Job summary
Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine with 15-25% non-clinical time in:
Education, Research, Leadership, Ultrasound, Simulation, Trauma and Cesar training
(Please note that applicants will require 2 years of A&E and 4 years as a medical doctor in order to apply. If these requirements are not able to be met, please apply for junior Clinical Fellow post)
Posts are available from 06 August 2025 for 12 months fixed term.
Emergency Medicine is evolving rapidly. At RSCH and PRH we are ahead of the game with a team of dynamic and enthusiastic colleagues, exploring different ways of working and expanding our departments, services and staff. We are not the finished article, but in the UK, we are leading the way.
We treat 130,000 patients a year from Code Red polytrauma patients brought in by our HEMS doctors to patients with minor injuries. Our close links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School means you can also inspire new generations of doctors with the excitement of what we do.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
It is expected that the successful applicant(s) undertake full clinical duties on the Middle Grade Rota.
Responsible for all clinical aspects of Emergency work with 24/7 Consultant presence in the RSCH for advice
Responsible for all clinical and managerial aspects of Emergency work overnight in the PRH with the Consultant on-call from home within 30 minutes from the hospital site
1-in-3 weekend frequency as a maximum
1-in-8-night frequency as a maxim
Active participation in Teaching and supervising SHO Grade doctors.
Attendance in weekly 3-hour teaching sessions
About us
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 description
Job responsibilities
The job plan will be based on 48 hours per week with 3 hours protected teaching time and 4 hours dedicated CPD time. This may be worked flexibly over a seven-day working week. This will be based on an annualised rota system. It is possible to choose an LTFT option with pro-rata annual leave and study leave allowances.
We offer non-clinical time for our fellows which can take up to 25% of their contracted time. The non-clinical time is to be spent focussing on the chosen special interest. The options include education, trauma, Cesar training ultrasound, simulation with plans to include further choices in the future. The successful candidate will work 75% of their contracted time clinical and 15-25% non-clinical of their preference.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan will be based on 48 hours per week with 3 hours protected teaching time and 4 hours dedicated CPD time. This may be worked flexibly over a seven-day working week. This will be based on an annualised rota system. It is possible to choose an LTFT option with pro-rata annual leave and study leave allowances.
We offer non-clinical time for our fellows which can take up to 25% of their contracted time. The non-clinical time is to be spent focussing on the chosen special interest. The options include education, trauma, Cesar training ultrasound, simulation with plans to include further choices in the future. The successful candidate will work 75% of their contracted time clinical and 15-25% non-clinical of their preference.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- Completed a minimum of 2 years in Emergency Medical work and 4 years as a DR equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- Completed a minimum of 2 years in Emergency Medical work and 4 years as a DR equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital / Princess Royal Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
