Fixed Term Consultant Spinal Surgeon

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Locum Consultant in Spinal Surgery for a fixed-term position. This role involves joining a dedicated team of consultants to provide regional adult spinal neurosurgical services. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in complex spinal surgery and will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care. This opportunity offers a collaborative environment where your skills will contribute to the well-being of patients. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of spinal surgery, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex spinal surgery at consultant level.
• UK professional registration required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regional adult neurosurgical and spinal services.
• Participate in general cranial on-call rota.

Skills

Autonomous practice in complex spinal surgery

Clinical expertise in neurosurgery

Education

Appropriate UK professional registration

Job description

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Main area: Spinal Surgery
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant
Contract: Fixed term: 6 months (10 PA)
Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week (Spinal oncall)
Job ref: 279-MWFTCONSPINALSURG-341

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Site: Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town: Brighton and Hove
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 06/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 29/01/2025

About our Trust

At UHSussex, we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we embody excellence, ambition, and values that have shaped the NHS for over 70 years.

Our talented and dedicated staff work towards a common goal – to always put our Patients First. Your uniqueness and experiences will enhance our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

Job overview

This post is offered as a 12-month fixed term position. The appointee will be part of a team of 9 neurosurgical consultants and four spinal consultants delivering regional adult spinal neurosurgical services.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced clinician with appropriate expertise to work independently and participate on a general cranial on-call rota. This is a full-time clinical post.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The successful candidate will join a team of 13 consultants including 4 dedicated spinal surgeons to deliver regional adult neurosurgical and spinal services. This post will offer equivalent standing and responsibilities to other consultant colleagues.

Person specification

Experience

• Demonstrated experience of autonomous practice in complex spinal surgery appropriate to consultant level.

Important information for applicants

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.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Contact Information:
Name: Chris Carey
Job title: Clinical Director
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01273 696955