Locum Consultant Neurologist - Bedfordshire

TN United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Neurologist to join their dedicated team in Bedford. This role offers a unique opportunity to assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of neurological conditions while contributing to the development of junior doctors through mentorship and education. With a commitment to excellence, the organization provides comprehensive support, including access to a dedicated placement officer and ongoing career development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in neurology and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to The Support Hub

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated placement officer

Free CPD courses

Long term jobs and short shifts available

Revalidation support

24/7/365 support

Qualifications

• GMC registered Doctor with Consultant level experience.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor junior doctors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Neurosciences team and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Quick thinking abilities

Patience

Attention to detail

Systematic approach

Pro-active research

Empathy

Dedication to knowledge improvement

Education

GMC registered Doctor

Consultant level experience

Job description

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Client Name: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Shifts: Monday-Friday. Full time or part time considered. Clinics only, no wards

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire

• Access to The Support Hub - our support service to help support your mental health and well-being and enable you to deliver outstanding care.
• First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts
• Competitive pay rates
• A dedicated placement officer
• Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy
• Hundreds of new shifts available every day
• Long term jobs and short shifts available
• Revalidation support
• 24/7/365 support - we're here when you need us

As a Consultant Neurologist, you are in the position to assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of neurological conditions and your skills, knowledge and experience are critical to the ongoing provision of neurological services and departmental development throughout the hospital.

Working as a locum with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust you will be playing a significant role in meeting the needs of this specialised field of medicine while also enjoying the vast opportunities to contribute through the coaching, mentorship and education of junior doctors and trainees.

In addition to your qualifications, as a Consultant in Neurology, you will have:

• Quick thinking abilities
• Patience and the ability to teach, coach and mentor
• Excellent attention to detail
• A systematic approach to tasks and delegation
• A pro-active approach to research and academia
• Empathy and understanding
• A dedication to improving and developing knowledge and skills

Main Duties/Responsibilities

As a locum Neurology Consultant with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust you will:

• Provide leadership to the Neurosciences team in collaboration with Consultant colleagues.
• Further develop a flexible and responsive service to deliver high quality care for patients.
• Provide leadership and engage with the clinical governance agenda.
• Ensure close collaboration with all relevant professionals and organisations in providing a comprehensive and seamless Neurology service across organisational boundaries.
• Be required to develop, maintain and manage effective relationships with a range of stakeholders internally and externally, across all disciplines and including service users, carers and the media.
• Facilitate innovation, evaluation, audit and research within the field of neurology.

Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications

• Be a GMC registered Doctor (you do NOT need to be on the Specialist Register).
• Have relevant experience at Consultant level, or references to support your transition up to Consultant level.
• Hold evidence of stand-alone Right to Work in the UK (unfortunately locum jobs aren't able to offer visa sponsorship).
• You will need to pass an enhanced background check (DBS).

If you are looking for a locum consultancy role within a Trust that continuously strives to achieve excellence and embody its core values, apply today and be a part of something unique.