Job summary
Whole-time Locum Consultant Neurologist to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital and providing an outpatient outreach service to District General Hospitals. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will predominantly cover Doncaster Royal Infirmary. There are additional vacancies potentially at Chesterfield Royal Hospital (CRH) and Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (BDGH) which will be discussed with the successful appointee as needed. This post is fixed term for 6 months.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
Appointments are made to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the person appointed is required to be sufficiently flexible to undertake their main clinical duties at any of the sites within the Region and/or to change their base hospital.
The appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of adult neurological services to DRI/CRH/BDGH and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. The appointee will be expected to contribute to the routine outpatient general neurological workload at DRI/CRH/BDGH, provide a ward liaison service at DGH, as well as general and sub-specialty clinics in Sheffield.
The person appointed will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COVID-19 Vaccination Information: COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://sheffieldhospitalscoronavirus.co.uk/vaccine.html where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COVID-19 Vaccination Information: COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://sheffieldhospitalscoronavirus.co.uk/vaccine.html where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practice.
- Name on the specialist register for Neurology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- MRCP or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Neurology
- Has developed (or is willing to develop) a complementary area of sub-specialist interest in Neurology.
- Understanding of evidence-based medical practice
- Skills and competence in the management of patients with neurological conditions.
Research
Essential
- Ability critically to assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Experience of teaching/training other clinical professionals
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
- Experience of appraisal or equivalent overseas arrangements.
- Ability to organise own learning and time
- Commitment to life-long learning
- Ability to organise own learning and time.
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Membership of appropriate specialist societies
Management and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management.
- Evidence of ability to work with management and previous experience of management groups.
- Ability to lead a team and understanding of leadership skills.
- Able to prioritise & organise work efficiently.
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix).
- Good time management skills.
- Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Adopts a patient-centred, professional & responsible approach to clinical practice.
- Able to withstand demands of the post and to take sound clinical decisions at all times.
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Prepared to work flexibly as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practice.
- Name on the specialist register for Neurology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- MRCP or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Neurology
- Has developed (or is willing to develop) a complementary area of sub-specialist interest in Neurology.
- Understanding of evidence-based medical practice
- Skills and competence in the management of patients with neurological conditions.
Research
Essential
- Ability critically to assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
- Experience of teaching/training other clinical professionals
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
- Experience of appraisal or equivalent overseas arrangements.
- Ability to organise own learning and time
- Commitment to life-long learning
- Ability to organise own learning and time.
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
- Membership of appropriate specialist societies
Management and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management.
- Evidence of ability to work with management and previous experience of management groups.
- Ability to lead a team and understanding of leadership skills.
- Able to prioritise & organise work efficiently.
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix).
- Good time management skills.
- Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Adopts a patient-centred, professional & responsible approach to clinical practice.
- Able to withstand demands of the post and to take sound clinical decisions at all times.
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Prepared to work flexibly as required.
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).
