Job summary
Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant Neurologist Post across South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. The Post is offered on a 10 PA basis, however LTFT applications will be considered. You will have CCT or equivalent and be on the GMCs Specialist Register for Neurology when you take-up the Post (Applications are welcome from those within six-nine months of their CCT date).
We are seeking a supportive individual who possesses strong leadership and communication skills to join our growing team in developing comprehensive neurology services for our patients. You will join a team of seven consultant neurologists and a wider team of doctors in training, specialist nurses, AHPs and PAMs.
Main duties of the job
The STSFT Neurology service provides sub-speciality care across a range of clinical pathways including Parkinsons Disease, Headache, MS, Epilepsy and Neuro-Ophthalmology as well as General Neurology. We also deliver an in-house Neurophysiology service and Neurological Rehabilitation service based on the Sunderland site. Neuroradiology and Neuropathology services are provided in our neighbouring Regional Neurosciences Centres
You will primarily be based at the Sunderland Royal Hospital site but will be expected to regularly deliver activity across the local geography required to meet the needs of the Service.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and encouraged. Applicants interested in applying should contact Dr Richard Telford, Clinical Director, on ext. 47496 or Bleep 52454 and Dr Gina Kennedy, Clinical Lead for Neurology, on ext. 42682 or Bleep 52152.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to develop, in conjunction with the Department, a comprehensive service
for Neurology within South Tyneside and Sunderland and contribute to on-call consultant cover during
weekdays.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to develop, in conjunction with the Department, a comprehensive service
for Neurology within South Tyneside and Sunderland and contribute to on-call consultant cover during
weekdays.
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Have experience in training undergraduates and postgraduates.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Management & leadership skills.
- Be able to work as part of a team.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact telephone number.
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess MRCP.
- Have spent either substantial years in Higher Training (or equivalent) or extensive years as a Specialist Registrar (or equivalent).
- Hold a CCT and or be on the GMCs Specialist Register, or be within 3-6 months of being admitted to the GMCs Specialist Register.
Desirable
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles.
- Have spent a period of training in research in a discipline appropriate to their intended practice.
- Have undertaken additional training in Neurology medicine.
- Have received further specialty training in Neurology and General Medicine to a level equivalent to Calman Level III.
- Have obtained a higher Degree by thesis (MD, MCh, MSc).
- Awareness of assessment / appraisal.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Have experience in training undergraduates and postgraduates.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Management & leadership skills.
- Be able to work as part of a team.
Other
Desirable
- Please provide a contact telephone number.
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess MRCP.
- Have spent either substantial years in Higher Training (or equivalent) or extensive years as a Specialist Registrar (or equivalent).
- Hold a CCT and or be on the GMCs Specialist Register, or be within 3-6 months of being admitted to the GMCs Specialist Register.
Desirable
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles.
- Have spent a period of training in research in a discipline appropriate to their intended practice.
- Have undertaken additional training in Neurology medicine.
- Have received further specialty training in Neurology and General Medicine to a level equivalent to Calman Level III.
- Have obtained a higher Degree by thesis (MD, MCh, MSc).
- Awareness of assessment / appraisal.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
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