Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Specialty Doctor with a keen interest in Stroke Medicine. We are a forward thinking albeit smaller District General Hospital, with big ambitions. Within our senior clinicians we have nurse and AHP consultants with regional and national responsibilities. This includes ISDN leadership roles, Associate director of SSNAP and editor for the National Clinical Guidelines for Stroke.
Our stroke department provides a seven-day service for circa 530 stroke patients admitted annually from West Dorset.We provide a 24/7 thrombolysis service, 7/7 stroke ward rounds, a 5-day TIA service (in SDEC), stroke follow up clinics and refer to University Hospital Southampton for mechanical thrombectomy. We have close and excellent working relationships with colleagues in the emergency and radiology departments.
The successful post holder would be supported with a mentor, and we are all highly approachable. We would welcome applications from LTFT candidates. DCH is a small hospital where staff work collaboratively as a team and there are many opportunities for career development which would not be present in larger centres.
Interview date to be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a further speciality doctor to provide day to day stroke care and support with the continued transformation of stroke services in line with our strategy and recent business case approval. This will include;
- In-patient and out-patient care for patients referred with suspected stroke or TIA
- To participate in clinical and other activities such audit, research and governance with the object of ensuring ongoing high standards of patient care
- To assist with Stroke rehabilitation and TIA clinics
This post will be within the Department of Medicine for Older People (MOP), focussing on work in Stroke Services. We are an inclusive and progressive department which aims to develop individuals based on their existing skills and future career goals. The successful applicant will join a well-established, successful, enthusiastic team and will have the opportunity to participate in the development of services in a friendly district general hospital. The post holder will assist in delivering our stroke services including acute stroke unit, stroke rehabilitation, TIA clinic and stroke thrombolysis.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which Matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Why move to West Dorset? West Dorset is a wonderful place to settle and live. There are excellent schools, reasonable house prices, little traffic congestion as well as beautiful surroundings with many outdoor activities to get involved in. The post is viewed as a long term option, allowing the appointee to settle and train in a very friendly DGH in an amazing location. A consultant level post will be offered when the appointee reaches an appropriate level of experience.
If you are interested in finding out more about the opportunities, we can offer at DCH, please do contact Dr Lucy Pearce (Service Lead for Acute Frailty).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells You all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your Experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitment.Medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are Unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells You all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your Experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitment.Medical@dchft.nhs.uk if you are Unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- An appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCP or overseas equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- 2 years post Foundation experience
- Minimum of 6 months experience in Stroke Medicine
Current Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
- Evidence of the ability to work clinically without direct consultant supervision and to provide leadership to junior members of the team
Team Working & Service Development
Essential
- Evidence of experience working in a multidisciplinary team and effective team working skills
- Experience of basic service change/development
Understanding & Participation in Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit.
- Knowledge of principles of research
- Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
- Knowledge of organizational aspects of the NHS
Teaching and Communication
Essential
- Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post
- Ability to present effectively to an audience
- Ability to communicate effectively
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- An appropriate higher medical qualification - MRCP or overseas equivalent
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- 2 years post Foundation experience
- Minimum of 6 months experience in Stroke Medicine
Current Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
- Evidence of the ability to work clinically without direct consultant supervision and to provide leadership to junior members of the team
Team Working & Service Development
Essential
- Evidence of experience working in a multidisciplinary team and effective team working skills
- Experience of basic service change/development
Understanding & Participation in Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of and direct involvement in audit.
- Knowledge of principles of research
- Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
- Knowledge of organizational aspects of the NHS
Teaching and Communication
Essential
- Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post
- Ability to present effectively to an audience
- Ability to communicate effectively
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).
