Job overview
To support developments within the Emergency Department at Eastbourne District General Hospital, East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust requires a further Consultant in Emergency Medicine. The post holder will assist in the provision of a high quality emergency service as part of the development of a multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the speciality.
Applicants must have full GMC registration and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of their CCT .
Main duties of the job
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust operates two level 1 emergency departments at Eastbourne DGH and Conquest Hospital with Conquest designated as a Trauma Unit. Applications are invited for the post of consultant in emergency medicine. The appointee will join the existing consultants to complete a team of 8 in the emergency department.
Duties will be based at Eastbourne but may on occasion work cross-site at Conquest with a 1 in 8 weekend and 1:8 on call. It is anticipated that when all posts are filled the timetabled PAs of all consultants will allow shop floor cover for the following hours:- A rotation between Monday-Fri shop floor cover 0800-00.00 Sat-Sun 0800-1600 shop floor and 1in 8 on call. Consultant shifts to be covered are 1200 to 2200, 1400 to 0000 and 1600-0200. We are particularly interested in candidates who have commitment to all aspects of Emergency Medicine and are keen to develop their careers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
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.
Person specification
Audit
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit.
- Evidence of completed audit project
Desirable
- Publication of original research and audit projects
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical staff, nursing staff and students and other professional groups.
Desirable
- Qualification in Medical Education
Personal skills
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Leadership qualities
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
- Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services
- Professional attitude towards work, and good record of attendance
Desirable
- Demonstration of management of change in clinical practise and commitment to integration of Emergency and Acute Medicine
Research & Publications
Essential
- Understanding of the role of research in Emergency Medicine
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Emergency Medicine
- ALS Provider
- ATLS Provider
- Paediatric Life support Provider
Desirable
- Experience in Acute Medicine
- Completion of other courses relevant to speciality
- ALS,ATLS Instructor
- Paediatric Life Support Instructor
Administration & Management
Essential
- Understanding of NHS management structure and the principles of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications
Registration/ Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC and name on specialist register or CCT within 6 months of interview
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- Fellowship of College of Emergency Medicine or equivalence
Desirable
- Other higher qualifications
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This advert is for Consultant Emergency Medicine (EDGH) with East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust in Eastbourne District General Hospital. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Emergency Medicine role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Sep 2026.
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