Job summary
At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME.
The trust is seeking a highly motivated and capable individual for a full-time/10 PA post based at Walkergate Park, a level 1 neurorehabilitation center in the north of England. Part time applicants are welcome to apply. The post holder will work primarily in the outpatient team across neuro-rehabilitation services. This post will include non-resident on-call. Candidates with a special interest are welcome to apply, and this can be negotiated alongside candidate capability and service needs.
As a Consultant, you will know what it means achieve this by leading a team. Striving for a better service leads to a better you.
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty.
Main duties of the job
The role has a focus on general rehabilitation and toxin delivery work. Clinics usually have 3 hours of clinical work with 1 hour of admin, though this can change to accommodate needs for the candidate and service.
There is also in-reach work for inpatients in the neurobehavioral and neurorehabilitation wards, as well as outreach clinics/home visits.
We are the regional center for neurorehabilitation and the post holder will be part of the Single Point of Access team, assessing referrals for inpatient admission.
Toxin clinics are usually run are new assessment spasticity MDT clinics (1-3/week) and review clinics through a variety of medial and non-medical injectors. The post holder will be expected to support the toxin service, particularly in spasticity management, and so a candidate with expertise in both ultrasound guided and non-ultrasound guided injections would be ideally suited for the role.
You will have your own office space and will be supported by a medical assistant and/or medical secretary. We are looking for applicants based anywhere in the UK to explore exciting new opportunities in remote and digital working.
This is a substantive and full-time post however we would be happy to consider applicants available on a part time or fixed term basis.
About us
Why us?
Up to £8k relocation package
30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
Remote working available as suits service needs
Dedicated and protected SPA time
Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
Teaching and research opportunities available
Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
Employee Excellence awards
Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
When you work for CNTW, you will work for a Trust that has been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC and is ranked 1st nationally in GMC trainer survey for the support provides to trainers. You will make a difference in changing people's lives. You will join a medical workforce that is passionate about providing care and receive superb training and development opportunities and excellent staff benefits.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to meet prospective colleagues and members of the Senior Management Team. To discuss the post and/or make arrangements for visiting please contact:
Name: Dr. Revin Thomas, Consultant in Neurorehabilitation, Assistant Medical Director for neurological/specialist services (line/clinical manager for this post)
Tel: via PA Ms Michelle Mobberley; 01912875138
Email: via PA- Michelle.Mobberley@cntw.nhs.uk
All interested candidates are strongly advised to meet with and discuss about the post prior to interviews.
Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to meet prospective colleagues and members of the Senior Management Team. To discuss the post and/or make arrangements for visiting please contact:
Name: Dr. Revin Thomas, Consultant in Neurorehabilitation, Assistant Medical Director for neurological/specialist services (line/clinical manager for this post)
Tel: via PA Ms Michelle Mobberley; 01912875138
Email: via PA- Michelle.Mobberley@cntw.nhs.uk
All interested candidates are strongly advised to meet with and discuss about the post prior to interviews.
Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- Included on GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
- MRCP or equivalent (MRCGP or MRCS)
- As part of their training, at least 18-24 months SpR/ST training in neurorehabilitation or ability to demonstrate the relevant competencies through application
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant rehabilitation medicine field- e.g MD or PhD
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
- Working/training in a UK NHS level 1 neurorehabilitation centre
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of Rehabilitation Medicine
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision and legislation
Desirable
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in general rehabilitation in different clinical settings
- Experience of Clinical Audit
- Experience of spasticity management is essential for this role. Candidate should be able to manage clinics independently and supervise trainees/AHPs. Also having skills with, ultrasound guided injections, botulinum toxin injections for dystonia and hypersalivation
- Experience of working with MDTs in managing a wide variety of complex neuro-disability cases and patients is essential
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
- Experience in service management or development
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills especially with toxin delivery
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of rehabilitation medicine patients, particularly neuro-disability management- e.g. MS, cerebral palsy, GBS etc
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent teaching skills
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner.
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to sustain self and support others
- Trustworthiness
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
- Maturity, openness and flexibility
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- Included on GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
- MRCP or equivalent (MRCGP or MRCS)
- As part of their training, at least 18-24 months SpR/ST training in neurorehabilitation or ability to demonstrate the relevant competencies through application
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant rehabilitation medicine field- e.g MD or PhD
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
- Working/training in a UK NHS level 1 neurorehabilitation centre
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge in the field of Rehabilitation Medicine
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision and legislation
Desirable
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in general rehabilitation in different clinical settings
- Experience of Clinical Audit
- Experience of spasticity management is essential for this role. Candidate should be able to manage clinics independently and supervise trainees/AHPs. Also having skills with, ultrasound guided injections, botulinum toxin injections for dystonia and hypersalivation
- Experience of working with MDTs in managing a wide variety of complex neuro-disability cases and patients is essential
Desirable
- Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
- Experience in service management or development
Skills
Essential
- High level of clinical skills especially with toxin delivery
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of rehabilitation medicine patients, particularly neuro-disability management- e.g. MS, cerebral palsy, GBS etc
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent teaching skills
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner.
Desirable
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to sustain self and support others
- Trustworthiness
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
- Maturity, openness and flexibility
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).
