Job summary
Consultant Physician with Special interest in Stroke Medicine - 1 post
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is one of four Specialist hospitals in the Greater Manchester Region.
Due to a recent retirement we are inviting applications for a full time post of Consultant Physician with Special interest in Stroke Medicine to join our dynamic stroke team at one of the three Hyper acute Stroke Centers in Greater Manchester.
The Department of Stroke Medicine is being heavily invested in as part of the Trust's long term strategy to continue to provide and enhance the quality of care delivered.
This is an extremely exciting time to join a growing specialist hospital, co-located with the serene rural setting to the south and the bustling urban vibe of Manchester to the North including excellent links via airport and rail.
Main duties of the job
The appointees will join a cohesive team of 9 consultants involved in Stroke services enhancing service delivery.
You will be expected to participate in Stroke Thrombolysis on call Rota (1 in 9 on call from 7am -11.30 pm only). There are no general medical on call commitments.
The successful candidate should have completed Specialist Training in General Medicine and Geriatrics and/or subspecialty training in Stroke Medicine.
The candidate should be on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to participate in teaching and mentoring of junior medical staff, medical students and specialist nurses.
Supervise the training of junior medical staff on the team in conjunction with the other consultant physicians in the department.
Jointly manage with the other consultants in the department patients admitted to the allocated wards and areas of clinical responsibility.
Participate in regular departmental and national audit and help with the departmental research activities and contribute to the departmental and medicine business group meetings.
Demonstrate active contribution to Primary stroke centre clinical governance programme and other governance process within the business group.
Work in close partnership with the Lead Clinician for Stroke in the implementation of the Primary Stroke Centre, developing protocols/guidelines as well as undertaking audits to facilitate governance
Specifically adopt, in conjunction with colleagues, an active role in the planning, development and delivery of a high quality Stroke Service for the Business group.
Assume a continuous commitment for the care of patients, and ensure that adequate arrangements are made for leave and off duty periods
Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by the maintenance of continuing professional development.
Develop close links with General Practitioners operating in the area.
All Consultants are required to work flexibly in undertaking their duties. This may require working during the evenings and weekends to ensure effective delivery of service and its sustainability. The need for any alterations will be highlighted by the Clinical Director and discussed with all relevant Consultants.
This timetable is open to discussion/adjustment within reason depending on the needs of the service and credentials of the individual and where appropriate agreed changes can be incorporated into this timetable
If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £43.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to participate in teaching and mentoring of junior medical staff, medical students and specialist nurses.
Supervise the training of junior medical staff on the team in conjunction with the other consultant physicians in the department.
Jointly manage with the other consultants in the department patients admitted to the allocated wards and areas of clinical responsibility.
Participate in regular departmental and national audit and help with the departmental research activities and contribute to the departmental and medicine business group meetings.
Demonstrate active contribution to Primary stroke centre clinical governance programme and other governance process within the business group.
Work in close partnership with the Lead Clinician for Stroke in the implementation of the Primary Stroke Centre, developing protocols/guidelines as well as undertaking audits to facilitate governance
Specifically adopt, in conjunction with colleagues, an active role in the planning, development and delivery of a high quality Stroke Service for the Business group.
Assume a continuous commitment for the care of patients, and ensure that adequate arrangements are made for leave and off duty periods
Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by the maintenance of continuing professional development.
Develop close links with General Practitioners operating in the area.
All Consultants are required to work flexibly in undertaking their duties. This may require working during the evenings and weekends to ensure effective delivery of service and its sustainability. The need for any alterations will be highlighted by the Clinical Director and discussed with all relevant Consultants.
This timetable is open to discussion/adjustment within reason depending on the needs of the service and credentials of the individual and where appropriate agreed changes can be incorporated into this timetable
If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £43.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Qualification MBChB or equivalent
- CCT in General Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine by the time of taking up appointment or within six months of achieving this.
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Subspecialty CCT in Stroke medicine
- CCT in both Geriatric and General medicine
Training
Essential
- 12 months minimum experience in Stroke Medicine
- 12 months minimum experience in Stroke Medicine
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A broad training, which demonstrates appropriate experience and a positive attitude towards patients
- Experience in and commitment to post graduate and undergraduate education
- Comprehensive patient management
Desirable
- Evidence of training in teaching skills
Research
Essential
- Broad understanding of research methodology
- Evidence of participation in research
Desirable
- Evidence of independent or supervised research with relevant publications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Qualification MBChB or equivalent
- CCT in General Internal Medicine or Geriatric Medicine by the time of taking up appointment or within six months of achieving this.
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Subspecialty CCT in Stroke medicine
- CCT in both Geriatric and General medicine
Training
Essential
- 12 months minimum experience in Stroke Medicine
- 12 months minimum experience in Stroke Medicine
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A broad training, which demonstrates appropriate experience and a positive attitude towards patients
- Experience in and commitment to post graduate and undergraduate education
- Comprehensive patient management
Desirable
- Evidence of training in teaching skills
Research
Essential
- Broad understanding of research methodology
- Evidence of participation in research
Desirable
- Evidence of independent or supervised research with relevant publications
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).
