Consultant in Stroke Medicine

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant in Stroke Medicine to join their dedicated team. This exciting opportunity is ideal for both new and experienced consultants who are passionate about patient care and improving stroke pathways. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to teaching and medical education, and participating in clinical audits. The organization values service, teamwork, ambition, and respect, ensuring a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are committed to making a difference in stroke medicine, this position offers a fulfilling career path.

Qualifications

• Experience in Stroke Medicine, GIM, or Neurology backgrounds.
• Ability to provide evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary team working with regular MDT discussions.
• Engage in clinical audits and ongoing medical education.

Skills

Stroke Medicine

General Internal Medicine

Neurology

Clinical Audits

Medical Education

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Stroke Medicine

Job description

Job summary

Consultant in Stroke Medicine

The Great Western Hospital is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for Stroke Medicine Consultants to join our existing team.

Whether you are starting your career as a Consultant in a supportive Stroke Service or an experienced Consultant seeking a new challenge, we are a close-knit team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. We welcome applicants with experience in Stroke Medicine, from GIM, Stroke, or Neurology backgrounds.

The successful candidate will work closely with the current team to improve stroke pathways and SSNAP performance, ensuring a patient-centered service.

The Stroke/Neurology team is based in the Betjeman Centre, GWH, which houses outpatient clinics, a day hospital, therapy Centre, and administrative offices. A dedicated Stroke rehabilitation service is provided by SWICC on-site.

Main duties of the job

The duties outlined are not exhaustive and may change based on service needs.

Clinical Duties:

• Participate in multidisciplinary team working with regular MDT discussions.
• Provide evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Take responsibility for patient care, including administrative duties (with secretarial support).
• Develop sub-specialty interests aligned with division needs and trust strategy.
• Contribute to teaching, examinations, accreditation, and medical education activities.
• Support colleagues during their leave periods.
• Engage in clinical audits and ongoing medical education.
• Respond to emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
• Participate in an out-of-hours consultant rota.

About us

Our STAR values — Service, Teamwork, Ambition, Respect — underpin our approach. We expect your values to align with these principles.

Date posted: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 249-7140759

Location: The Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB