Job summary
As a Neurology consultant here at MKUH you will be providing a range of outpatient services with the potential to develop or run specialist clinics of interest. In addition, the post will carry out inpatient reviews, support with training and teaching and aid the development of the wider Neurology service. Here at MKUH we work very closely with Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and this post will be able to attend weekly MDTs with OUH (dependent upon specialist interests) and build on the strong links already in place with our tertiary centre. The Neurology consultants attend and participate in the weekly regional Neuroscience Grand Round held at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
Support with service developments and improvements to allow the service to continue to grow and meet the needs of the growing local population.
Support and ensure Governance within the service to ensure patient safety is maintained and incidents are raised early and investigated properly.
Build strong working relationships with fellow consultants, operations managers, patient pathway coordinators and other teams across the Trust.
Uphold the MKUH values; Care, Communicate, Collaborate and Contribute.
Maintain a high standard of work and look to continuously improve their practice to ensure patient safety and experience.
The post holder must:
Be on the specialist register for Neurology; eligible for entry on the register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of the interview.
Minimum 7 years post graduate experience including higher medical training - 4 years as specialist / specialty registrar.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide general and specialist outpatient clinics.
- Review patients on the ward and participate in local rota.
- Work closely with the community neurological specialists in MS, stroke, epilepsy, Parkinsons disease, head injury and MND.
- Provide consultant annual and study leave cover.
- Responsible for training and supervision of StRs who work with them and will devote time to this activity on a regular basis.
- Responsible for carrying out teaching, as requested by the UBMS Tutor. This will involve contributing to and participating in undergraduate teaching and continuing to keep updated in medical education activities.
- All medical staff employed by the Trust are expected to comply with regional and appropriate hospital health and safety policies.
- The post holder is expected to undergo an annual appraisal as a contractual obligation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide general and specialist outpatient clinics.
- Review patients on the ward and participate in local rota.
- Work closely with the community neurological specialists in MS, stroke, epilepsy, Parkinsons disease, head injury and MND.
- Provide consultant annual and study leave cover.
- Responsible for training and supervision of StRs who work with them and will devote time to this activity on a regular basis.
- Responsible for carrying out teaching, as requested by the UBMS Tutor. This will involve contributing to and participating in undergraduate teaching and continuing to keep updated in medical education activities.
- All medical staff employed by the Trust are expected to comply with regional and appropriate hospital health and safety policies.
- The post holder is expected to undergo an annual appraisal as a contractual obligation.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Registration
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register for Neurology; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of the interview
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP(UK) or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside speciality
- IT Skills
Clinical Experience/Training
Essential
- Minimum 7 years post graduate experience including higher medical training - 4 years as Specialist / Specialty Registrar. Part of this time may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential, such as formal period of research
- A sub-specialty interest to complement those of existing team members
Communication Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Teaching
Essential
- A proven background in organising and delivering under-graduate and post-graduate level teaching with evidence of training for the role is highly desirable
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff
- Certificate in Medical Education
Leadership/ Management skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in medical management
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all staff
- Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the neurology team
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management
Research and Audit
Essential
- Able to appraise research
- Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of neurology
- Participation in neurology-based research
Person Specification
Qualifications / Registration
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register for Neurology; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of the interview
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP(UK) or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside speciality
- IT Skills
Clinical Experience/Training
Essential
- Minimum 7 years post graduate experience including higher medical training - 4 years as Specialist / Specialty Registrar. Part of this time may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential, such as formal period of research
- A sub-specialty interest to complement those of existing team members
Communication Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Ability to work constructively in a team environment
Teaching
Essential
- A proven background in organising and delivering under-graduate and post-graduate level teaching with evidence of training for the role is highly desirable
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff
- Certificate in Medical Education
Leadership/ Management skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in medical management
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and co-operate with all staff
- Enthusiasm & ability to work under pressure
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the neurology team
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- Ability and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management
Research and Audit
Essential
- Able to appraise research
- Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of neurology
- Participation in neurology-based research
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
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).
