Job summary
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant in Neurology to join our team of friendly and supportive neurology department.
The Neuroscience department was built over ten years ago to provide a self-contained department at York Hospital to include Neurology, Neurophysiology and multi-disciplinary Neuroscience services for York and the surrounding area of North Yorkshire.
The department provides office space and all outpatient facilities for Neurology, Specialist Nurses, multi-disciplinary and Neurophysiology clinics. The facilities include a physiotherapy gym, occupational therapy workshop, examination rooms, Consultant offices, secretarial offices, research rooms and a seminar room. The multi-disciplinary team of specialist Neuro-physiotherapists, Neuro-occupational therapists, Speech and language therapists and Specialist Nurses are all housed in the department. One section of the department is dedicated to Clinical Neurophysiology outpatient and investigatory facilities. In addition, a team of Neuro-psychologists provide psychology services from the department. We share the services of a dietician. There is a dedicated social worker based in the department.
We would encourage applications from individuals with skills to complement our existing team.
The job will involve providing outpatients and elective neurology work based at York hospital
Main duties of the job
The job role involves supporting a well-established and collaborative department, focused on excellent, person-centered care. Within the Trust we are part of Clinical Support and Cancer Services Care Group, which includes most specialist medicine services. We have a Clinical Director responsible for the all
Individual job plans will be discussed with the post holder on appointment, with the Clinical Director to finalise the job plan which will become operational on commencement. All jobs' plans are agreed in line with the Trusts Job Planning Principles.
As a department we are committed to supporting flexible job plans and will work with you to mutually agree your activity commitment. We have opportunities to explore teaching, research and quality improvement projects to enhance our service.
We strive to support your leadership and development in role, and would be keen to discuss development pathways and subspecialty interests; ensuring activity is allocated within your job plan to achieve this.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is a substantive permanent post based at York Hospital.
You will provide a general neurology service, comprising acute and elective outpatient and inpatient work.
Inpatient work is provide in normal working hours and will be shared with the entire consultant team, the neurology team also provide inpatient support to Scarborough hospital twice a week which is done in person.
An indicative 10 PA job plan will include 3-4 outpatients clinics per week (4 PAs), with approximately 2 PAs for SPA, 2 PAs for administration with the remainder for MDT, regional meetings, supervision and travel.
please see the below job plan example., which is subject to change and discussion with the appointable candidate.
normal clinical week Monday Clinic Admin Tuesday Region meeting SPA Wednesday MDT meetings Clinic Thursday Admin Clinic Friday Clinic Admin/SPA inpatient consultant of the week Monday Inpatient work Inpatient work Tuesday Inpatient work Inpatient work Wednesday Inpatient work Inpatient work Thursday Inpatient work Inpatient work Friday Inpatient work Inpatient work inpatient consultant of the week Scarborough Monday York ward referrals York ward referrals Tuesday SGH inpatient work SGH inpatient work Wednesday York ward referrals York ward referrals Thursday SGH inpatient work SGH inpatient work Friday York ward referrals York ward referrals triage week Monday Referral Triage Admin Tuesday Region meeting SPA Wednesday MDT meetings Clinic Thursday Admin Referral Triage Friday Clinic Admin/SPA
The Trust provides acute hospital services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale an area covering 3,400 square miles. We manage ten hospital sites, 1,127 beds (including day cases) and have a workforce of over 8,000 staff working across our hospitals and in the community. Our main sites are in York and Scarborough.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is a substantive permanent post based at York Hospital.
You will provide a general neurology service, comprising acute and elective outpatient and inpatient work.
Inpatient work is provide in normal working hours and will be shared with the entire consultant team, the neurology team also provide inpatient support to Scarborough hospital twice a week which is done in person.
An indicative 10 PA job plan will include 3-4 outpatients clinics per week (4 PAs), with approximately 2 PAs for SPA, 2 PAs for administration with the remainder for MDT, regional meetings, supervision and travel.
please see the below job plan example., which is subject to change and discussion with the appointable candidate.
