Locum Stroke Medicine Consultant – Lead in Acute Care

VerseOne Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust's Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford seeks a Locum Consultant Stroke Physician to join a forward‑looking stroke service on a fixed‑term basis. The role focuses on acute stroke and TIA care within a strong MDT and rehabilitation framework.

You will cover the on‑call rota (1:6 weekdays, 1:5 weekends), lead ward rounds, and participate in outpatient clinics while striving for high standards and regional guidelines.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent.
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of CCT at time of interview.
• Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent in stroke.
• Stroke CCT.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert care and management for patients presenting with stroke and TIA.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver personalized treatment plans.
• Contribute to the enhancement of stroke services, aligning with regional care quality standards.
• Support community rehabilitation initiatives, ensuring seamless care transitions from hospital to home.
• 7 days/week there is 9.00 am consultant-led multidisciplinary wardround for all new suspected stroke/TIA admissions and a daily review.
• Weekly outpatient clinics providing for new referrals and medical follow up for recently discharged stroke patients.

Skills

Stroke medicine expertise

Leadership

NHS knowledge

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC Specialist Register or eligible within 6 months of CCT

Stroke CCT

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust's Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford seeks a Locum Consultant Stroke Physician to join a forward‑looking stroke service on a fixed‑term basis. The role focuses on acute stroke and TIA care within a strong MDT and rehabilitation framework.

You will cover the on‑call rota (1:6 weekdays, 1:5 weekends), lead ward rounds, and participate in outpatient clinics while striving for high standards and regional guidelines.