Locum Consultant Neurologist - Scotland

Medacs; Dundee; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Locum Consultant Neurologist for a 1-year contract in Dundee, Scotland. The successful candidate will manage outpatient and inpatient consultations while engaging in teaching and mentoring junior staff. This role combines clinical responsibilities with administrative tasks, demanding expertise in neurology and a passion for patient care. Opportunities for professional development and competitive pay are offered.

Benefits

Access to The Support Hub

Free CPD courses and career support

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated placement officer

24/7/365 support

Qualifications

• GMC registered Doctor required.
• Experience in neurology or similar field at Consultant level is essential.
• Ability to pass an enhanced background check (DBS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide neurological care in clinics and hospitals.
• Undertake administrative duties associated with patient care.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff.

Skills

Quick thinking abilities

Attention to detail

Empathy

Patience

Leadership

Education

GMC registration

Relevant experience at Consultant level

Job description

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Dundee, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

** For more info please contact Dani Adams on 0161 507 7267 / 07899076256 / [emailprotected] **

Role: Locum Consultant Neurologist - 1 year contract

Shifts: Monday-Friday 0900-1700. Full time or part time considered. Job plan negotiable.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Participate in the Neurology service with responsibility for new and review consultations in outpatient clinics and consultations within hospitals in Tayside. Provide neurological care with responsibility for a caseload of in-patients and outpatients
• Undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients and the running of the department
• Provide sub-specialist care in collaboration with other consultant neurologists
• Supervise and train of the junior medical staff attached to the unit
• Participate in under-graduate medical student teaching
• Work flexibly with other members of the multi professional teams
• Be flexible in any future discussions re allocation of duties

Location: North East Scotland

• 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 this NHS 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 this trustyou 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.

** For more info please contact Dani Adams on 0161 507 7267 / 07899076256 / [emailprotected] **