FT Consultants in Neurology

1 week ago


Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

The Neurology Department at University Hospitals Sussex is in an exciting period of development, following the merger of two adjacent hospital Trusts in Sussex, and the relocation of the Neuroscience Department to a new purpose built centre at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and personable neurology consultant to work across sites between Worthing Hospital and/or St Richard’s Hospital, Chichester. 

The establishment of University Hospitals Sussex as a new Trust provided the opportunity to better co-ordinate the care of neurology patients and ensure greater equity of provision of services. This is a welcome strategic development in Neurology where the consultant workforce across Sussex already work in collaboration to provide inpatient care. 

Main duties of the job

in-patient tertiary investigations & management
• Participation in departmental clinical governance activities


This work will be supported by appropriate administrative support, office space and IT equipment.The Neurosciences and Stroke Directorate provides tertiary regional care to approximately 1.8 million population in East and West Sussex, and has links with acute hospitals in Haywards Heath, Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Worthing and Chichester. The unit provides a full adult Neurological and Neurosurgical service including assessment, advice, elective and emergency admissions. 

There are currently 13 neurologists employed by UHSussex and a further visiting consultant. In addition, neurologists employed by East Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust work closely with the unit to provide collaborative care across Sussex.

The unit also works closely with University Hospital Southampton having recently appointed to a joint post, based at St Richard’s Hospital. 

The Neurology Department provides specialist clinics in Movement Disorders, Cognitive Disorders, Heada

On Call Commitment: 

No on call commitment with this post 

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information relating to this post, please refer to the attached job description and person specification 

Person specification

Experience/Qualifications

Essential criteria

•Basic medical degree •MRCP or equivalent qualification •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice •To be on the GMC Specialist Register within 12 months of starting fixed term post.

Desirable criteria

Higher Degree

Clinical Skills & Experience

Essential criteria

•Experience in General Neurology •Understanding of clinical risk management

Knowledge

Desirable criteria

•Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

Essential criteria

•Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable criteria

•Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential criteria

•Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable criteria

•Recognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

Essential criteria

•Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable criteria

Research Publications Prizes & Honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

•Appropriate progression of career to date

Desirable criteria

•Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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