About this role
Job summary
This post includes up to £20k welcome incentive and relocation package for the successful candidate. * Terms and conditions apply
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Neurologist to join the Neurology team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post will be based at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and the appointee will join seven existing consultants to provide a comprehensive Neurology service to the whole of the county.
There is scope to accommodate a variety of clinical interests, working patterns and interests in management, education or research alongside clinical work. We have a track record of doing this successfully in recent years and have a number of consultants working less than full time.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will share responsibility for providing high-quality, patient-centred neurological care across inpatient and outpatient services. Duties include outpatient clinics, ward rounds, inpatient care, reviewing referrals from other specialties and contributing to the Liaison Neurologist of the Day service, which provides inpatient advice and Advice & Guidance to GPs. The role also includes participation in the on-call and weekend neurology arrangements. Consultants are encouraged to develop specialist interests and contribute to teaching, supervision, clinical governance, audit, research and continuing professional development.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employs more than 9,000 staff and is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the South West. The Neurology service operates countywide, with a supportive multidisciplinary team comprising seven existing consultant neurologists, specialist nurses, resident doctors and allied health professionals. Outpatient services are provided across Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital, supported by access to MRI, CT, neurophysiology, neuroradiology and specialist regional services. The department promotes collaborative working, professional development and mentoring for new consultants.
The Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and offers benefits including the NHS Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, flexible working opportunities, health and wellbeing initiatives, staff discounts, childcare facilities and discounted public transport.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Consultant Neurologist will provide independent clinical assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients with neurological conditions, working collaboratively with consultant colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering safe, effective and evidence-based inpatient and outpatient neurological care.
- Supervising ward-based patient care and undertaking ward rounds.
- Assessing referrals from other hospital teams and providing neurological advice to GPs.
- Supporting clinical decision-making by resident medical and nursing staff.
- Contributing to out-of-hours, weekend and on-call arrangements.
- Teaching, supervising and supporting the professional development of resident doctors.
- Participating in clinical audit, quality improvement, risk management and clinical governance.
- Maintaining professional development, appraisal, revalidation and CME/CPD requirements.
- Contributing to departmental, divisional and Trust meetings and service development.
- Providing clinical leadership and working within agreed Trust policies, procedures and strategic objectives.
- Supporting research activities, where appropriate, and promoting evidence-based practice.
- Working collaboratively across organisational boundaries and contributing to the development of high-quality neurological services for the population of Gloucestershire.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- Entry on the GMC Specialist register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 24 months of interview) or CESR
Desirable
- MD or PhD, Additional degrees, diplomas or postgraduate thesis relevant to the specialty
Clinical/Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Neurology, or acquiring training at a rate expected to achieve this by time of taking up post
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Subspecialty expertise that complements those within the department
- Background experience in general medicine (MRCP)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit and Clinical Governance Programmes
- Ability to teach clinical and operative skills
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
- Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects
- Intermediate level IT skills
Desirable
- Understanding of medical information
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Flexibility, able to adapt to changing circumstances
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies
- Must be able to remain calm, professional, and effective when working under pressure
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional and national levels
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) (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration).
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) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). (https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals)
Employer details
Employer name
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) (https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/)