Job summary
We are seeking to appoint to a substantive consultant post to provide a regional Neurophysiology service based at Northampton General Hospital.
The consultant's job plan will be based on a 10 PA contract. We would welcome enquiries and applications from fully trained Consultant Neurophysiologists in possession of MRCP or equivalent, or those within 6 months of obtaining CCT.
This is a well-established Neurophysiology service originating in 1955.
The post holder will complement the Neurological service of the Medicine Directorate
Main duties of the job
Job Purpose
To provide a Clinical Neurophysiology Service.
Duties & Responsibilities
The number of sessions to be devoted to the following activities will be dependent upon the department's need.
Peripheral nerve conduction and EMG out-patient clinics
Supervision of clinical physiology led NCS clinics Inpatient / bedside NCS and EMG EEG reporting EP reporting Ambulatory EEG reporting Training junior staff Be prepared to participate in management duties within the department and the Trust The successful candidate will agree a job plan with the clinical director prior to commencement of duties. This will consist of: 4 PAs peripheral NCS / EMG, 4 PAs EEG reporting, 2 SPAs
About us
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification
This is a well-established Neurophysiology service originating in 1955. The department presently consists of 1 full time consultant (vacant post) 1 part time consultant 2 PAs (dual accredited with Neurology) 1 service manager (clinical physiologist) 3 additional full time clinical physiologists 2 part time ATOs Designated clerical team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification
This is a well-established Neurophysiology service originating in 1955. The department presently consists of 1 full time consultant (vacant post) 1 part time consultant 2 PAs (dual accredited with Neurology) 1 service manager (clinical physiologist) 3 additional full time clinical physiologists 2 part time ATOs Designated clerical team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the UK GMC
- MRCP or equivalent
- On Specialist Register in UK or within 6 months of obtaining this
Teaching/Audit/Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement
- Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
Management Experience
Essential
- Management of a clinical service
- Ability to prioritise, negotiate & lead a clinical team
Desirable
- Evidence of management studies / qualification
Academic Acievements and Research
Essential
- Able to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
- Research relevant to Neurophysiology
- Publications in refereed journals / poster demonstration at a conference
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good organisational leadership & team skills
- Work independently
- Honesty & reliability
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the UK GMC
- MRCP or equivalent
- On Specialist Register in UK or within 6 months of obtaining this
Teaching/Audit/Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience of Audit and Quality Improvement
- Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
Management Experience
Essential
- Management of a clinical service
- Ability to prioritise, negotiate & lead a clinical team
Desirable
- Evidence of management studies / qualification
Academic Acievements and Research
Essential
- Able to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
- Research relevant to Neurophysiology
- Publications in refereed journals / poster demonstration at a conference
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good organisational leadership & team skills
- Work independently
- Honesty & reliability
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
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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