communication skills both oral and written

  • Worthing, United Kingdom 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We over all run seven hospitals under University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, including the major trauma centre for the Southeast of England in Brighton, while Worthing general hospital and St. Richard’s hospitals are 2 major Trauma Units in the Trust. The department has access to Theatre and Clinic facilities at St. Richard’s, Worthing, and...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Please see attached job description for main responsibilities of the role and the person specification.


  • Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job overview We are looking for someone to join our friendly, supportive team to work with and develop the Peri-Operative service based at Worthing Hospital. This has the possibility to be a hybrid position encompassing both day to day care of patients living with frailty within the Department of Medicine for the Elderly as well as working for the...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Consultant of the week attending session. Monday to Friday 9-5pm. Lead Ward rounds on general paediatric wards daily, and Neonatal wards when the need arises. Respond to neonatal and paediatric emergency calls with the resus team, with expectation to take a lead role within the team. Be responsible for the management of new patients admitted to the wards or...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary We are seeking to appoint a full-time substantive Consultant Rheumatologist. The appointee will work with Consultant colleagues to provide a comprehensive service for residents across West Sussex. The Rheumatology department is part of the MSK Directorate including Trauma and Orthopaedics and Pain Management. The post will be based...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job overview We are seeking to appoint a full-time substantive Consultant Rheumatologist. The appointee will work with Consultant colleagues to provide a comprehensive service for residents across West Sussex. The Rheumatology department is part of the MSK Directorate including Trauma and Orthopaedics and Pain Management. The post will be based...

  • Senior HR Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom St Barnabas Hospices Full time

    Please see the full job description to view all the duties and responsibilities of this exciting new opportunity

  • Ict Consultant

    1 month ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom TurnITon Full time

    **ICT Consultant** **Worthing, West Sussex** **£24,000 - £30,000** **Turn IT on are looking for and enthusiastic and motivated ICT Consultant who has a real flair for technology mixed with a passion for providing exemplary service to our customers to join our team in West Sussex.** You will be responsible for maintaining all IT hardware and services...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom educateu Full time

    Educate U is a small independent SEN Trauma Informed school in Worthing town centre, we currently have 40 children on roll. We are seeking to appoint a highly competent, experienced and proactive person to join our office team. We are looking for someone who is flexible and resilient in their approach. The postholder duties will include - high-level,...

  • Behavioural Lsa

    4 days ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Engage Education Full time

    This school is a warm and welcoming community where children are pushed and supported to improve their social and emotional skills. Children display a variety of needs including; Anxiety, Challenging Behaviour, Personality Disorder, Depression, or trauma-related mental health needs. If you are passionate about supporting children with complex additional...

  • Cover Supervisor

    2 days ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **COVER SUPERVISOR** **Full Time/ Part Time/ Permanent/ Temporary** We are currently looking for resilient individuals who have a passion for teaching and are wanting to develop their experience and build a career in education. Successful applicants will be supporting the continuation of education for students' across Year 7 to 11 in the absence of their...

  • Cover Supervisor

    2 days ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **£100 - £110 a day** **Monday - Friday** **8.30 - 3.30** **Start Date: ASAP** - **Masterclass are excited to be working alongside a number of Sussex's Secondary Schools who are looking to hire cover supervisors for both long term work and day to day roles.**_ The education settings provide full time education for young people aged between 11 and 18...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **Cover Supervisor** **Full time** **8.30 to 3.30 (approx) / Term time only** **£95 to £105 per day** **Crawley** **A Crawley secondary school are looking to hire 2 a cover supervisors starting ASAP.** - Do you have experience teaching secondary school age students? Have you previously worked as a cover supervisor?_ MCE are currently looking for 2...

  • Nursery Assistant

    22 hours ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **£320 - £340 per week** **Monday-Friday (Term Time Only)** **8.30-3.30pm** **Immediate Start** - Are you looking for a career working with young learners?_ At Masterclass, we have been tasked in recruiting a Nursery Assistant for a wonderful **Primary school** in the Worthing area. They provide a happy and safe environment where the pupils can thrive...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **Learning Support Assistant** **Worthing** **£60-£70 a day** **Full Time** **Monday-Friday** **8.30-3.30pm** **Start Date: January** - **Are you inspiring, engaging and have a kind nature? Do you have a passion in helping children achieve their full potential?**_ The school provide a happy and safe environment where the children can thrive in their...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom West Sussex County Council Full time

    **About Us** Blue Cove is a short-term emergency assessment home that provides support to children at times of crisis or significant periods of change in their lives. We are seeking a passionate individual with excellent organisational skills and to ensure the team isoffering high standards of support to children with a focus on consistency and aspirational...

  • Classroom Assistant

    2 days ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Masterclass Education Full time

    **Classroom Assistant** **Worthing** Bank Staff Needed (Starting Immediately) £64 - £68 per day (paid weekly) Are you looking for flexible work? Are you looking for a new fulfilling career working with children? We are looking for bank staff across the West Sussex area. We work within primary and secondary SEN schools. Must be available from 8.30 -...

  • Finance Assistant

    1 month ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom Page Personnel Finance Full time

    Finance Assistant / Worthing / Finance / 6 months FTC **Client Details** A well respected Worthing based business are seeking a Finance Assistant for an initial period of 6 months on a fixed term contract basis. **Description** As Finance Assistant you will be responsible for making payments, processing invoices, loading receipts, reconciliations,...

  • Driver

    1 month ago


    Worthing, United Kingdom New Dawn Recruitment Dartford Full time

    **Diver - Home to School Minibus** - The role provides significant job satisfaction through assisting children to attend school and achieve their full potential in life. Drivers will be supported by a Passenger Care Assistant - Work will be based mainly around school opening and closing times, and is term time - We have work available in Worthing and the...


  • Worthing, United Kingdom WSCC Full time

    **About Us** West Sussex Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a high performing multi-agency statutory partnership which provides services before and after court to meet the statutory requirements of the youth justice system. Its primary aim is to prevent offending and reduce reoffending by children. The service works in partnership with a variety of agencies to...