Consultant Stroke Physician

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Consultant Stroke Physician to enhance acute stroke services. This role involves managing acute admissions, supervising junior staff, and contributing to clinical audits and research. The position is fixed-term for 12 months, starting October 2025, and offers a chance to be part of a dedicated stroke care team.

Qualifications

• Recent UK hospital experience or equivalent.
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular conditions.

Responsibilities

• Management of acute admissions - thrombolysis and thrombectomy.
• Supervising care of patients in HASU and ASU.
• Delivery of TIA clinics at Bristol Royal Infirmary.

Skills

Teaching Ability

Teamwork

Clinical Supervision

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC registration

GMC Specialist Register

Job description

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Job 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. This post is a fixed term position for 12 months commencing October 2025. 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, including advanced procedures like Mechanical Thrombectomy (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).

The successful candidate will support the delivery of acute services, be involved in Mon-Fri TIA clinics, and handle ward referrals at Bristol Royal Infirmary. Participation in biweekly ward consultant rounds at the Stroke Sub Acute Rehab Units (SSARUs) at South Bristol Community Hospital and/or Weston General Hospital will be expected.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to an evolving landscape in stroke care, enhancing patient care and research. Join us to build on our high-quality care and SSNAP ‘A’ rating.

Main duties of the job

• Management of acute admissions - thrombolysis and thrombectomy.
• Supervising care of patients in HASU and ASU, alongside colleagues providing continuity of care.
• Providing bi-weekly Consultant input to patients in SSARUs at South Bristol Community Hospital or Weston General Hospital.
• Delivery of TIA clinics 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 and Research

Engagement in audit projects and research activities, supporting ongoing quality improvement and innovation.

Working for our organisation

The Stroke Department is a major part of the Regional Neurosciences Centre, providing inpatient and outpatient specialist stroke services, including 24hr acute thrombolysis and thrombectomy, hyperacute and acute stroke care, TIA clinics, and sub-acute stroke rehabilitation.

The department is led by a team of 23 consultants from Neurology, Acute Medical, and Care of the Elderly backgrounds, supported by experienced Stroke Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and Physician Associates.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for detailed responsibilities. The successful applicant will be a team player, willing to work flexibly to cover the Stroke Services. Candidates from any parent specialty with experience in stroke care are encouraged to apply. The job plan and clinic commitments will be tailored accordingly.

The essential requirement is expertise and commitment to stroke care across all phases, with a dedication to building a centre of excellence in patient care and research.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Registration

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

Training and Experience

• Recent UK hospital experience or equivalent
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular conditions

Research, Teaching, and Personal Skills

• Proven teaching ability and willingness to teach medical students and postgraduates
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team