Specialty Doctor in Integrated Sexual Health

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor interested in the specialty to join the Integrated Sexual Health & 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 & 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.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main 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 & Contraception outpatient clinics including LARC clinics.

See attached Job Description

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

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

Desirable criteria

• Higher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential criteria

• Clinical experience in the UK
• Clinical experience in sexual health, contraception

Desirable criteria

• Clinical experience in HIV, sexual health & contraception

Knowledge

Desirable criteria

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential criteria

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

Teaching Skills

Essential criteria

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Academic and Research

Essential criteria

• Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable criteria

• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential criteria

• Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

• Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications

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Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

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UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications