Specialty Doctor in Integrated Sexual Health

Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor interested in the specialty to join the Integrated Sexual Health and HIV teams at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust based at the Chichester clinic. This is a part-time, fixed-term post; however, consideration will also be given to applicants who wish to work on a sessional basis.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to staff Sexual Health and Contraception outpatient clinics including LARC clinics if suitably trained (the option of training in LARC methods is available) and to provide senior cover during clinic.

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 a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details
Date posted: 15 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: £63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum pro-rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 279-SRHSPDRSH-718
Closing date: 29 October 2026

Job responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor interested in the specialty to join the HIV and Integrated Sexual Health teams at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust based at Chichester Sexual Health Clinic, St Richards Hospital.

This is a fixed-term post for one year, comprising five sessions per week. However, consideration will be given to applicants who wish to undertake fewer sessions or work on a sessional basis.

The post holder will be expected to staff integrated Sexual Health and Contraception outpatient clinics including LARC clinics.

See attached Job Description

Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications

• Essential: Basic medical degree; Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice; Four years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty.
• Desirable: Higher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

• Essential: Clinical experience in the UK; Clinical experience in sexual health, contraception
• Desirable: Clinical experience in HIV, sexual health and contraception

Knowledge

• Desirable: Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

• Essential: Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams; Understanding of: NHS, Clinical governance, Resource constraints

Teaching Skills

• Essential: Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Academic and Research

• Essential: Evidence of participation in audit
• Desirable: Research experience; Publications; Prizes and honours

Career Progression

• Essential: Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

• Essential: Evidence 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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: Chichester Sexual Health Clinic, St Richard's Hospital, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6SE, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Integrated Sexual Health and HIV, Judith Zhou, j.zhou@nhs.net, 01903285199

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality of opportunity.