LED Doctor - Complex Early Pregnancy & Acute Gynaecology MT07 (ST4)

The post holder will work closely with Miss Oksana Dickinson and Mr Tosin Ajala and will be fully integrated into Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology services across the Trust. Duties include consultant-led Early Pregnancy Unit clinics, ambulatory emergency gynaecology, acute gynaecology care, and emergency benign gynaecological surgery.

The role offers extensive exposure to assessing and managing ectopic pregnancy, pregnancy of unknown location, miscarriage, acute pelvic pain, and heavy menstrual bleeding. The successful applicant will gain experience in medical and surgical pathways, including outpatient and theatre-based miscarriage management, care of haemodynamically unstable patients, and supervised laparoscopic management of ectopic pregnancy and other acute benign conditions.

A key component is structured early pregnancy ultrasound training within a consultant-supported environment, with opportunities to develop competencies aligned with RCOG and AEPU standards. The fellowship also includes dedicated experience in Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) at Worthing Hospital and elective benign gynaecology operating at the Princess Royal Hospital.

Participation in the obstetric on-call rota provides exposure to high-risk obstetrics within a tertiary maternity service linked to the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, supporting maintenance and development of advanced obstetric skills alongside specialist EPU and Acute Gynaecology training.

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. Were 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. Were here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing 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.

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.

Experience/ Qualifications

Desirable: - oHigher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential: - oClinical skills expected of an ST4+ level doctor; - oEvidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Desirable: - oIT skills; - oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Knowledge

Desirable: - oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential: - oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams; - oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable: - oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential: - oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable: - oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential: - oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable: - oResearch experience; - oPublications; - oPrizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential: - oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential: - oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written