Job summary
Consultant in NeurologyDartford and Gravesham NHS trust Full time- 10 PAsPermanent
We are delighted to offer a new and exciting opportunity for a Neurologist to join the Neurology team at Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust.
The Neurology Department is developing integrated services with primary care, stroke, radiology and the regional Neuroscience Centres making greater use of MDT meetings. Part of this process involves developing inpatient beds to support inpatient neurology services within DVH and to support the stroke unit.
Main duties of the job
The Neurology Department is developing integrated services with primary care, stroke, radiology and the regional Neuroscience Centres making greater use of MDT meetings. Part of this process involves developing inpatient beds to support inpatient neurology services within DVH and to support the stroke unit.
We provide a multitude of specialist Neurology Services and regularly review our services for ways to improve and offer the best care available to our patients. Some of the services included in the Neurology sub-specialties at DVH are listed below:
- Epilepsy
- Headache
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Extra-pyramidal disorders
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Neurocognitive disorders
MDT meetings with Neuroradiology on site for neurology, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurocognitive impairment & stroke; with specialist Nurses in both the hospital and the community.
Areas covered by the MDTs include: Epilepsy, pregnancy planning and supervision; Vagal Nerve Stimulation monitoring;
Multiple Sclerosis Specialist Nurses in monitoring disease modifying drugs including running DMT infusion service and heart centre induction days among others; Regional MS MDTs with King's College Hospital;
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Due to the government regulations for mandatory vaccinations for COVID-19 for NHS employees, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. In order to comply with our duty of care, we require all of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your vaccination status will be a condition of your employment and evidence of vaccination will be obtained during the recruitment process, unless you are medically exempt
Job description
Job responsibilities
A formal Job Plan will be agreed between the appointee and their Clinical Director, on behalf of the Medical Director, within three months after the commencement date of the appointee. This will be signed by the Clinical Director and will be effective from the commencement date of the appointment. The Job Plan for the first three months will be agreed between you and the Directorate. The Job Plan will then be reviewed annually, following the Appraisal Meeting. The Job Plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a Consultants duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It should cover all aspects of a Consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It should provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external.
In addition, it should include personal objectives and details of the support required by the Consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives.
The following schedule provides the type of clinical activity and clinically related activity components of the job plan which occur at regular times in the week. Based on a 10 PA contract, there will be 8.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions and 1.5 (SPA) Supporting Professional Activity sessions for this post. This split is a Trust Standard, and has the agreement between the Trust Management and the Local Negotiating Committee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A formal Job Plan will be agreed between the appointee and their Clinical Director, on behalf of the Medical Director, within three months after the commencement date of the appointee. This will be signed by the Clinical Director and will be effective from the commencement date of the appointment. The Job Plan for the first three months will be agreed between you and the Directorate. The Job Plan will then be reviewed annually, following the Appraisal Meeting. The Job Plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a Consultants duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It should cover all aspects of a Consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It should provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external.
In addition, it should include personal objectives and details of the support required by the Consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives.
The following schedule provides the type of clinical activity and clinically related activity components of the job plan which occur at regular times in the week. Based on a 10 PA contract, there will be 8.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions and 1.5 (SPA) Supporting Professional Activity sessions for this post. This split is a Trust Standard, and has the agreement between the Trust Management and the Local Negotiating Committee.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Holds CCT or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interview date.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical Governance principles
- Awareness of current General Medical practices
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Neurology and the sub-specialty of MS
- Full and independent management of clinical patient workload
- Experience of teaching doctors-in training and undergraduates
- Experience of clinical audit
- Experience of collaborative clinical or laboratory research.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to make decisions at Consultant level
- Sufficient leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to effectively undertake the role of Consultant
- Ability to inspire, lead and motivate team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Holds CCT or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interview date.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical Governance principles
- Awareness of current General Medical practices
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Neurology and the sub-specialty of MS
- Full and independent management of clinical patient workload
- Experience of teaching doctors-in training and undergraduates
- Experience of clinical audit
- Experience of collaborative clinical or laboratory research.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to make decisions at Consultant level
- Sufficient leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to effectively undertake the role of Consultant
- Ability to inspire, lead and motivate team
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).
