Consultant Stroke Physician

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol seeks a Consultant Stroke Physician to join their evolving stroke department. The role involves managing acute stroke admissions, supervising junior doctors, and contributing to research and clinical audits. Applicants must possess MRCP or an equivalent qualification and be on the GMC Specialist Register. Opportunities for relocation support are available.

Benefits

Relocation support available

Qualifications

• Candidates must be on the GMC Specialist Register or nearing CCT.
• Recent experience in UK hospital systems is essential.
• Training in cerebrovascular conditions is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage acute admissions and provide continuity of care.
• Supervise junior staff during clinical and educational duties.
• Participate in stroke-related research and clinical audits.

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Higher academic qualification e.g. PhD / MD

Job description

Overview

We're seeking a Consultant Stroke Physician to become part of our evolving stroke department at North Bristol NHS Trust to contribute to the growth and strategic development of our services.

Our focus is on driving improvement within acute stroke services for Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG), alongside extending support to the wider Severn Region and beyond, encompassing advanced procedures like Mechanical Thrombectomy (which is performed 24/7).

Since May 2023, our Comprehensive Stroke Centre, based at the Brunel Building, Southmead Hospital, is at the centre of stroke care in the region with expansion of our hyperacute stroke unit (HASU) and acute stroke unit (ASU). We deliver the highest number of thrombectomies in the UK.

The successful candidate will have responsibilities that include supporting the delivery of acute services, involvement in Mon-Fri transient ischaemic attack (TIA) clinics, and handling ward referrals at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. Additionally, participation in bi-weekly ward consultant rounds at the Stroke Sub Acute Rehab Units (SSARU) located at South Bristol Community Hospital and/or Weston General Hospital will be expected.

This position offers an opportunity to be part of an evolving landscape in stroke care, contributing to its growth and optimisation. Join us as we build on our high quality care, working as a team to enhance stroke services and make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Main duties of the job

Clinical duties

• management of acute admissions – thrombolysis and thrombectomy
• supervising the care of all patients in HASU and ASU, along with colleagues providing continuity of care for patients
• providing bi-weekly Consultant level input to patients cared for in the SSARU at South Bristol Community Hospital or Weston General Hospital
• delivery of TIA (at Bristol Royal Infirmary) / neurovascular outpatient clinics

Supervision and education

• clinical and educational supervision of juniors including senior clinical fellows
• contribution to training and education of the stroke team

Clinical Audit

Audit activity as part of the role to monitor and improve stroke service delivery.

Research

Involvement in ongoing stroke-related research as appropriate to the post.

About us

Applicants should have a CCT or be within six months of achieving this at the date of interview or be listed on the GMC's specialist register to be eligible for application for a substantive post. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview. The Stroke Department is a major part of the Regional Neurosciences Centre. It provides inpatient and outpatient specialist stroke services including:

• 24hr acute thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy
• Hyperacute and acute stroke care
• TIA clinics at Bristol Royal Infirmary
• Sub acute stroke rehabilitation at South Bristol Community Hospital and Weston General Hospital

The Stroke Department provides all stroke services within NBT, currently with a large team of consultants from a combination of Neurology, Acute Medical and Care of the Elderly backgrounds leading the Trust's Comprehensive Stroke Centre including both acute and rehabilitation services.

Hyperacute and acute services are supported 24/7 by a specialist team of experienced Stroke Advanced Nurse Practitioners. We also have invested in Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs) and Physician Associates.

Please note that there can be support with relocation expenses (details available on request).

Qualifications and eligibility

Essential

• MRCP or equivalent
• Maintain Full registration with the GMC
• GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. PhD / MD
• CCT in Stroke Medicine

Training, experience and professional development

Essential

• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to gain UK CCT in General and Geriatric Medicine or Neurology or Acute Medicine
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular conditions

Desirable

• Completion of a general management course or programme

Training, management and audit

Essential

• Evidence of recent CME / reasonable training progression at this stage of career
• Experience in audit project and written up
• Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues

Desirable

• Completion of a general management course or programme

Research, teaching, publications

Essential

• Proven teaching ability
• Willingness to undertake teaching of medical undergrads and postgrads
• Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients

Desirable

• Proven track record in research and willingness to undertake further research
• Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals
• Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management

Personal requirements

Essential

• Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships
• Ability to work independently as well as part of the Neuroscience Directorate / team
• Good verbal and written communication skills - with colleagues, staff at all levels and patients

Desirable

• Ability to inspire, motivate and develop junior medical staff
• Ambition to work with the department to develop new services to the benefit of our patients

Other statements

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

North Bristol NHS Trust, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, BS10 5NB

Employer's website: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk