Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Consultant Neurologists to join us on a substantive basis supporting our Acute Neurology Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) pathways which have recently had permanent funding secured following a pilot phase.
The successful candidates will provide expert input on cases presenting to the Emergency Department at University College Hospital and support colleagues across the ED, SDEC and ward areas at the Tower.
The successful candidates will also support the General Neurology / Stroke services as per the job plan included in the full job description.
There are also 2 x part-time posts available, with no on-call requirements. If you are interested in both the FULL-TIME and the PART-TIME posts, please do not submit your application twice. Select your preferred option only. You will be then invited to discuss your preferences at the interview stage, and you are welcome to state your interest for both in your application. The link to this advert is: - https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/current-vacancies#!/job/v7469861?_ts=2073395
CV Required for application.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role are to provide expert neurologist input to cases presenting to the Emergency Department / Same Day Emergency Care services at University College Hospital. Multidisciplinary working with other colleagues across different services and professional backgrounds will be essential for a successful candidate.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC registration, with current license to practice
- On the Specialist Register for Neurology at the time of appointment or within 6 months of CCT
- Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of stroke and neurology
Desirable
- PhD or MD or equivalent specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the team
- Involvement in and understanding of the Clinical Governance
- Experience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises.
Desirable
- Evidence of being able to engage and communicate at a National and International level
- Able to engage and work with management as appropriate for a consultant that wishes to become an active member of the Trust
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context. Knowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governance.
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the post
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in training.
Desirable
- Teaching on formal educational courses.
- Evidence of organisational ability: e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and ability to work on an on-call rota
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC registration, with current license to practice
- On the Specialist Register for Neurology at the time of appointment or within 6 months of CCT
- Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of stroke and neurology
Desirable
- PhD or MD or equivalent specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of having worked and being able to communicate within an Interdisciplinary / multispecialty service with appropriate levels of communication through direct discussions with team members, MDT meetings, and presentations to the team
- Involvement in and understanding of the Clinical Governance
- Experience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises.
Desirable
- Evidence of being able to engage and communicate at a National and International level
- Able to engage and work with management as appropriate for a consultant that wishes to become an active member of the Trust
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context. Knowledge of Research ethics and committed to incorporating the highest standards of research governance.
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to identify and organise the specific clinical investigations and onward referrals relevant to the post
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Ability and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate doctors in training.
Desirable
- Teaching on formal educational courses.
- Evidence of organisational ability: e.g. organising and directing courses, educational programmes etc.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility and ability to work on an on-call rota
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
