University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

International Medical Trainee (Resident Trust Doctor)

The closing date is 12 July 2025

Job summary

As an MTI equivalent international medical graduate with interest in acute and chronic pain, you will be expected to participate in acute pain ward rounds, chronic pain clinics and participate in pain procedural lists. You will also be expected to provide anaesthesia for a wide range of specialties, including obstetrics, under supervision. You will also be expected to support the resuscitation and ongoing support of critically ill patients on our ICU. To this end you must have proof of having achieved the IAC and the Primary FRCA exam, or equivalent and have at least 3 months experience in ITU. You will also be expected to partake in the resident doctor on call rota.

At all times you will receive supervision from our consultant body. You are expected to seek advice and support, as appropriate. We provide excellent teaching and training opportunities as demonstrated by our high ranking in the GMC training survey. You will be afforded timetabled educational development time and supported to complete quality improvement projects and participate in clinical governance. You will be appointed an educational supervisor throughout your placement with us, and supported to take any further exams you wish to whilst in the UK.

The candidate must demonstrate professionalism at all times and maintain a patient first approach.

Main duties of the job

Maintain a high standard of clinical work.Responsible for the safe provision of anaesthetic services,with a particular emphasis on acute and chronic pain services. You will also be involved in the acute and ongoing management of patients requiring intensive care treatment under consultant supervision.Ensure compliance with ourclinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.Participate in the resident on call rotasAttend and contribute to the departmental teaching programConsider completing a quality improvement project whilst in the placement.

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.

Details

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWSRH-ANAE-MTI-041

Job locations

St Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Ln

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will be expected to provide anaesthesia for a wide range of surgical specialities, both elective and emergency, with Consultant Supervision.

Consultant supervision is mandatory, however, depending on the nature of the work may be immediate, local or distant supervision. Obstetric and ITU sessions are also expected and will be detailed in job plan. Participation in the ITU handovers and day-to-day ITU work, including assessing and resuscitation and stabiisation of unwell patients, both adults and children under the supervision of the Consultant Intensivist.

This role is specifically aimed at IMGs with an interest in pain. Regular attendance at Acute pain ward rounds, Chronic Pain Clinics and Procedural Pain lists is expected.

On Call Commitment: The MTI doctors form an important role within our department working as part of our Resident Doctor on call team. It is anticipated that the MTI will rotate across all specialities (CEPOD, Obstetrics and ITU) All of our rotas are a 1:8 1:10. The rota is EWTD compliant and incorporates regular Educational development time sessions.

The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.

The succesful applicant must complete mandatory training updates, as required. It is expected that the applicant will achieve the IACOA during their placement

The applicant is expected to maintain a logbook and record their learning on the RCOA Lifelong Learning Platform. We have a comprehensive in-house teaching programme, including SIM sessions, in place. All resident doctors are expected to contribute and attend the sessions. We encourage our residents to participate in Audits, Quality improvement projects, M+M meetings, Research and Clinical Governance. The postholder must participate in the Trusts appraisal process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will be expected to provide anaesthesia for a wide range of surgical specialities, both elective and emergency, with Consultant Supervision.

Consultant supervision is mandatory, however, depending on the nature of the work may be immediate, local or distant supervision. Obstetric and ITU sessions are also expected and will be detailed in job plan. Participation in the ITU handovers and day-to-day ITU work, including assessing and resuscitation and stabiisation of unwell patients, both adults and children under the supervision of the Consultant Intensivist.

This role is specifically aimed at IMGs with an interest in pain. Regular attendance at Acute pain ward rounds, Chronic Pain Clinics and Procedural Pain lists is expected.

On Call Commitment: The MTI doctors form an important role within our department working as part of our Resident Doctor on call team. It is anticipated that the MTI will rotate across all specialities (CEPOD, Obstetrics and ITU) All of our rotas are a 1:8 1:10. The rota is EWTD compliant and incorporates regular Educational development time sessions.

The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.

The succesful applicant must complete mandatory training updates, as required. It is expected that the applicant will achieve the IACOA during their placement

The applicant is expected to maintain a logbook and record their learning on the RCOA Lifelong Learning Platform. We have a comprehensive in-house teaching programme, including SIM sessions, in place. All resident doctors are expected to contribute and attend the sessions. We encourage our residents to participate in Audits, Quality improvement projects, M+M meetings, Research and Clinical Governance. The postholder must participate in the Trusts appraisal process.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • oPrimary FRCA or equivalent
  • oIELTS / OET pass (>7.0 in each; 7.5 Overall or Minimum B in each area)
  • oIAC achieved with evidence on the RCOA Life-long learning platform
  • oALS Certificate from UK Resus Council or Equivalent

Desirable

  • oHigher degree
  • oIACOA pass on RCOA LLP

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
  • oAn ability to communicate well with patients and staff
  • oCompetent in basic anaesthetic procedures eg. Preop assessment, Performance of neuraxial techniques, Performance of GA for ASA 1-3 patients for straightforward emergency
  • oRecognition and management of the critically ill, with support

Desirable

  • oPrevious experience in Pain
  • oPrevious experience in other medical specialities

Knowledge

Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • oResearch experience
  • oPublications
  • oPrizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

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

Additionally

Essential

  • oGood references from relevant sources
Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • oPrimary FRCA or equivalent
  • oIELTS / OET pass (>7.0 in each; 7.5 Overall or Minimum B in each area)
  • oIAC achieved with evidence on the RCOA Life-long learning platform
  • oALS Certificate from UK Resus Council or Equivalent

Desirable

  • oHigher degree
  • oIACOA pass on RCOA LLP

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
  • oAn ability to communicate well with patients and staff
  • oCompetent in basic anaesthetic procedures eg. Preop assessment, Performance of neuraxial techniques, Performance of GA for ASA 1-3 patients for straightforward emergency
  • oRecognition and management of the critically ill, with support

Desirable

  • oPrevious experience in Pain
  • oPrevious experience in other medical specialities

Knowledge

Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • oResearch experience
  • oPublications
  • oPrizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

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

Additionally

Essential

  • oGood references from relevant sources

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

St Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Ln

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Ln

Chichester

PO19 6SE


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Recruitment Officer

Janine Oli

janine.oli@nhs.net

01903205111

Details

Date posted

10 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £41,750 - £64,288

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWSRH-ANAE-MTI-041

Job locations

St Richard's Hospital

Spitalfield Ln

Chichester

PO19 6SE


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