About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced senior clinician to join the Stroke team as a Specialist Grade Doctor, working autonomously as part of the Consultant workforce.
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period of in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification, of which a minimum of six years should have been in stroke.
We are an expanding and forward-thinking department providing acute stroke services for the entire population of Bristol, NorthSomerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG), along with regional provision including Mechanical Thrombectomy to the wider Severn Region and beyond.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will beexpected towork autonomously andsupport the delivery of acute services, alongside outreachsupport to Mon-Fri transient ischaemic attack (TIA)Clinics and ward referrals at theBristol Royal Infirmary. They will also be expected to support bi-weekly ward consultant rounds at theStroke Sub Acute Rehab Units (SSARU's)locatedat South Bristol Community Hospital and WestonGeneral Hospital. Overleaf is a summary diagram of the provision and activity at the above sites.
The post holder would be expected toparticipateto the on-call rota which supports the delivery of thrombolysis and provides the regional thrombectomy service.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Specialist Grade doctor you will contribute alongside the Consultant team to ensure delivery of high quality patient care. Duties will include:
Hyperacute stroke including thrombolysis and thrombectomy
HASU and ASU ward management
TIA clinic
Same Day Emergency Care
Person Specification
Qualifications And Registration Essential
MRCP or equivalent Maintain Full registration with the GMC Completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification, of which a minimum of six years should have been in stroke.
Desirable
Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MSc) Pursuing CESR application.
Training And Experience Essential
Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to gain UK CCT in General and Geriatric Medicine or Neurology or Acute Medicine. Training in diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular conditions. Experience with hyper acute stroke treatments including thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy
Desirable
Experience in thrombectomy referral management
Further Training, Management, Audit Essential
Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career. Experience in audit and quality improvement. Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues.
Research, Teaching, Publications Essential
Proven teaching ability. Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
Proven track record in research. Willingness to undertake further research. Ability to teach effectively. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
Leadership and Teamwork Essential
Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams. Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team. Evidence of good organizational and Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management. Skills compassionate leadership skills. Evidence of positive development and change management. An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare.
Communication skills Essential
Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues. An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others. Must be able to influence and persuade effectively. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
Must reside within 30 minutes or ten miles from the principal place of work for on call commitments.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 North Bristol NHS Trust
Address Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)