Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Consultant with a CCT in General Medicine and Geriatrics, plus special interest in Stroke, to join our multi-disciplinary Stroke team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This post will suit someone with ambition, drive and passion, who is committed to supporting the achievement of our aspiration to move our current award of SSNAP 'C' to a 'B' and then coveted 'A' rating. Plans to develop and improve the service are being taken forward with the full support of the hospital leadership team and we are looking for an individual who will come and work collaboratively with us and with our regional colleagues.
We are seeking someone with mentoring skills, who has a commitment to providing education and training for our medical workforce, medical students and our wider clinical team.
Depending on experience, you may wish to develop a sub-specialist interest within Stroke medicine.
There is no requirement to be part of the General Medicine consultant on call rota. However, the appointee will have an opportunity to contribute to the 7-day Stroke and Geriatrics provisions, which comprises weekend work on the Acute Frailty Unit and Eastwood ward.
Main duties of the job
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role
About us
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Chesterfield has a number of very pleasant suburbs and the hospital itself is located on an attractive green field site two miles from the town centre.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations.
There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits and health and wellbeing programmes including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MRCP/FRCP or equivalent
- Training to a level commensurate with the award of CCT or within six months of CCT
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for General Medicine/Geriatrics
Desirable
- Full Participation in CME
- Evidence of research activities
- Fellowship in Stroke Medicine
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work at consultant level in Stroke Medicine including Thrombolysis
- Broad Based stroke medicine experience
- Multidisciplinary Team Work
Desirable
- Experience in a similar post
- Experience in a leadership role
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior doctors
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Desirable
- Experience as an educational supervisor or clinical tutor
Other Attributes
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Ability to cope with stressful situation
- Undertake responsibility
- Reliability & Punctuality
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of Quality Improvement an/or research activity
- Experience of risk management and quality governance
Desirable
- Publications in peer - reviewed journals
- Previous involvement in service development and innovation
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Achievement, Relationships, Environment - Proud to CARE
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Communicate effectively with multi-professional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses and other staff groups
- Caring attitude towards the patient
Management & Administration experience
Essential
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of the department
- Ability to organise and manage patient lists and priorities
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
Desirable
- Clinical leadership experience or training
- Higher management training
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Willingness to enter patients into national clinical trials
Desirable
- Evidence of research activities
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MRCP/FRCP or equivalent
- Training to a level commensurate with the award of CCT or within six months of CCT
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for General Medicine/Geriatrics
Desirable
- Full Participation in CME
- Evidence of research activities
- Fellowship in Stroke Medicine
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work at consultant level in Stroke Medicine including Thrombolysis
- Broad Based stroke medicine experience
- Multidisciplinary Team Work
Desirable
- Experience in a similar post
- Experience in a leadership role
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior doctors
- Ability to teach clinical skills
- Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Desirable
- Experience as an educational supervisor or clinical tutor
Other Attributes
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Ability to cope with stressful situation
- Undertake responsibility
- Reliability & Punctuality
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Evidence of Quality Improvement an/or research activity
- Experience of risk management and quality governance
Desirable
- Publications in peer - reviewed journals
- Previous involvement in service development and innovation
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Achievement, Relationships, Environment - Proud to CARE
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Communicate effectively with multi-professional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses and other staff groups
- Caring attitude towards the patient
Management & Administration experience
Essential
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of the department
- Ability to organise and manage patient lists and priorities
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
Desirable
- Clinical leadership experience or training
- Higher management training
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Willingness to enter patients into national clinical trials
Desirable
- Evidence of research activities
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).
