University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Senior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine

The closing date is 01 March 2026

Job summary

Day to day care of patients in the Emergency Department.

Non-clinical commitments of the chosen portfolio.

Full-time including participation in a full shift rota system workingmaximum 1 in 3 weekends and maximum 1 in 8 nights.

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.o Responsible for all clinical aspects of Emergency work with 24/7 Consultant presence in theRSCH for advice o Responsible for all clinical and managerial aspects of Emergency work overnight in the PRHwith the Consultant on-call from home within 30 minutes from the hospital siteo 1-in-3 weekend frequency as a maximum o 1-in-8 night frequency as a maximumo Active participation in Teaching and supervising SHO Grade doctors.o Attendance in weekly 4 hour teaching sessionsThe non-clinical duties include an individually agreed portfolio which may be the chosen area ofinterest of the successful candidate(s).o Delivery of all aspects of the non-clinical portfolio based on individual agreement (job plan) o Individually agreed percentage of the contracted time available for non-clinical duties

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year PA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWED-SCF-026-001

Job locations

The Royal Sussex County/The Princess Royal

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

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 theRSCH for advice Responsible for all clinical and managerial aspects of Emergency work overnight in the PRHwith 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 maximum Active participation in Teaching and supervising SHO Grade doctors. Attendance in weekly 4 hour teaching sessionsThe non-clinical duties include an individually agreed portfolio which may be the chosen area ofinterest of the successful candidate(s). Delivery of all aspects of the non-clinical portfolio based on individual agreement (job plan) Individually agreed percentage of the contracted time available for non-clinical duties

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 theRSCH for advice Responsible for all clinical and managerial aspects of Emergency work overnight in the PRHwith 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 maximum Active participation in Teaching and supervising SHO Grade doctors. Attendance in weekly 4 hour teaching sessionsThe non-clinical duties include an individually agreed portfolio which may be the chosen area ofinterest of the successful candidate(s). Delivery of all aspects of the non-clinical portfolio based on individual agreement (job plan) Individually agreed percentage of the contracted time available for non-clinical duties

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical/ Dental Council.
  • 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 including from overseas will also be accepted.
  • Previous UK medical work experience and/or full understanding of the medical structure in the UK

Desirable

  • Evidence of teaching and training of medical/ dental students or trainees or allied health professionals
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical/ Dental Council.
  • 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 including from overseas will also be accepted.
  • Previous UK medical work experience and/or full understanding of the medical structure in the UK

Desirable

  • Evidence of teaching and training of medical/ dental students or trainees or allied health professionals

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

The Royal Sussex County/The Princess Royal

Brighton

BN2 5BE


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

The Royal Sussex County/The Princess Royal

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ED Consultant/Lead for ED Workforce

Dr Andy Rahman

andrew.rahaman@nhs.net

07872333693

Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year PA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MWED-SCF-026-001

Job locations

The Royal Sussex County/The Princess Royal

Brighton

BN2 5BE


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