(**) Locum Consultant - Neurology

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

We are excited to invite applications for a Locum Consultant Neurologist to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Neurology Department.

As a key part of the Specialist Medicine Division, the Neurology Department functions as a dedicated Sub-Directorate, delivering high-quality care across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The successful applicant will play a central role in the ongoing management of patients with a wide range of neurological conditions.

We particularly welcome candidates with a special interest in Headache or any other neurology sub-specialty, and are fully committed to supporting the development of clinical expertise. This includes providing access to further training, dedicated time for special interests, and opportunities to shape services around your area of passion.

*JD pending Royal College Approval*

Main duties of the job

Provide a neurology service of the highest quality, which includes programmed activities for out- patient clinics and in-patient ward referrals.

Contribute to development of the neurology service to support the trust in ensuring provision of high quality clinical care.

Develop further links and patterns of shared working between Mid and South Essex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Barts and the London NHS Trust.

Work flexibly with colleagues to support the timely management of emergency and inpatientsy.

Participate in multi-disciplinary clinical meetings (MDT)

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

We look forward to your application!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a suitable number of applications are received.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Full MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC)
• MBBS or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• A higher degree in medicine (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Evidence of service improvement experience
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register for Neurology

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience and training required for UK CCST in Neurology
• Minimum of 6-years at ST level

Desirable criteria

• A specialist interest clinic to be developed at The Royal London Hospital.
• Understanding of current issues within Neurology and future direction of specialty.
• Evidence of audit participation

Skills

Essential criteria

• Good knowledge of the spectrum of neurological disease demonstrated through work history and supporting information

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

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