Job summary
A new 2b Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit was opened in Orpington Hospital in July 2016. The key aim of Ontario 2b is to offer specialist active rehabilitation to patients with neurological needs, to assist them in achieving physical, cognitive and emotional wellbeing, facilitating family, vocational and community engagement. The ward currently has 20 inpatient beds, 14 beds are secured for 2b Neurological Care and 6 further beds for Neurosurgical Step Down patients.
The Frank Cooksey Rehabilitation Unit provides specialist neurological rehabilitation in 15 beds. It was recently relocated to a dedicated fully refurbished ward in Orpington Hospital. In this unit complex physical and cognitive rehabilitation is provided to patients who suffered a stroke, traumatic brain injury, polyneuropathy, myopathy, spinal cord injury, or relapse of progressive neurological disease.
Main duties of the job
Within this role, the successful applicant will work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary teams led by Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine, a Clinical Service Lead to support the day to day running of the Neuro-Rehabilitation 2B and Step-Down unit and Frank Cooksey Rehabilitation Unit. The Medical, Nursing, Therapy Neuropsychology and specialist social worker work with patients to deliver patient-focused, evidence based rehabilitation program to support functional independence and reintegration to home and community. The successful applicant will also be required to attend and actively contribute to family meetings, complex patient discharge meetings, key-working duties and multidisciplinary team reviews
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ENTRY CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
WHEN EVALUATED
QUALIFICATIONS
Eligible for registration with the GMC
MB BS or equivalent degree
MRCP or . suitable other qualifications e.g FRCS, MRCGP Other degrees/
qualifications
Application form
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility to work in the UK
Application form
FITNESS TO PRACTISE
Is up to date and fit to practice safely
Application form / References
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Application form / Interview
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
WHEN EVALUATED
CLINICAL SKILLS
Recent clinical experience at General medicine at ST/1/2/SHO level or equivalent
Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Ability to prioritise clinical need
Shows awareness of own limitations
Awareness of specific needs of neuroscience patients and carers
Recognition of the importance of proper acute care and rehabilitation in neurological illness
Application form Interview / References
ACADEMIC / RESEARCH SKILLS
Shows understanding of the role of clinical audit
Evidence of personal participation in audit including closing audit loops
Evidence of ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates, postgraduates and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs)
Application form Interview / References
PERSONAL SKILLS
Clarity of career aims
Ability to provide complete details of employment history
Evidence of being a good team member
Leadership qualities
Experience of Multi- Disciplinary Team (MDT) working
Application form Interview / References
PROBITY
Capacity to take responsibility for own actions. Demonstrates respect for all.
Application form Interview / References
HEALTH
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice)
Application form Interview / References
OTHER
Prepared to access specific training opportunities at various sites according to the program
Interview
Job description
Job responsibilities
ENTRY CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
WHEN EVALUATED
QUALIFICATIONS
Eligible for registration with the GMC
MB BS or equivalent degree
MRCP or . suitable other qualifications e.g FRCS, MRCGP Other degrees/
qualifications
Application form
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility to work in the UK
Application form
FITNESS TO PRACTISE
Is up to date and fit to practice safely
Application form / References
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Application form / Interview
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
WHEN EVALUATED
CLINICAL SKILLS
Recent clinical experience at General medicine at ST/1/2/SHO level or equivalent
Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Ability to prioritise clinical need
Shows awareness of own limitations
Awareness of specific needs of neuroscience patients and carers
Recognition of the importance of proper acute care and rehabilitation in neurological illness
Application form Interview / References
ACADEMIC / RESEARCH SKILLS
Shows understanding of the role of clinical audit
Evidence of personal participation in audit including closing audit loops
Evidence of ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates, postgraduates and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs)
Application form Interview / References
PERSONAL SKILLS
Clarity of career aims
Ability to provide complete details of employment history
Evidence of being a good team member
Leadership qualities
Experience of Multi- Disciplinary Team (MDT) working
Application form Interview / References
PROBITY
Capacity to take responsibility for own actions. Demonstrates respect for all.
Application form Interview / References
HEALTH
Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice)
Application form Interview / References
OTHER
Prepared to access specific training opportunities at various sites according to the program
Interview
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMRCP / USMLE/ MRCGP / MRCPsch
Registration
Essential
Experience
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMRCP / USMLE/ MRCGP / MRCPsch
Registration
Essential
Experience
Essential
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).
