University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine Dual or Single Specialty

The closing date is 30 November 2025

Job summary

We a seeking to recruit a passionate and dynamic Consultant in Intensive care medicine.

This substantive position is a replacement post after a recent retirement, and the successful applicant will join the 8 existing Intensive Care Consultants who lead patient care in the Critical Care Unit in our friendly department.

We welcome applications from candidates with Intensive Care Medicine as a sole specialty, as well as those dual or triple accredited in other specialties. Single speciality ICM holders are encouraged to contact the department to discuss potential job plans.

There is also a possibility of working some contracted PA's with the Transfer service - which will be externally funded.

The department is extremely forward thinking and has established itself in the research arena, with multiple presentations at both national and international meetings.

The hospital is located in Chichester, located between beautiful areas on the South Coast and South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests both in and out of work.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will take part in the 1:9 Critical Care on call rota.

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.

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

07 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWSRHCONICM-571

Job locations

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO196SE


Job description

Job responsibilities

We a seeking to recruit a passionate and dynamic Consultant in Intensive care medicine.This substantive position is a replacement post after a recent retirement, and the successful applicant will join the 8 existing Intensive Care Consultants who lead patient care in the Critical Care Unit in our friendly department.

We welcome applications from candidates with Intensive Care Medicine as a sole specialty, as well as those dual or triple accredited in other specialties. Single speciality ICM holders are encouraged to contact the department to discuss potential job plans.

There is also a possibility of working some contracted PAs with the Transfer service which will be externally funded.

The department is extremely forward thinking and has established itself in the research arena, with multiple presentations at both national and international meetings.

The hospital is located in Chichester, located between beautiful areas on the South Coast and South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests both in and out of work

SRH 2025 ITU Cons.docx

Job description

Job responsibilities

We a seeking to recruit a passionate and dynamic Consultant in Intensive care medicine.This substantive position is a replacement post after a recent retirement, and the successful applicant will join the 8 existing Intensive Care Consultants who lead patient care in the Critical Care Unit in our friendly department.

We welcome applications from candidates with Intensive Care Medicine as a sole specialty, as well as those dual or triple accredited in other specialties. Single speciality ICM holders are encouraged to contact the department to discuss potential job plans.

There is also a possibility of working some contracted PAs with the Transfer service which will be externally funded.

The department is extremely forward thinking and has established itself in the research arena, with multiple presentations at both national and international meetings.

The hospital is located in Chichester, located between beautiful areas on the South Coast and South Downs National Park, giving ample opportunity to pursue a variety of different interests both in and out of work

SRH 2025 ITU Cons.docx

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • FRCA or appropriate specialist qualification
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • FFICM OR DICM or EDICM
  • CCT in Intensive Care Medicine (both specialties if dual accredited) or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  • Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

  • ATLS/APLS/ALS

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of advanced ICU training recognised by FICM

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • 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

  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

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

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree
  • FRCA or appropriate specialist qualification
  • Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • FFICM OR DICM or EDICM
  • CCT in Intensive Care Medicine (both specialties if dual accredited) or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  • Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

  • ATLS/APLS/ALS

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of advanced ICU training recognised by FICM

Knowledge

Desirable

  • Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • 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

  • Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

  • Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

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

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 Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO196SE


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 Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO196SE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

General Manager

Linzi Garman

linzi.garman@nhs.net

01903205111

Details

Date posted

07 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWSRHCONICM-571

Job locations

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO196SE


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