Job summary
We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Stroke Physician to enrich our vibrant team at the Regional Stroke Centre, Northampton General Hospital. Become a valued member of a high-achieving and motivated Stroke Team within Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, affiliated with the University of Leicester. As one of our dedicated Stroke Physicians, you'll play a key role in advancing our Stroke Service and contribute to our 24/7thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy rota.
Interview date to be confirmed
Please note this Job Description is Pending RCP approval
Main duties of the job
Become a Consultant Stroke Physician and shape the future of an ambitious and progressive stroke service at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This full-time role offers the flexibility of part-time work for those who prefer it. Join a team of established Consultant Stroke Physicians at NGH, where you'll contribute to a comprehensive 24/7 thrombolysis and thrombectomy service, fully supported by our 24/7 dedicated stroke specialist nurses.
Northampton General Hospital, the Primary Stroke Centre for Northamptonshire, boasts a cohesive and experienced multidisciplinary team. Our exemplary Community Stroke Team delivers a complete ICCS model and is part of our Service.
For further details, please refer to the attached Job Description.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and mentor our resident medical staff, fostering their development and ensuring the highest standards of care.
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Expertly manage patients within the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit, delivering timely and effective interventions.
- Work with our experienced multi disciplinary team to provide care to our stroke inpatients across 51 beds on Benham ward (Hyper acute and acute care) and Allebone ward (Rehabilitation)
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Contribute to our essential 7-day-a-week TIA clinic, ensuring rapid assessment and management to prevent further strokes.
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Actively participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, collaborating with colleagues to provide holistic patient care.
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Share in the on-call stroke rota (1:6, with prospective cover), providing crucial specialist input when it's needed most.
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Engage in teaching and administration, contributing to the smooth running of the department and the education of future healthcare professionals.
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The exact shape of your job plan will be a collaborative process, finalised through discussions with you to align with your interests and expertise.
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Play a key role in audit and clinical governance, driving continuous improvement and ensuring the highest quality of care within the Unit.
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Support the appraisal and assessment of junior colleagues, contributing to their professional growth.
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Collaborate with fellow Consultants to further develop and enhance our Stroke Service at NGH, shaping its future direction
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
-
Lead and mentor our resident medical staff, fostering their development and ensuring the highest standards of care.
-
Expertly manage patients within the Hyper-Acute Stroke Unit, delivering timely and effective interventions.
- Work with our experienced multi disciplinary team to provide care to our stroke inpatients across 51 beds on Benham ward (Hyper acute and acute care) and Allebone ward (Rehabilitation)
-
Contribute to our essential 7-day-a-week TIA clinic, ensuring rapid assessment and management to prevent further strokes.
-
Actively participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, collaborating with colleagues to provide holistic patient care.
-
Share in the on-call stroke rota (1:6, with prospective cover), providing crucial specialist input when it's needed most.
-
Engage in teaching and administration, contributing to the smooth running of the department and the education of future healthcare professionals.
-
The exact shape of your job plan will be a collaborative process, finalised through discussions with you to align with your interests and expertise.
-
Play a key role in audit and clinical governance, driving continuous improvement and ensuring the highest quality of care within the Unit.
-
Support the appraisal and assessment of junior colleagues, contributing to their professional growth.
-
Collaborate with fellow Consultants to further develop and enhance our Stroke Service at NGH, shaping its future direction
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GMC registration
- Relevant specialty degree qualification
- Possession of MRCP
- At least 3 years' experience of Acute general medicine
- Experience of hyperacute stroke care and thrombolysis
- Experience of stroke rehabilitation
- Specialist Registration or within 6 months of CCT Date
Desirable
- MD, PhD or other higher degree
Teaching / Audit / Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience of Audit in Stroke Medicine
- Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
Academic Achievemnts and Research
Desirable
- A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department
- Research projects relating to speciality
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Organisational Skills
- Communication Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GMC registration
- Relevant specialty degree qualification
- Possession of MRCP
- At least 3 years' experience of Acute general medicine
- Experience of hyperacute stroke care and thrombolysis
- Experience of stroke rehabilitation
- Specialist Registration or within 6 months of CCT Date
Desirable
- MD, PhD or other higher degree
Teaching / Audit / Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience of Audit in Stroke Medicine
- Experience of Teaching Junior Staff
Academic Achievemnts and Research
Desirable
- A specialist interest in a specialist area to complement the other consultants in the department
- Research projects relating to speciality
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Organisational Skills
- Communication Skills
Desirable
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).
