Job overview

University Hospitals Sussex (East) are looking for an outstanding locum paediatric anaesthetist to join our team looking after patients from pre-term neonates to teenagers, working in a fantastic area of the country. Our anaesthetic department is dynamic and has an excellent reputation for teaching, research and innovation for the benefit of our population. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to hone and expand their clinical skills in addition to developing services within University Hospitals Sussex and our partner organisations. 
 
This is a fixed term post, to cover temporary planned absences in the anaesthetic department.The successful applicant would work primarily at the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital but there will also be opportunities to work with adult patients at the Princess Royal (Haywards Heath), Lewes Victoria Hospital and Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton) sites. The latter hospital is the site of the ongoing 3Ts redevelopment (Tertiary, Trauma and Teaching), which has recently seen the completion of the Louisa Martindale Building, which boasts state-of-the-art operating theatres, teaching and rest facilities, many with stunning sea views.  

Visiting our department prior to interview is encouraged, and if unfamiliar with the hospital, contact with the clinical lead or clinical director prior to application would also be welcomed

Main duties of the job

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Due to the nature of the work undertaken, considerable experience in the delivery of anaesthesia for a wide range of procedures in paediatric patients from neonates to teenagers is expected. The posts are flexible in nature, but offer the opportunity to expand and hone practice in a variety of subspeciality areas as well as adult general lists. The weekly list allocations are consultant led and can hence be tailored to the interests and skills of individuals.

There are plenty of opportunities for leading service development and quality improvement projects and experience/enthusiasm for these areas would be welcomed. 

We are large teaching department with an associated medical school so we expect all consultants to participate in the education and training of medical and non-medical colleagues. Those with a proven track record of delivering education to these groups will find plenty to occupy themselves. 

Further details of the duties of the role can be obtained by contacting the clinical lead or clinical director.

Working for our organisation

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 our Wellbeing 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.