Stroke Consultant

Stroke Consultant - NHS (Permanent Role) - Derby

Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a Stroke Consultant to join the NHS in Derby.

This is a permanent, full-time role (Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM) with additional weekend work available.

Applicants must be Substantive Consultants or within six months of specialist registration.

• MBBS/MBChB and MRCP qualification


• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice


• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months of receiving a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in:


• General (Internal) Medicine


• Geriatric Medicine


• Neurology


• Acute Medicine


• Rehabilitation Medicine


• Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
  Required Skills & Experience
  
  
  
  • Minimum five years of supervised training in an StR-equivalent training program
  
  
  • Strong clinical skills and expertise in:
  
  
  • Acute Medicine
  
  
  • General Medicine
  
  
  • Stroke Medicine
  
  
  • Neurology or Geriatrics
  
  
  
  


• Consultants with prior GIM experience looking to specialise in Stroke Medicine will be supported in developing necessary skills for thrombolysis/thrombectomy assessments and stroke-specific activities


• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team


• Leadership and service management experience, including mentorship and supervision of junior staff


• Ability to contribute to the efficient running of Stroke and TIA services


• Experience in clinical audit, management, research, and governance


• Commitment to working withinNHS performance frameworks and targets
  Key Responsibilities
  
  
  
  • Provide a comprehensive Stroke and TIA service to University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Foundation Trust
  
  
  • Oversee patient care, diagnosis, and treatment while managing junior staff
  
  
  • Provide cover for consultant colleagues during reasonable periods of leave
  
  
  • Lead and supervise junior medical staff, contributing to their education and accreditation
  
  
  • Participate in clinical governance, audit, research, and infection control policies
  
  
  • Maintain compliance with continuing medical education requirements
  
  
  
  How to Apply
  
  If this role is of interest, please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk.