Job summary
A full time (10 PA) post as a Locum Specialist in Neurology and Stroke Medicine is available at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust for a 6-month fixed-term locum with possible extension depending on performance and progress. The post will be based at Wycombe Hospital in High Wycombe, although there will be service commitments in Neurology at Amersham hospital and Stoke Mandeville Hospital.
Main duties of the job
A full time (10 PA) post as a Specialist Doctor in Neurology and Stroke Medicine is available at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust for a 6-month fixed-term locum with possible extension depending on performance and progress. The post will be based at Wycombe Hospital in High Wycombe, although there will be service commitments in Neurology at Amersham hospital and Stoke Mandeville Hospital.
It is expected if the candidate continues that at the end of 18 - 24 months the candidate will be able to apply for Portfolio Pathway(CESR) to obtain CCT in Neurology. The trust has recently appointed and supported 2 Locum Specialist Doctors one of whom has completed the application process for CESR, awaiting outcome.
A higher degree/SCE in Neurology is desirable but not essential, providing a candidate has sufficient experience in General Neurology, Acute Neurology, Hyperacute stroke (thrombolysis & acute interpretation of CTA) and TIA. Candidates with good clinical experience will be considered and if successful will be supported for Portfolio Pathway to obtain CCT in Neurology.
This is part replacement post due to the retirement of one of the current consultants, and part new post. The successful candidate will be one in eight consultants/specialists contributing to the stroke on-call rota (SPOC). There are currently seven Neurologists and three stroke physicians in the trust.
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
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Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
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We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
WEEKLY PROVISIONAL PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES / INDICATIVE JOB PLAN
AM
PM
Monday
Stroke on call alternate weeks (1.25 PAs + 0.125 PA OOH)
ND TIA Clinic 9 1 (0.5 PA) alternate weeks
Neurology Clinic (0.7 5PA)
SPA Clinical Governance (0.25 SPA) -Week 3
Tuesday
Neurology Clinic 9 1 (1PA)
Regional stroke CPD meeting 1-2pm (0.25 PA)
Admin (0.5 PA)
Wednesday
Neuroradiology MDT 8-9am (0.25 PA)
NPDM 0900 to 1300 SPA (1 SPA)
Stroke radiology MDT 1-2pm (0.25 PA)
Admin (0.75 PA)
Thursday
SDEC CLINIC (0.5PA) + ERS (0.5PA)
Neurology Clinic (0.5 PA)
(Follow Up)
Friday
1:2 High Risk TIA Clinic (0.5 PA)
1:4 Core SPA Neurology Grand Round Oxford (0.25PA)
Admin (0.25 PA)
Out of hours on-call for Stroke Medicine
1: 16 weeks Friday/Saturday/Sunday
Job description
Job responsibilities
WEEKLY PROVISIONAL PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES / INDICATIVE JOB PLAN
AM
PM
Monday
Stroke on call alternate weeks (1.25 PAs + 0.125 PA OOH)
ND TIA Clinic 9 1 (0.5 PA) alternate weeks
Neurology Clinic (0.7 5PA)
SPA Clinical Governance (0.25 SPA) -Week 3
Tuesday
Neurology Clinic 9 1 (1PA)
Regional stroke CPD meeting 1-2pm (0.25 PA)
Admin (0.5 PA)
Wednesday
Neuroradiology MDT 8-9am (0.25 PA)
NPDM 0900 to 1300 SPA (1 SPA)
Stroke radiology MDT 1-2pm (0.25 PA)
Admin (0.75 PA)
Thursday
SDEC CLINIC (0.5PA) + ERS (0.5PA)
Neurology Clinic (0.5 PA)
(Follow Up)
Friday
1:2 High Risk TIA Clinic (0.5 PA)
1:4 Core SPA Neurology Grand Round Oxford (0.25PA)
Admin (0.25 PA)
Out of hours on-call for Stroke Medicine
1: 16 weeks Friday/Saturday/Sunday
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration
- MRCP
- Experience in Neurology with a higher degree and/or SCE in Neurology.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Sufficient to have achieved higher accreditation
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of specialty and ability to work at Consultant level.
- Has participated in audit and can lead audit in the department
- Experience of the work of a Neurologist at an appropriate level.
LEADING & MANAGING
Essential
- Ability to take appropriate initiative in relation to all aspects of Specialist role
- Ability to manage own workload, time and supporting staff.
- Commitment to speciality.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent.
- Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration
- MRCP
- Experience in Neurology with a higher degree and/or SCE in Neurology.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Sufficient to have achieved higher accreditation
CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Thorough knowledge of specialty and ability to work at Consultant level.
- Has participated in audit and can lead audit in the department
- Experience of the work of a Neurologist at an appropriate level.
LEADING & MANAGING
Essential
- Ability to take appropriate initiative in relation to all aspects of Specialist role
- Ability to manage own workload, time and supporting staff.
- Commitment to speciality.
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).
