Job summary
We
are looking for applicants for 3 new posts within the Neurosciences Department
at the Leeds General Infirmary.
Hyperacute stroke treatments have
expanded significantly over the last 5 years and in line with NHSE
commissioning 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy services, and as the comprehensive
stroke centre for West Yorkshire, we have an exciting opportunity to expand our
medical workforce in order to deliver this.
In phase 1 of this expansion, we are
looking to recruit 3 additional stroke consultants who will join a friendly and
pro-active department, looking to lead in clinical service provision, teaching
and training, service development and audit.
We are an accredited Hyperacute stroke research centre and an interest
in research would be supported.
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD ON: Wednesday 27
August 2025
Main duties of the job
The
successful applicant should possess MRCP
(or equivalent) and should be included on the Specialist Register or within 6
months of CCT at the time of interview, if currently within a training
programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant
appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the
Specialist Register.
Applicants should have
established skills in Stroke Medicine. A strong commitment to undergraduate and
postgraduate teaching and a research interest is desirable.
Consideration will be given to applicants
who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share.
If shortlisted, you will be required to
give a 10-minute presentation on:
'How can we marry health and wellbeing,
workforce resilience and the need for expansion of stroke services over the
next decade in Leeds'
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one the largest teaching
hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and
medical technology. We care for people
from all over the country as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1.1 billion. Our 20,000
staff ensure that every year we see and treat over 1,500,000 people in our
2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000
in-patients, 260,000 A&E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient
appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals
on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the
best for specialist and integrated care.
Our vision is based on
The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded
on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be:
Patient-centred
Fair
Collaborative
Accountable
Empowered
We believe that by being
true to these values, we will consistently achieve and continuously improve our
results in relation to our goals, which are to be:
1. The
best for patient safety, quality and experience
2. The
best place to work
3. A
centre of excellence for specialist services, education, research and
innovation
4. Hospitals
that offer seamless, integrated care
5. Financially
sustainable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds general infirmary
provides aspects of regional hyperacute stroke care and this post is to support
developments in line with recent national stroke clinical guidelines to expand
hyperacute services such as 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy and extended window
reperfusion with thrombolysis, as well as supporting increasing admission and
inpatient numbers.
In relation to this post,
applications are invited for a consultant post within the Regional Neuroscience
Centre. The post is designed for a Consultant Geriatrician with an interest in
stroke medicine however applications from candidates with a background in acute
internal medicine(AIM)/general internal medicine(GIM) as well as an interest in
stroke medicine would be considered. This post is to compliment the growing and
dynamic Stroke and Neurology Service. The department consists of 4 Stroke
Neurologists, 7 Elderly/General Medicine Stroke Physicians and 2 consultants in
rehabilitation medicine. For candidates
with AIM/GIM accreditation there will be a requirement to contribute to GIM
services In the trust to a maximum of 1.19 programmed activities, The post is
for 10 Programmed Activities, however part time applications or job shares will
be considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds general infirmary
provides aspects of regional hyperacute stroke care and this post is to support
developments in line with recent national stroke clinical guidelines to expand
hyperacute services such as 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy and extended window
reperfusion with thrombolysis, as well as supporting increasing admission and
inpatient numbers.
In relation to this post,
applications are invited for a consultant post within the Regional Neuroscience
Centre. The post is designed for a Consultant Geriatrician with an interest in
stroke medicine however applications from candidates with a background in acute
internal medicine(AIM)/general internal medicine(GIM) as well as an interest in
stroke medicine would be considered. This post is to compliment the growing and
dynamic Stroke and Neurology Service. The department consists of 4 Stroke
Neurologists, 7 Elderly/General Medicine Stroke Physicians and 2 consultants in
rehabilitation medicine. For candidates
with AIM/GIM accreditation there will be a requirement to contribute to GIM
services In the trust to a maximum of 1.19 programmed activities, The post is
for 10 Programmed Activities, however part time applications or job shares will
be considered.
Person Specification
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Geriatric Medicine and Stroke Medicine or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- General internal medicine (GIM) accreditation or equivalent recent experience.
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in Geriatric and Stroke Medicine.
- Specifically, must demonstrate higher training in more complex techniques in stroke medicine.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management, Interpersonal Skills & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process. CESR applicants must be on the relevant Specialist Register at the time of application.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent qualification.
- MRCP or equivalent qualification/demonstration of equivalent experience.
- Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY STATED IN YOUR APPLICATION FORM
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
Person Specification
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Geriatric Medicine and Stroke Medicine or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- General internal medicine (GIM) accreditation or equivalent recent experience.
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in Geriatric and Stroke Medicine.
- Specifically, must demonstrate higher training in more complex techniques in stroke medicine.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management, Interpersonal Skills & Other Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process. CESR applicants must be on the relevant Specialist Register at the time of application.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent qualification.
- MRCP or equivalent qualification/demonstration of equivalent experience.
- Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY STATED IN YOUR APPLICATION FORM
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
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).
