About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Neurophysiology, based at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and established Clinical Neurophysiology service delivering a range of specialist and tertiary services to patients across Cardiff and Vale and the wider population of Wales.
The successful applicant will work as part of the multidisciplinary Clinical Neurophysiology team, contributing to the assessment, investigation and management of patients referred to the service. The post provides an opportunity to gain further experience across the specialty and develop clinical knowledge and practical skills within an established tertiary service.
The postholder will be encouraged to participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, research and teaching. Applicants should demonstrate a clear interest in Clinical Neurophysiology and a commitment to continued professional development.
Although this post is advertised as full time, consideration will be given to applicants who require flexible working arrangements.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will
- Contribute to the assessment, investigation and clinical management of patients referred to Clinical Neurophysiology.
- Work with appropriate independence while seeking senior clinical advice and supervision when required.
- Work collaboratively with consultant neurophysiologists, clinical physiologists, healthcare scientists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Support the delivery of safe, effective and timely specialist and tertiary Clinical Neurophysiology services.
- Manage and prioritise clinical and administrative responsibilities effectively.
- Participate in departmental clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and patient-safety activities.
- Contribute to teaching, research and service development where appropriate.
- Maintain high professional, ethical and clinical standards in accordance with GMC requirements and Good Medical Practice.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants must
- Hold a recognised primary medical qualification.
- Hold full GMC registration and a current licence to practise by the date the post commences.
- Have relevant postgraduate clinical experience and demonstrate the capabilities required to undertake the responsibilities of a Senior Clinical Fellow.
- Demonstrate an interest in and understanding of Clinical Neurophysiology.
- Be able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate effective communication, organisation, prioritisation and clinical decision-making skills.
- Show a commitment to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, teaching and continued professional development.
- Be able to work with appropriate independence while recognising when senior clinical advice is required.
Relevant postgraduate qualifications and previous experience within Clinical Neurophysiology or an associated specialty would be desirable.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise
- MRCP, MRCPH, MRCS or equivalent higher diploma, qualification or degree
Desirable
- On Specialist Register for specialty / Specialty Registrar
- Postgraduate degree (PhD, MD
Experience
Essential
- Broad training and experience in clinical neurophysiology
Desirable
- Experience in paediatric EEG and paediatric neuromuscular electro diagnostics
Ability
Essential
- Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
- Counselling and communication skills
Desirable
- Computing skills
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice
- Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance
- Experience of research in clinical neurophysiology
- Evidence of engagement with revalidation
Desirable
- Evidence of initiating, completing and writing up research projects with track record of publication
Other requirements
Essential
- Satisfactory Immigration Status
- Satisfactory Health Clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure Check
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
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park Way
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)