About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit two Clinical Fellowsto join the medical team at the Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (BIRU), one of the UK's leading specialist inpatient rehabilitation services for adults with acquired brain injury.
Main duties of the job
These posts provide an excellent opportunity for doctors with an interest in rehabilitation medicine, neurology, general medicine, psychiatry or acute care to develop their skills in the management of patients with complex neurological disabilities within a supportive, consultant-led multidisciplinary team.
About us
Active Neuro, part of Active Care Group, provides technology-enhanced rehabilitation services for adults within the UK with spinal cord injuries, strokes, brain injuries and other neurological conditions to rebuild and transform their lives.
Our robotic and assistive technology leads a new era of neurorehabilitation measurable, data-driven, and focused on the best outcomes. Our goal is to improve patient flow from acute care to community rehab and expand access to high-quality therapy for more people.
We are committed to helping every person we support feel safe, happy, and empowered enabling them to live the best life possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Clinical Fellow, you will provide day-to-day medical care for patients undergoing specialist inpatient rehabilitation following acquired brain injury. Patients have a wide range of medical, neurological and rehabilitation needs, from routine medical management to the occasional acute deterioration requiring transfer to the acute hospital. Many patients also experience cognitive, behavioural and communication difficulties as a consequence of their brain injury.
You will take a leading role in the general medical management of patients while working closely with experienced Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine, Neuropsychiatry and Neuropsychology, who are readily available to provide support and specialist advice.
The role offers significant clinical responsibility within a highly supportive environment, allowing you to develop confidence in managing complex patients while gaining valuable experience in specialist rehabilitation medicine.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing day-to-day medical care for Level 1 and Level 2 inpatient rehabilitation patients. Clerking new admissions, including gathering collateral information from referring hospitals, community teams and families. Participating in daily Flow and Huddle meetings. Attending weekly multidisciplinary team meetings. Joining twice-weekly consultant-led ward rounds. Supporting and participating in family review meetings. Maintaining accurate electronic patient records, including admission documentation, care notes and comprehensive discharge summaries. Working collaboratively with nursing, therapy and psychology colleagues to deliver holistic, patient-centred rehabilitation. Managing medical issues promptly and escalating appropriately when acute intervention is required.What you'll be working:
We are committed to offering flexible working arrangements. Collectively, these posts provide 8 programmed days per week, and we welcome applications from candidates seeking a variety of working patterns, including:
One full-time and one part-time post Two part-time posts Other combinations that provide the required clinical cover
Please indicate your preferred working pattern within your application, and we will endeavour to accommodate this where possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) Completion of Foundation Years 1 and 2 or equivalent
Experience Essential
Recent experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent) Some experience in neurology is desirable Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Have excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills. Are compassionate, adaptable and able to build strong relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Active Care Group
Address Frenchay BIRU
Briggs Rd, Frenchay
Winterbourne
Sevenoaks
Bristol
BS16 2GF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)