Job summary
The Trust has actively developed stroke services in recent years and the multidisciplinary stroke team are committed in delivering excellent quality care to stroke patients and participates in the mandatory Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) which measures the quality and organisation of stroke care within the NHS.
The Stroke consultants work closely with the vascular, radiology and neurological teams to provide a collaborative service. Close working links occur with Kings College Hospital and the Royal London for Mechanical Thrombectomy, neuro-surgical, intra luminal intervention and super specialist stroke.
The stroke service is well supported by the radiology department with rapid access to CT, CTA, CTP 24/7 and MRI scanning. A Mechanical Thrombectomy service to go live Autumn 2025.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and to undertake the administrative duties associated with their care.
They will be expected to work collaboratively with the Clinical Director, the Group Management Team and other departments on organisational and budget planning.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
*Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Specialist Registered or will join the specialist register within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Publications/audit experience in stroke medicine
Skills and experience
Essential
- Experience in stroke & core background in either HCOOP / neurology or rehabilitation.
- Experience of the use of thrombolysis for ischaemic stroke.
Desirable
- Experience with Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
- The use of Botulinum Toxin for the treatment of limb spasticity
- Experience of thrombectomy
Clinical governance
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Specialist Registered or will join the specialist register within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Publications/audit experience in stroke medicine
Skills and experience
Essential
- Experience in stroke & core background in either HCOOP / neurology or rehabilitation.
- Experience of the use of thrombolysis for ischaemic stroke.
Desirable
- Experience with Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
- The use of Botulinum Toxin for the treatment of limb spasticity
- Experience of thrombectomy
Clinical governance
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
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).
