Job summary
The Sleep Disorders Centre is seeking a full-time (10 PA) Consultant Sleep Physician with a background in respiratory medicine to join a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking team. Thisis a new post arising from the increased demand of referrals into the Sleep Disorders Centre.
This post requires knowledge and expertise in the management of sleep disorders. The ideal candidate would have a strong clinical background in sleep medicine and respiratory medicine, previous experience of clinical trials, and would be willing to develop additional sleep services.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a first-class team in an active and progressive central London teaching hospital environment.
Main duties of the job
Provide High Quality Care to Patients
Research, Teaching and Training
Performance Management
Medical Staff Management
Governance
Strategy and Business Planning
Leadership and Team Working
Full details can be found in the attached job description
About us
The PACCS directorate includes Critical Care, the Lane Fox Weaning and Ventilation Unit, Respiratory Medicine, and the Sleep Disorders Centre, and is committed to delivering excellent patient care whilst meeting the Government targets for A&E waiting times, cancer and 18 weeks.
The PACCS Directorate team consists of Prof Nicholas Hart, Clinical Director, Stuart Bell, General Manager, and Heather Winteridge, Head of Nursing. They are supported by a team of Matrons and Service Managers who lead on the day to day delivery of the various services.
The Sleep Disorder Centre sits within the PACCS Directorate. The Sleep Disorders Centre is the largest comprehensive sleep service in the UK, consultants contributing respiratory and neurological expertise. There are strong links with the Lane Fox Unit, respiratory, neurological, psychiatric and paediatric sleep services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee would be expected to undertake four general sleep clinics weekly. In addition, there are additional requirements to contribute to patient vetting and report sleep studies.
The appointee would be expected to attend multidisciplinary discussion of complex patients passing through the service
Full details can be found in the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee would be expected to undertake four general sleep clinics weekly. In addition, there are additional requirements to contribute to patient vetting and report sleep studies.
The appointee would be expected to attend multidisciplinary discussion of complex patients passing through the service
Full details can be found in the attached job description
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full UK GMC/GDC registration and a Licence to Practise.
- On GMC Specialist Register for Neurology or within six months of attaining CCT.
- MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of management of patients with sleep disorders, and of general neurology patients.
- Expertise in pharmacological management of neurological and sleep conditions
Desirable
- Involvement in clinical trials
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret PSG and other sleep-related investigations
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- An understanding of the appropriate use of databases for clinical audit and governance purposes.
- Understanding of principles of audit.
Desirable
- Management of clinical trials
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Essential
- Previous experience in research.
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior medical staff.
Desirable
- PhD or MD, or work towards a higher research degree
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full UK GMC/GDC registration and a Licence to Practise.
- On GMC Specialist Register for Neurology or within six months of attaining CCT.
- MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of management of patients with sleep disorders, and of general neurology patients.
- Expertise in pharmacological management of neurological and sleep conditions
Desirable
- Involvement in clinical trials
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Ability to interpret PSG and other sleep-related investigations
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- An understanding of the appropriate use of databases for clinical audit and governance purposes.
- Understanding of principles of audit.
Desirable
- Management of clinical trials
Research. Teaching skill & experience
Essential
- Previous experience in research.
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior medical staff.
Desirable
- PhD or MD, or work towards a higher research degree
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).
