Job summary
Join our dynamic team of Consultants providing neuro-rehabilitation services at our national centre and hospital based in London.
We are looking for a Consultant who shares our vision and ambitions of excellence in service provision and leadership in neuro-disability.
We
welcome doctors wishing to work full time or part time and operate a flexible/hybrid
working policy. If you are interested in part-time, you will need to work a minimum of 24 hours per week. Full time hours are 40 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
You will provide care for patients within the Hospital's Brain Injury Services for a minimum of three days a week.
You will work closely with Consultant colleagues working within the Brain Injury Service and with other members of the multi-professional clinical team.
You will participate in a robust handover within the permanent incumbent of this post at the start and end of this contract.
You will contribute to the development of the RHN and there are opportunities to participate in research, clinical governance and clinical service development.
The role includes participation in a 1 in 4 on call rota with enhanced payments, and supervising a clinical fellow who will provide 1st line medical on call.
About us
The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a leading national centre of excellence. We provide rehabilitation, care and support for people with severe and complex neurological disabilities.
We offer a wide range of specialist services provided by multi-professional teams. These services include:
- Brain Injury Services including Level 1 and level 2 neuro-rehabilitation
- Services for people with prolonged disorders of consciousness (PDOC)
- Ventilator support for people with neuro-respiratory impairments
- Level 2 neuro-behavioural services
- Services for younger adults
- Specialist Nursing Home services
- Specialist equipment support services
The hospital has approximately 240 beds, 48 of which are dedicated to neuro-rehabilitation services.
We have a well-established interest in research and innovation and are committed to understanding more about neuro-disability and discovering new treatments, support and care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Consultant in Neuro-Rehabilitation Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Department: Medical Services
Contract type: Fixed-term 11 months
Responsible to: Medical Director
Salary range:Dependent on experience
Location:Putney, Southwest London
We are looking for someone to work full-time or part-time
Benefits:
- Free Parking
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Support for ongoing development
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Card and Discounts
- RHN Wellbeing Programme and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
We would welcome you to contact us for an informal chat about the opportunity - please contact Dr Steven Luttrell at sluttrell@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Consultant in Neuro-Rehabilitation Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Department: Medical Services
Contract type: Fixed-term 11 months
Responsible to: Medical Director
Salary range:Dependent on experience
Location:Putney, Southwest London
We are looking for someone to work full-time or part-time
Benefits:
- Free Parking
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Support for ongoing development
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Card and Discounts
- RHN Wellbeing Programme and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
We would welcome you to contact us for an informal chat about the opportunity - please contact Dr Steven Luttrell at sluttrell@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To apply you must have
- Full GMC Registration
- Competence in rehabilitation medicine and the management of medical issues relevant to the population of patients and residents at the RHN
- A CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine or equivalent or a CCST in Neurology, Geriatric Medicine or Stroke Medicine or equivalent with experience in neuro-rehabilitation or be working towards achieving on of these CCSTs
- Experience and understanding of clinical governance and clinical audit
- Leadership qualities and a commitment to the hospitals mission, vision, strategy and values
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To apply you must have
- Full GMC Registration
- Competence in rehabilitation medicine and the management of medical issues relevant to the population of patients and residents at the RHN
- A CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine or equivalent or a CCST in Neurology, Geriatric Medicine or Stroke Medicine or equivalent with experience in neuro-rehabilitation or be working towards achieving on of these CCSTs
- Experience and understanding of clinical governance and clinical audit
- Leadership qualities and a commitment to the hospitals mission, vision, strategy and values
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
