Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our existing clinical team in the Comprehensive Stroke Service at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.
This is an exciting time to join our team as we have recently moved to our new purpose-built Stroke Unit, are in the process of expanding our thrombectomy service and are involved in the reconfiguration of stroke services across the region.
As well as gaining experience in all aspects of acute stroke care, the post holder will be expected to be involved in a range of departmental work including education, further developing our successful stroke simulation course, quality improvement, audit work and governance meetings.
Applications are invited from qualified medical practitioners at registrar level who are enthusiastic to develop their skills in stroke medicine and simulation training. This is not a training post, but clinical experience and supervision will be similar to that provided for SpRs in training. There is currently no on-call associated with this role, but there may be opportunities to expand the role to include cover at the weekends, particularly supporting the TIA service.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
Attendance at acute stroke calls
Day to day care of patients on HASU
TIA clinics
Opportunity to develop leadership skills chairing MDTs
Gain experience in acute stroke treatments such as thrombolysis and thrombectomy
Development of the stroke simulation training programme
This post will give the successful applicant the opportunity to develop skills around all aspects of stroke care from the hyperacute stage including thrombolysis and thrombectomy through to rehabilitation and discharge. There will be the opportunity to contribute regularly to TIA clinics. The stroke unit has an active governance and teaching programme which the post holder will be expected to contribute towards. The post holder will support delivery the local stroke simulation training days and the National UK and ROI stroke simulation when it rotates to Brighton.
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Specialty Doctor will be an integral member of the team providing continuity of care on HASU. The specific timetable will be adapted to the applicants experience and training needs. The post holder will be expected to attend stroke calls (gaining experience of thrombolysis and thrombectomy), care for patients on the ward, attend the regular MDTs and contribute to family meetings and discharge planning meetings where necessary. The post holder will be encouraged to attend our weekly neuroradiology meeting and monthly M&M. There will be opportunities to take part in our active governance programme.
The Stroke team are enthusiastic to teach and there are multiple learning opportunities including weekly journal club and a weekly registrar-led teaching programme. The post holder will have the opportunity to help develop the successful stroke simulation training programme, as well as teaching medical students on placement with the team.
On Call Commitment: None
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Interviews to take place potentially end of April 2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Specialty Doctor will be an integral member of the team providing continuity of care on HASU. The specific timetable will be adapted to the applicants experience and training needs. The post holder will be expected to attend stroke calls (gaining experience of thrombolysis and thrombectomy), care for patients on the ward, attend the regular MDTs and contribute to family meetings and discharge planning meetings where necessary. The post holder will be encouraged to attend our weekly neuroradiology meeting and monthly M&M. There will be opportunities to take part in our active governance programme.
The Stroke team are enthusiastic to teach and there are multiple learning opportunities including weekly journal club and a weekly registrar-led teaching programme. The post holder will have the opportunity to help develop the successful stroke simulation training programme, as well as teaching medical students on placement with the team.
On Call Commitment: None
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Interviews to take place potentially end of April 2026
Person Specification
Organisation & 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
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty.
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oExperience of stroke medicine
- oExperience in thrombolysis Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- oExperience in assessment for mechanical thrombectomy
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Acadmic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research Experience
- Publications
- oPrizes and honours
Career Progression and Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Organisation & 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
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty.
Desirable
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oExperience of stroke medicine
- oExperience in thrombolysis Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- oExperience in assessment for mechanical thrombectomy
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Acadmic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research Experience
- Publications
- oPrizes and honours
Career Progression and Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence 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.
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).
