About this role
Job summary
This 12-month Advanced Clinical Training Fellowship in Parkinson's and Movement Disorders is designed for post-CCT or peri-CCT neurology trainees wishing to develop advanced expertise in the diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease and complex movement disorders. The fellowship will provide comprehensive exposure to specialist outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary team working, advanced therapeutics and research opportunities within a tertiary neuroscience service.
The post-holder will gain advanced clinical experience in Parkinson's disease, atypical parkinsonian syndromes, tremor disorders, dystonia, ataxia, Huntington's disease and functional movement disorders. Training opportunities will include exposure to advanced therapies such as apomorphine therapy, levodopa intestinal gel therapy and botulinum toxin services. There will be opportunities to gain experience in deep brain stimulation assessment pathways.
The fellowship is structured around Advanced Clinical Fellowship Capabilities in Practice (CiPs) and is intended to provide training beyond that expected within the standard UK Neurology curriculum.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work closely with consultant neurologists, Parkinson's disease specialist nurses, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy and allied health professionals.
The post will also support participation in audit, quality improvement, teaching and research activities, with opportunities to contribute to national movement disorder clinical trials.
Main duties
Participate in specialist movement disorder outpatient clinics and multidisciplinary meetings.
Assess and manage patients with Parkinson's disease and atypical parkinsonian syndromes.
Develop expertise in advanced Parkinson's therapies including device-assisted therapies and deep brain stimulation pathways.
Participate in botulinum toxin clinics for dystonia and spasticity management.
Contribute to inpatient neurology consultations involving movement disorders.
Participate in specialist neuropsychiatry and functional neurological disorder services where available.
Support teaching and education of junior medical staff, allied health professionals and medical students.
Undertake audit, quality improvement and research projects relevant to movement disorders.
Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to clinical governance activities.
Participate in departmental educational meetings and journal clubs.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Main duties
Participate in specialist movement disorder outpatient clinics and multidisciplinary meetings.
Assess and manage patients with Parkinsons disease and atypical parkinsonian syndromes.
Develop expertise in advanced Parkinsons therapies including device-assisted therapies and deep brain stimulation pathways.
Participate in botulinum toxin clinics for dystonia and spasticity management.
Contribute to inpatient neurology consultations involving movement disorders.
Participate in specialist neuropsychiatry and functional neurological disorder services where available.
Support teaching and education of junior medical staff, allied health professionals and medical students.
Undertake audit, quality improvement and research projects relevant to movement disorders.
Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to clinical governance activities.
Participate in departmental educational meetings and journal clubs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Experience Essential
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Knowledge/ Skills Essential
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Teaching/ Education Essential
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Audit/Research Essential
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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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address Univeristy Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)