Job summary
We are looking to appoint 0.4wte Trust Grade St3+ Registrar in Clinical Neurophysiology, based at the Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel. There are 4 Clinical Neurophysiology Consultants based at the Royal London Hospital, with all facilities within the new hospital, which opened in March 2012. This position is advertised for a 6-month position.
This position will work to support the Department of Neurophysiology in managing both inpatient and outpatient demands placed on the service. The post holder will work closely with the consultant, physiologist and administrative teams within the service to ensure a high-class service. There will be no on call component of this posting and the post holder is expected to work 2 days per week.
The post will include outpatient NCS/EMGclinics, EEG reporting and Video Telemetry review and will be based at the Royal London Hospital.
You must hold full registration with the General Medical Council. Previous registrar level experience in a Neuroscience-based specialty is required to apply for this post.
Main duties of the job
To provide evidence-based care for all patients and to work flexibly to the prescribed rota to support the service, including inpatient and outpatient duties.
To participate fully in the organization of the Department and to liaise closely with the Clinical Neurophysiology Consultants, physiologists/clinical Scientists, administrative and managerial teams within the Department.
The post holder will run clinics under the supervision of a Consultant in the Department.
The post holder may be required to carry out other duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
The duties outlined are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service requiring the post holder to be cooperative and flexible.
The postholder is expected to work closely with the registrars in the specialty, and participate in weekly meetings, presentations and research activities.
The post holder will organize and undertake 3 monthly formal assessments to document the progress in their training and to identify support when required
The post holder will participate in the Trust's clinical effectiveness activities and will encourage and foster improvements in the quality and standards of clinical services
Development and take part in Continuing Medical Education activities to maintain standards of performance and in consultation with the Lead Clinician.
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC with license to practice
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Academic Distinction / Prizes
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a Neuroscience-related specialty at Registrar (ST1-2) level
- Audit experience
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Neurophysiology at Registrar level (ST1+)
Knowledge
Essential
- ATLS
- ALS/BLS
- Audit experience in a neuroscience-related field
- Ability to advise on efficient & smooth running of a specialist service and to organise & manage outpatient priorities.
- Experience of supervising other doctors in training and in teaching clinical skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates/non-doctors
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Team, interpersonal & conflict management skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
Other
Essential
- Self-motivated with an enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to work under pressure
- Caring attitude to patients Commitment to continuing medical education.
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC with license to practice
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Academic Distinction / Prizes
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a Neuroscience-related specialty at Registrar (ST1-2) level
- Audit experience
Desirable
- Experience in Clinical Neurophysiology at Registrar level (ST1+)
Knowledge
Essential
- ATLS
- ALS/BLS
- Audit experience in a neuroscience-related field
- Ability to advise on efficient & smooth running of a specialist service and to organise & manage outpatient priorities.
- Experience of supervising other doctors in training and in teaching clinical skills
Desirable
- Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduates/non-doctors
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Team, interpersonal & conflict management skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
Other
Essential
- Self-motivated with an enquiring, critical approach to work
- Ability to work under pressure
- Caring attitude to patients Commitment to continuing medical education.
- Reliable and dependable
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
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).