normal clinical week Monday Clinic Admin Tuesday Region meeting SPA Wednesday MDT meetings Clinic Thursday Admin Clinic Friday Clinic Admin/SPA inpatient consultant of the week Monday Inpatient work Inpatient work Tuesday Inpatient work Inpatient work Wednesday Inpatient work Inpatient work Thursday Inpatient work Inpatient work Friday Inpatient work Inpatient work inpatient consultant of the week Scarborough Monday York ward referrals York ward referrals Tuesday SGH inpatient work SGH inpatient work Wednesday York ward referrals York ward referrals Thursday SGH inpatient work SGH inpatient work Friday York ward referrals York ward referrals triage week Monday Referral Triage Admin Tuesday Region meeting SPA Wednesday MDT meetings Clinic Thursday Admin Referral Triage Friday Clinic Admin/SPA
The Trust provides acute hospital services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale an area covering 3,400 square miles. We manage ten hospital sites, 1,127 beds (including day cases) and have a workforce of over 8,000 staff working across our hospitals and in the community. Our main sites are in York and Scarborough.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oHold a medical qualification registered with the GMC
- oHold of license to practise with the General Medical Council
- oAn appropriate higher qualification
- oKnowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
- oIs able to work effectively in spite of pressures
- Currently on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register, or due to obtain a relevant CCT/CESR(CP) within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- oAbility to supervise postgraduate research
- oSubstantive NHS experience
Clinical practice/ competence
Essential
- oDemonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
- oExperience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- oAbility to teach clinical skills
- oExperience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- oExperience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- oSupervision of postgraduate trainees
- oAbility to critically review research
- oCommitment to continuing professional development
- oAbility to apply research findings to clinical problems.
- oIs able and willing to take on a leadership role
Desirable
- oSupervising SpRs/specialist trainees
- oPublications in peer review journals
- oExperience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
- oExperience of teaching lay groups and paramedical staff
Leadership
Essential
- oEnquiring, critical approach to work
- oWillingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels.
- oAbility to organise and manage the department targets
- oAbility to contribute to change management agenda and take a leading role
- oWorks effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
- oCo-operates with colleagues from all disciplines
- oAbility to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- oFamiliarity within issues of service organisation and development
Team Work
Essential
- oWillingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
- oCommunicates with and relates to others effectively
- oIs open to different ideas and is willing to learn and develop
- oSeeks new and better ways to do things
Communication
Essential
- oAn ability to cope with stressful situations in a calm and practical way
Self awareness
Essential
- oCan be reflective rather than reactive
- oCan seek appropriate information and support
Ability to work under pressure
Essential
- oWorks diligently and efficiently to deliver high quality service
- oIs positive and well-motivated
- oTakes responsibility for delivering results
Work ethic
Essential
- oAdheres to high ethical standards
- oPersonal Time Management skills
- oContributes to improving patient's experience
- oInvolves patients in decisions about their care
- oAbility to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
Patient experience
Essential
- oDemonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- oUnderstands the wider organisation and understands and values the need for efficient use of resources
- oAble to make own arrangements for travel between working sites
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oHold a medical qualification registered with the GMC
- oHold of license to practise with the General Medical Council
- oAn appropriate higher qualification
- oKnowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
- oIs able to work effectively in spite of pressures
- Currently on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register, or due to obtain a relevant CCT/CESR(CP) within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- oAbility to supervise postgraduate research
- oSubstantive NHS experience
Clinical practice/ competence
Essential
- oDemonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
- oExperience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- oAbility to teach clinical skills
- oExperience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable
- oExperience of working in or setting up a clinical decision unit service
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- oSupervision of postgraduate trainees
- oAbility to critically review research
- oCommitment to continuing professional development
- oAbility to apply research findings to clinical problems.
- oIs able and willing to take on a leadership role
Desirable
- oSupervising SpRs/specialist trainees
- oPublications in peer review journals
- oExperience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
- oExperience of teaching lay groups and paramedical staff
Leadership
Essential
- oEnquiring, critical approach to work
- oWillingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels.
- oAbility to organise and manage the department targets
- oAbility to contribute to change management agenda and take a leading role
- oWorks effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
- oCo-operates with colleagues from all disciplines
- oAbility to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- oFamiliarity within issues of service organisation and development
Team Work
Essential
- oWillingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service
- oCommunicates with and relates to others effectively
- oIs open to different ideas and is willing to learn and develop
- oSeeks new and better ways to do things
Communication
Essential
- oAn ability to cope with stressful situations in a calm and practical way
Self awareness
Essential
- oCan be reflective rather than reactive
- oCan seek appropriate information and support
Ability to work under pressure
Essential
- oWorks diligently and efficiently to deliver high quality service
- oIs positive and well-motivated
- oTakes responsibility for delivering results
Work ethic
Essential
- oAdheres to high ethical standards
- oPersonal Time Management skills
- oContributes to improving patient's experience
- oInvolves patients in decisions about their care
- oAbility to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
Patient experience
Essential
- oDemonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
- oUnderstands the wider organisation and understands and values the need for efficient use of resources
- oAble to make own arrangements for travel between working sites
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).
