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Job overview

An exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a modern, stand-alone Children’s Emergency Department by the sea in the South East of England.

ÌýWe have an exciting opportunity for a general paediatrician with an existing special interest in Rheumatology or for someone who would like the opportunity to be given training and to develop a special interest in rheumatology with supervision from the Great Ormond street team. ÌýWorking as part of a busy and vibrant team, this role also supports the Chronic Fatigue specialty service at the Alex.

Main duties of the job

The start date of the post is as soon as possible within notice periods.

ÌýThe post holder will:

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Add value to the department of paediatrics and paediatric Rheumatology through strong professional leadership and contribute to the development of closer working patterns, guidelines, education and standards

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Support consultant-led care in both out-patient and in-patient settings

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Provide telephone advice for patients and families

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý Contribute to the undergraduate teaching program at BSMS and to postgraduate education and supervision within the department

• Participate in all the network related activities and Peer Review related activities – to ensure our care processes are reviewed regularly and actions taken to rectify or modify any shortcomings identified
• Support the development of improved facilities for research and participation in audit.

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On Call Commitment:

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The new consultant will participate on call for general paediatric only.

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý The Ìý‘consultant of the week’ rota, providing care for all medical in-patients with a frequency of 1 in 12 weeks or 1 in 10 weeks ,

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý On call = 1 in 12 or 1 in 10 on call commitment for general paediatrician on-call.

·ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý There is prospective cover for annual leave.

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 ourÌý 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.Ìý

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.Ìý

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