Job summary
Applications
are invited for a Consultant Neurophysiologist post across South Tyneside and Sunderland
NHS Foundation Trust. The post is offered on a 10PAs basis, however
LTFT applications will be considered.
The department provides a comprehensive range of
neurophysiological diagnostic services for patients of all ages (including the neonatal
period) in Sunderland, South Tyneside and North Durham, plays an important role
in the delivery of the 18-week patient pathway in a number of major specialties
and is critical in the diagnosis and understanding of a range of common
diseases.
We are looking
for a friendly, dynamic and supportive individual to join our service and team
in continuing to provide an excellent and comprehensive neurophysiology
service. You must possess strong leadership and communication skills and a
desire to develop and grow the service. There are close academic links with the
Regional Neuroscience Centre at the RVI in Newcastle.
Applicants must possess MRCP, hold a CCST and be on the
GMCs Specialist Register, or be within 6 months of being admitted to the GMCs
Specialist Register.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and encouraged.
Applicants interested in applying should contact Dr Richard Telford, Clinical
Director on ext. 47496 or Bleep 52454 and Mrs Debra Young, Head of
Neurophysiology / Senior Chief Clinical Physiologist on ext. 49086 / 42534.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder
will be expected to
coordinate and deliver the strategic and operational aspects of the
Neurophysiology services across the STSFT reflecting national and local
priorities. There is no on call commitment associated with this post.
Clinical - Provision
and delivery of consultant support to manage patients requiring a range of
neurophysiology investigations and diagnostics. Performing NCS/EMG studies and
writing own reports. Supervising and
reporting physiologist nerve conduction studies. Reporting EEGs, video
telemetry recordings and EP studies. Ability to facilitate discussions and
onward referrals for patients. Provision of expert knowledge and support to
colleagues to assist patient management. Support outpatient services such as
EMG / EEG / NCS clinics. Actively
participate in the MDT and any other meetings necessary to patient care.
Support with the development of neurophysiology services across STSFT.
Administrative - Participate
in local and national audit activities relevant to neurophysiology. Attendance
at clinical governance activities / meetings. Act as an educational and clinical supervisor for junior medical
staff and physiologists in training. Support
the delivery of integrated services as required
Research - Participate
in existing clinical trials and research.
Working with the STSFT research and innovation team assist with the
recruitment of potential participants into future research studies.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To coordinate and deliver the strategic and
operational aspects of the Neurophysiology services across the South Tyneside
and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust footprint.
These will reflect National and Local priorities including the strategic
direction of South Tyneside and Sunderland and the Directorate of
Rehabilitation and Care of the Elderly.
The post holder is expected to possess Membership of
the Royal College of Physicians and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the
time of taking up the post.
The post holder is expected to attend the monthly
Directorate meetings. The Clinical
Director in the Directorate of Rehabilitation and Elderly Medicine is Dr
Richard Telford.
The post holder will be expected
to develop the service in keeping with National guidance and Local HImP
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
To coordinate and deliver the strategic and
operational aspects of the Neurophysiology services across the South Tyneside
and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust footprint.
These will reflect National and Local priorities including the strategic
direction of South Tyneside and Sunderland and the Directorate of
Rehabilitation and Care of the Elderly.
The post holder is expected to possess Membership of
the Royal College of Physicians and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the
time of taking up the post.
The post holder is expected to attend the monthly
Directorate meetings. The Clinical
Director in the Directorate of Rehabilitation and Elderly Medicine is Dr
Richard Telford.
The post holder will be expected
to develop the service in keeping with National guidance and Local HImP
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills
- Management & Leadership skills
- Be able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Have obtained a higher degree by thesis (MD, MCh, MSc)
- Awareness of assessment / appraisal
Experience
Essential
- Have spent either 3 years in Higher Training (or equivalent) or 5 years as a Specialist Registrar (or equivalent)
- Have undertaken additional training in neurophysiology
- Have experience in training under graduates and post graduates
Desirable
- Have spent a period of training in research in a discipline appropriate to their intended practice
- Have received further speciality training in Geriatric and General Medicine to a level equivalent to Calman Level III
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess MRCP
- Hold a CCST and or be on the GMCs Specialist Register, or be within 6 months of being admitted to the GMCs Specialist Register
Desirable
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles
- Have experience within a neurology setting
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills
- Management & Leadership skills
- Be able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Have obtained a higher degree by thesis (MD, MCh, MSc)
- Awareness of assessment / appraisal
Experience
Essential
- Have spent either 3 years in Higher Training (or equivalent) or 5 years as a Specialist Registrar (or equivalent)
- Have undertaken additional training in neurophysiology
- Have experience in training under graduates and post graduates
Desirable
- Have spent a period of training in research in a discipline appropriate to their intended practice
- Have received further speciality training in Geriatric and General Medicine to a level equivalent to Calman Level III
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess MRCP
- Hold a CCST and or be on the GMCs Specialist Register, or be within 6 months of being admitted to the GMCs Specialist Register
Desirable
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles
- Have experience within a neurology setting
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
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).
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