Job summary
We seek to recruit a locum functional surgery movement disorder neurology consultant to allow for the expansion of the MRgFUS (MRI guided Brain Focused Ultrasound) and DBS (deep brain stimulation) service. The service was commissioned and funding given for a consultant post, however as the service was new, a dedicated clinical fellow post was created to support the Neurology specialist consultant for this new pathway. It allowed for training and development for future specialists in this field. This was agreed through the MRgFUS steering group.
Strategically this locum consultant post is required to create a parallel independent practice and succession for the existing single-handed consultant neurologist specialising in this area of movement disorder, who is now part time and of retirement age. MRgFUS in particular, is still a relatively new treatment approach and currently ICHNT is one of only two centres nationally commissioned by NHSE to provide this pathway, which is the other key driver for this post.
Main duties of the job
The 10 PA consultant post will provide the below new weekly activity
- 1 MRgFUS procedure.
- 4 OP clinics totalling 245 news and 350 f/ups (over 350 f/ups (over 35 weeks)
This post therefore supports the doubling of MRgFUS procedures every week via an extra procedure session, which meets and exceeds current NHSE commissioning expectations, and aims to carry out approximately 75 to 100 procedures p.a. The services already have plans to increase this figure by working towards a model of two MRgFUS procedures in one day in future.
The formal job plan is yet to be finalised but the current draft is as follows:
Consultant Functional Surgery Movement Disorders Neurologist (10 PAs)
1 x MRgFUS procedure 2.0 DCC
2 x MRgFUS clinics (1 pre-op and 1 follow up) 2.0 DCC
1 x General Neurology Clinic 1.0 DCC
1 x tremor Clinic 1.0 DCC
1 x tremor surgery (on table assessment) and programming 1.0 DCC
Administration 1.0 DCC
MDTs (alternate week MRgFUS and DBS) 0.5 DCC
Core SPA 1.0 SPA
Additional SPA (TBC) 0.5 SPA
Total 10.0 PAs
On call is category B, low frequency, attracting a 1% supplement.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full JD is attached but main areas of expectation are as follows-
- Provide High Quality Care to Patients in Neurology
- Research, Teaching and Training
- The post holder will work with medical, nursing and managerial colleagues to ensure high performance in areas outlined in the JD
- Strategy and Business Planning
- Leadership and Team Working
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full JD is attached but main areas of expectation are as follows-
- Provide High Quality Care to Patients in Neurology
- Research, Teaching and Training
- The post holder will work with medical, nursing and managerial colleagues to ensure high performance in areas outlined in the JD
- Strategy and Business Planning
- Leadership and Team Working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered Medical Practitioner
- MRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualification.
- Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c.European Community Rights
Knowledge/ Skills
Essential
- CCT in Neurology
- Experience in Movement disorders
- Independent practice in MRgFUS
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Leadership Skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority.
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
- Knowledge of finance/budgets
- Management of staff
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates / postgraduates and junior medical staff
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit, QI project delivery and governance structures
- Leading audits
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at consultant level at ICHT
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered Medical Practitioner
- MRCP(UK) or an equivalent qualification.
- Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: a.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) b.Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) c.European Community Rights
Knowledge/ Skills
Essential
- CCT in Neurology
- Experience in Movement disorders
- Independent practice in MRgFUS
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Leadership Skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority.
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
- Knowledge of finance/budgets
- Management of staff
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates / postgraduates and junior medical staff
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit, QI project delivery and governance structures
- Leading audits
Academic achievements
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at consultant level at ICHT
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
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).
