Fixed Term Specialty Doctor Stroke

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor for their Comprehensive Stroke Service at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. This full-time role involves patient care, education, and simulation training, supporting a new stroke unit and expanding thrombectomy services. Candidates should hold GMC registration with substantial experience in stroke management and a commitment to teaching.

Benefits

Extensive Wellbeing Programme

Flexible Working Options

Opportunities for Continuous Professional Development

Qualifications

• Qualified medical practitioners at registrar level.
• Experience in stroke medicine and thrombolysis.
• Interest and commitment to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Attendance at acute stroke calls.
• Care of patients on HASU.
• Development of the stroke simulation training programme.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Simulation Training

Education

Full GMC Registration

Four years post-graduation with 18 months in relevant specialty

Job description

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NHS Medical & Dental: Fixed Term Specialty Doctor

Main area Stroke Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Fixed Term Specialty Doctor Contract 12 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 279-MWRSCHSTROKEFTSPDR-478

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site RSCH Town Brighton and Hove Salary £59,175 - £95,400 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 01/07/2025 23:59

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’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

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.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our existing clinical team in the Comprehensive Stroke Service at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.

This is an exciting time to join our team as we have recently moved to our new purpose-built Stroke Unit, are in the process of expanding our thrombectomy service and are involved in the reconfiguration of stroke services across the region.

As well as gaining experience in all aspects of acute stroke care, the post holder will be expected to be involved in a range of departmental work including education, further developing our successful stroke simulation course, quality improvement, audit work and governance meetings.

Applications are invited from qualified medical practitioners at registrar level who are enthusiastic to develop their skills in stroke medicine and simulation training. This is not a training post, but clinical experience and supervision will be similar to SpRs. There is currently no on-call associated with this role, but there may be opportunities to expand the role to include cover at the weekends, particularly supporting the TIA service.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post include the following:

· Attendance at acute stroke calls

· Day to day care of patients on HASU

· Opportunity to develop leadership skills chairing MDTs

· Gain experience in acute stroke treatments such as thrombolysis and thrombectomy

· Development of the stroke simulation training programme

This post will give the successful applicant the opportunity to develop skills around all aspects of stroke care from the hyperacute stage including thrombolysis and thrombectomy through to rehabilitation and discharge. There will be the opportunity to contribute regularly to TIA clinics. The stroke unit has an active governance and teaching programme which the post holder will be expected to contribute towards. The post holder will support delivery the local stroke simulation training days and the National UK and ROI stroke simulation when it rotates to Brighton.

The Specialty Doctor will be an integral member of the team providing continuity of care on HASU. The specific timetable will be adapted to the applicant’s experience and training needs. The post holder will be expected to attend stroke calls (gaining experience of thrombolysis and thrombectomy), care for patients on the ward, attend the regular MDTs and contribute to family meetings and discharge planning meetings where necessary.

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

The Specialty Doctor will be an integral member of the team providing continuity of care on HASU. The specific timetable will be adapted to the applicant’s experience and training needs. The post holder will be expected to attend stroke calls (gaining experience of thrombolysis and thrombectomy), care for patients on the ward, attend the regular MDTs and contribute to family meetings and discharge planning meetings where necessary. The post holder will be encouraged to attend our weekly neuroradiology meeting and monthly M&M. There will be opportunities to take part in our active governance programme.

The Stroke team are enthusiastic to teach and there are multiple learning opportunities including weekly journal club and a weekly registrar-led teaching programme. The post holder will have the opportunity to help develop the successful stroke simulation training programme, as well as teaching medical students on placement with the team.

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Person specification

Experience / Qualifications

• • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• • Four years post-graduation, with at least 18 months in the relevant specialty

Clinical Skills and Experience

• • Experience of stroke medicine
• • Experience in thrombolysis
• • Experience in assessment for mechanical thrombectomy

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
• • Experience in simulation training

Academic and Research

• • Evidence of participation in audit
• • Prizes and honours
• • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

• • Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Important information for applicants:

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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.

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UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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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 (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.

Name Ingrid Kane Job title Consultant Stroke Physician Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01273696955 Additional information

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