Job summary
- Main area
- Urology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar
- Contract
- 6 months (Fixed Term)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Job ref
- MWPRH-UROLST3-026
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £41,750 - £64,288 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 13/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Clinical Fellow ST3+ equivalent in Urology
NHS Medical & Dental: Trust registrar
Job overview
We are pleased to offer a 6 month fixed term contract post to join our Urology service in University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust as a senior clinical fellow. This post is suited to candidates nearing or who have completed their Urology specialist training (or equivalent) and are looking to further their experience in complex Urology surgery.
The post holder will work predominantly at The Princess Royal Hospital but may be required to attend the Royal Sussex County Hospital to support the major trauma service as and when required.
Main duties of the job
Senior Fellows will have the opportunity to benefit from consultant-led training in theatres, access to robotic theatre, outpatient clinics and MDTs. Other opportunities within this post includes contribution to research, undergraduate education and management/leadership roles.
As well as contributing to the elective wards alongside the other registrars, you will participate in the 1:7 general on call rota which provides cover to the acute emergency Urology service at Princess Royal Hospital and the Royal Sussex County Hospital. This will provide experience to emergency care/theatres and multi-disciplinary working in a major Trauma Centre.
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Clinical Duties:
- Provide day-to-day care for urology inpatients, including conducting ward rounds and liaising with multidisciplinary teams.
- Assess and manage patients in the emergency department and outpatient clinics under consultant supervision.
- Participate in pre-operative and post-operative care, including ward-based procedures such as catheter changes and nephrostomy management.
- Assist in the operating theatre, gaining exposure to a range of urological procedures.
On-Call Responsibilities:
- Manage acute urology admissions and emergencies on a rotational basis.
- Provide initial assessments and perform interventions as required, escalating complex cases to senior team members.
Communication and Coordination:
- Act as a key point of contact between consultants, registrars, nursing staff, and other departments.
- Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of patient records and care plans.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, including mortality and morbidity reviews.
Teaching and Development:
- Provide teaching and supervision to medical students and junior colleagues.
- Attend departmental teaching sessions and actively engage in clinical audits, research, and quality improvement projects.
Person specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Basic Medical Degree
- MRCS or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
- Current ATLS provider registration
Desirable criteria
- Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
- Must have competencies or equivalent to minimum level 3 of ST3
- Log book of surgical procedures
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr. Paimaun Zakikhani
- Job title
- Consultant in Urology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273696955
- Additional information
Mr. Paimaun Zakikhani, Consultant in Urology
Email: [email protected]
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