Job summary
Fulfil the day to day activities of a gastroenterology registrar including clinic, ward rounds, training endoscopy lists and general medical on calls. Working under supervision of the Gastroenterology consultants. There are ample opportunities to see in-patient Gastroenterology referrals. The post is Fixed term for 6 months with a view to further 6 months extension. The post would be excellent preparation for a candidate applying for a specialist training post.
Full time position with flexible contribution to out of hours GIM on call on discussion with successful appointee.
Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC at point of application is required
Main duties of the job
Senior Clinical fellow in Gastroenterology
University Hospitals Sussex Foundation Trust is the regional teaching hospital, providing general acute services to Brighton and Hove and Mid Sussex and tertiary services for patients across Sussex and the south east of England. It forms the east part of the newly formed University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust.
The Digestive Diseases Department is a joint medical and surgical department formed in 2001 which sits within the Directorate of Abdominal Medicine and Surgery. The physician team currently comprises 9 full time consultant gastroenterologists and a professor of Hepatology. They provide cover for gastroenterology patients and emergency endoscopy 7 days a week.
Specialist interests in the department include advanced therapeutic endoscopy including EMR, ESD, ERCP and EUS with teaching and training both in endoscopic skills and directly within the medical school. The department also provides services including video capsule endoscopy, an IBD super/MDT clinic with a nationally recognized psychology service. There is also access to transnasal endoscopy, oesophageal manometry physiology and nutrition service. The hepatology service (including the regional hepatitis service) is active in research. There is a monthly joint clinic with the transplant hepatologists from Kings College Hospital. The department is a JAG accredited endoscopy and training unit.
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
The postholder will be expected to backfill the duties of one of the current deanery SpRs daytime clinical activity to allow immersive endoscopy exposure. There are currently 5 deanery trainees. The duties are expected to include (on average):
- 2 outpatient clinics per week
- a minimum of 2 training endoscopy lists per week
- acute unselected medical take (out of hours component negotiable with successful candidate)
- ward duties (daily consultant led ward rounds in place)
- gastroenterology referral bleep
There are additional opportunities to attend both cancer and benign GI MDT meetings. We are keen that candidates are afforded the educational opportunities of specialist trainees in each of the posts. All successful applicants will be allocated an educational supervisor. Post-holders will be encouraged to attend appropriate local speciality training sessions and complete formal assessments in line with what is expected of speciality trainees. At the end of the post successful applicants will therefore be able to demonstrate evidence of learning and the acquisition of skills and competences that will strengthen their applications for speciality training posts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The postholder will be expected to backfill the duties of one of the current deanery SpRs daytime clinical activity to allow immersive endoscopy exposure. There are currently 5 deanery trainees. The duties are expected to include (on average):
- 2 outpatient clinics per week
- a minimum of 2 training endoscopy lists per week
- acute unselected medical take (out of hours component negotiable with successful candidate)
- ward duties (daily consultant led ward rounds in place)
- gastroenterology referral bleep
There are additional opportunities to attend both cancer and benign GI MDT meetings. We are keen that candidates are afforded the educational opportunities of specialist trainees in each of the posts. All successful applicants will be allocated an educational supervisor. Post-holders will be encouraged to attend appropriate local speciality training sessions and complete formal assessments in line with what is expected of speciality trainees. At the end of the post successful applicants will therefore be able to demonstrate evidence of learning and the acquisition of skills and competences that will strengthen their applications for speciality training posts.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- MRCP, or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Appropriate clinical experience
- At least 4 years working in hospital medicine following qualification
- At least 2 years working in GIM or medical speciality
Desirable
- Completion of Core medical training or equivalent
- Experience in Gastroenterology
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
Desirable
- IT skills
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- MRCP, or equivalent
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Appropriate clinical experience
- At least 4 years working in hospital medicine following qualification
- At least 2 years working in GIM or medical speciality
Desirable
- Completion of Core medical training or equivalent
- Experience in Gastroenterology
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
Desirable
- IT skills
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
