Clinical Fellow ST3+ in General Surgery

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279); Brighton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Clinical Fellow ST3+ in General Surgery in Brighton, Canada. The position involves working in a multidisciplinary team, participating in emergency care, and gaining extensive surgical experience. Candidates must have full GMC registration and relevant competencies. This role offers opportunities in research and teaching, alongside comprehensive training under consultant surgeons. The position includes a call rota to support emergency services in a major trauma centre.

Qualifications

• Must have competencies or equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3.
• Log book of surgical procedures.
• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the 1:10 general on call rota for acute emergency general surgery service.
• Contribute to research, undergraduate education and management roles.
• Work within the multidisciplinary general surgery team under Consultant Surgeons.

Skills

Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Current ATLS provider registration

Competencies equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3

Evidence of managerial skills

Interest and commitment to teaching

Evidence of participation in audit

Education

Higher Degree

Job description

Clinical Fellow ST3+ in General Surgery

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The closing date is 28 December 2025

We are pleased to offer a post to join our General Surgery unit in University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust as a senior clinical fellow. These posts are suited to candidates nearing or who have completed their general surgery training (or equivalent) and are looking to further their experience in complex upper GI or lower GI surgery.

The General Surgery unit in Royal Sussex County Hospital provides tertiary level care to 1.6 million people across Sussex, parts of Surrey and West Kent.

The appointee will work within the multidisciplinary general surgery team under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons and alongside them, to interface with the other team members, comprising Nurses, Dieticians, Psychiatrists, Physicians and Anaesthetists. The post offers comprehensive experience in all aspects of General Surgery in a well-supported and closely supervised environment.

Main duties of the job

The elective teams are split between the UGI and LGI consultants equally with the full spectrum of surgery being undertaken except specialist hepatobiliary work.

Senior Fellows will have the opportunity to benefit from consultant-led training in theatres, access to endoscopy, access to robotic theatre, outpatient clinics and MDTs. Other opportunities within these posts include contribution to research, undergraduate education and management/leadership roles.

As well as contributing to the elective wards alongside the other registrars, they will participate in the 1:10 general on call rota which provides cover to the acute emergency general surgery service in Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. This will provide experience to emergency care/theatres and multi-disciplinary working in a major Trauma Centre. As well as providing care to the people of Brighton and Hove, we provide tertiary level OG and trauma care to 1.6 million people across Sussex, parts of Surrey and West Kent.

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 responsibilities

The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Digestive Diseases Department comprises both the General Surgery and Gastroenterology teams that are managed and run together. This arrangement provides a uniquely integrated service for patients. Close co-operation between specialists in each area is encouraged. Highly specialised endoscopic services are available as part of this team.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
• Current ATLS provider registration
• Higher Degree
• Appropriate progression of career to date

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Must have competencies or equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3
• Log book of surgical procedures

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

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

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

• Evidence of participation in audit
• 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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)