Post CCT Fellow in Functional Neurological Disorder

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a fellow for a Post CCT Fellowship in Functional Neurological Disorder. This role involves providing exceptional clinical services, contributing to research, and supporting educational initiatives within a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a valid GMC registration, experience in neurology or psychiatry, and a passion for improving patient care. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to develop specialist skills while making a significant impact in the field of neurology.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in neurology or psychiatry, with exposure to functional neurological symptoms.
• Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service for patients with FND, including assessments and follow-ups.
• Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to management planning.
• Provide education and support for clinicians across the FNDExSEL network.
• Contribute to service evaluation through data collection and analysis.

Skills

Clinical service provision

Collaboration in MDT meetings

Experience in clinical research

Education and supervision skills

Education

Full registration with GMC

Job description

This is a Post CCT Fellowship in Functional Neurological Disorder for neurologists. The remit of the postholder will be to work within the multi‑disciplinary team providing specialist care for patients with FND, while also supporting the implementation and evaluation of a new care pathway and contributing to education across the regional network.

The fellowship will provide clinical training and experience to allow the fellow to practice independently as a specialist in FND. Alongside this, the postholder will develop skills in action research, service development, and education. There will also be optional exposure to another subspecialty area of neuropsychiatry, depending on individual interest.

Main duties of the job

• Provide a clinical service for patients with FND, including new assessments, follow‑up, and ward referrals.
• Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to collaborative formulation and management planning.
• Provide education, support and supervision for clinicians across the FNDExSEL network.
• Contribute to service evaluation and pathway development through data collection, analysis and action research.
• Undertake optional specialist clinic sessions in another area of neuropsychiatry (e.g. epilepsy, movement disorders, brain injury, autoimmune encephalitis, or cognitive disorders).
• Engage in postgraduate teaching and support the wider academic programme.
• Contribute to audit, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Undertake personal study, with the option to attend elements of the MSc in Clinical Neuropsychiatry at KCL.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust‑wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person‑centred, digitally‑enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Summary of activities:

• FND new assessment clinics (KCH, SLaM)
• Follow‑up clinic (telephone)
• Ward referrals session
• MDTs
• Clinic administration
• Education/support for FNDExSEL clinicians
• Data collection/analysis for service evaluation
• Optional specialist clinic
• Private study

Person Specification

Assessment

Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• Broad experience in neurology or psychiatry, with exposure to functional neurological symptoms
• Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research

Desirable

• Specific FND/neuropsychiatry experience during neurology training