Consultant Neurophysiologist

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Neurophysiology Directorate in a substantive post at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board ( ABUHB ) ABUHB is seeking a highly motivated and experienced clinician to join the Neurophysiology Team. This new post is based in St Woolos Hospital, the post holder will provide dedicated comprehensive neurphysiology service for both inpatients and outpatients.

Main duties of the job

Clinical activity will entailproviding a comprehensive Neurophysiology service. Services include outpatient/inpatient EEG, long term monitoring (includes Ambulatory EEG, Home VTEL and inpatient Video telemetry), all modalities of Evoked potentials, physiologist-led NCS clinics and consultant-led NCS/ EMG clinics.

The role is varied in providing comprehensive neurophysiology care for both adults and paediatrics in a dedicated setting. As a senior member of the department, the candidate will:Deliver clinical excellence within Clinical Neurophysiology & provide a wide range of clinical neurophysiological investigations for paediatric & adult populations. This will require collaborative working with colleagues within and external to the Trust.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values ofKindness, Integrity, and Respectshape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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This position involves Regulated Activity withadults and childrenas defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:

• Enhanced check with barred list information, including - an adults and child's barred list check

Applicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GM.

Candidates for Consultant posts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP) date within 6 months of interview

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information

This position involves Regulated Activity withadults and childrenas defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:

• Enhanced check with barred list information, including - an adults and child's barred list check

Applicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GM.

Candidates for Consultant posts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP) date within 6 months of interview

Person Specification

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Teaching

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Research

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Clinical Governance

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Clinical Experience

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Qualifications

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Person Specification
Other Requirements

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Management

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Teaching

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Research

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Clinical Governance

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Clinical Experience

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• As per person specification

Desirable

• As per person specification

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address

St Woolos Hospital

131 Stow Hill

Newport

NP20 4SZ

United Kingdom

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