NHS

Consultant Neurologist


Pay105,504.00 - 139,882.00 / year
LocationHereford/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9229-25-0089?language=en&page=1252&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding job with a good work-life balance in a stunning part of the country? If so, we are inviting applications for a full time post as a Consultant Neurologist at Wye Valley NHS Trust.

      The successful candidate will join the friendly team which consists of 1 full time Consultant and Clinical Lead for the service and 1 part-time Hereford based Consultants (as part of a Service Level Agreement through our close working with University Hospitals, Birmingham) based at the County Hospital in Hereford.

      Most areas of special interest can be accommodated and we would welcome applicants who wish to consider part time or flexible working.

      AAC Date - TBC

      Main duties of the job

      We are interested in a Consultant Neurologist with general skills and experience who may also like to develop a sub speciality interest that benefits the outcomes of our patients.

      The main duties and responsibilities of the Consultant post are:

      • To provide a high quality service in Neurology to the patients ofHerefordshire and the surrounding area, using evidence-based guidelines and clinical governance structures.
      • To advise clinical colleagues on matters within his/her sphere of expertise.
      • To offer advice / support / education to medical, nursing, managerial and other staff on appropriate matters.
      • To carry out medical teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required.
      • To contribute to postgraduate and continuing medical education activity including Continuing Professional Development.
      • To contribute to the training of nurses, paramedical, scientific and technical staff.
      • To contribute to the management process within the Trust through participation in planning, project or liaison groups as appropriate. In particular, the post holder will be involved in Specialty & Service Unitmeetings.
      • To support the Clinical Directors and General Manager with appropriate advice with regard to the development of Neurology and Medical services at Wye Valley NHS Trust

      Please see further details on the job description attached.

      About us

      Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT , the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.

      Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.

      Worcestershire is our neighbouring county. The post holder will be required to travel between sites.

      We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we'd want for our family and friends.

      More than 3,500 people work for the Trust - they tell us it's a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.

      We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.

      Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: "The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential."

      Our values -Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time...all the time.

      Date posted

      04 February 2025

      Pay scheme

      Hospital medical and dental staff

      Grade

      Consultant

      Salary

      £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

      Reference number

      229-SG-MD-6975584

      Job locations

      County Hospital

      Stonebow Road

      Hereford

      HR1 2ER


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      We are seeking to recruit to the role of full-time Consultant in Neurology (10 PAs) to support the current delivery of both outpatient clinics and inpatient support. Development of specialist interests will be encouraged. We would also welcome applicants who wish to consider part time or flexible working. We also welcome applicants who would also like the opportunity to work one-day per week at a Tertiary Centre. We would welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates about their preferred job plan to ensure a full work-life balance.

      Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role and responsibilities.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      We are seeking to recruit to the role of full-time Consultant in Neurology (10 PAs) to support the current delivery of both outpatient clinics and inpatient support. Development of specialist interests will be encouraged. We would also welcome applicants who wish to consider part time or flexible working. We also welcome applicants who would also like the opportunity to work one-day per week at a Tertiary Centre. We would welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates about their preferred job plan to ensure a full work-life balance.

      Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role and responsibilities.

      Person Specification

      Education & Qualifications

      Essential

      • Entry on GMC Specialist Register or Eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the date of the interview and hold a license to practice
      • MRCP or equivalent postgraduate general medical experience
      • MB ChB or equivalent

      Desirable

      • Post graduate qualifications MSc, MD, PhD, Masters in Education

      Training

      Essential

      • Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued)
      • CESR

      Experience & Knowledge

      Essential

      • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in all aspects of general neurology
      • Comprehensive knowledge in Neurology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion in the management of acute and chronic neurological disorders
      • Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

      Desirable

      • An interest in a sub-specialist field within neurology

      Clinical Governance

      Essential

      • Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
      • Knowledge of principles of evidence based practice
      • Knowledge of principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit
      • An interest which improves the Neurology pathway in all aspects

      Desirable

      • Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
      • Implementation of evidence based guidelines
      • Participation in relevant national audits

      Research

      Essential

      • Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research
      • Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems

      Desirable

      • Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
      • Ability to supervise postgraduate research

      Management & Administrative Experience

      Essential

      • Evidence of management experience or training
      • Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
      • Ability to manage and lead department
      • Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities and waiting lists

      Desirable

      • Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas

      Personal Attributes

      Essential

      • Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
      • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
      • Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
      • Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
      • Caring, honest and reliable
      • Process and enquiring and critical approach to work

      Standards

      Essential

      • Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" set out by GMC

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Knowledge and experience of safeguarding for children and adults
      Person Specification

      Education & Qualifications

      Essential

      • Entry on GMC Specialist Register or Eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the date of the interview and hold a license to practice
      • MRCP or equivalent postgraduate general medical experience
      • MB ChB or equivalent

      Desirable

      • Post graduate qualifications MSc, MD, PhD, Masters in Education

      Training

      Essential

      • Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued)
      • CESR

      Experience & Knowledge

      Essential

      • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in all aspects of general neurology
      • Comprehensive knowledge in Neurology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion in the management of acute and chronic neurological disorders
      • Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

      Desirable

      • An interest in a sub-specialist field within neurology

      Clinical Governance

      Essential

      • Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
      • Knowledge of principles of evidence based practice
      • Knowledge of principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit
      • An interest which improves the Neurology pathway in all aspects

      Desirable

      • Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
      • Implementation of evidence based guidelines
      • Participation in relevant national audits

      Research

      Essential

      • Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research
      • Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems

      Desirable

      • Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
      • Ability to supervise postgraduate research

      Management & Administrative Experience

      Essential

      • Evidence of management experience or training
      • Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
      • Ability to manage and lead department
      • Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities and waiting lists

      Desirable

      • Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas

      Personal Attributes

      Essential

      • Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
      • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
      • Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
      • Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
      • Caring, honest and reliable
      • Process and enquiring and critical approach to work

      Standards

      Essential

      • Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" set out by GMC

      Knowledge

      Essential

      • Knowledge and experience of safeguarding for children and adults

      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.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      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.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      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).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Wye Valley NHS Trust

      Address

      County Hospital

      Stonebow Road

      Hereford

      HR1 2ER

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Wye Valley NHS Trust

      Address

      County Hospital

      Stonebow Road

      Hereford

      HR1 2ER

  • About the company

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