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Medacs Healthcare; Colchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Flexible locum opportunities

CPD and training opportunities

24/7 support

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is recruiting an experienced Consultant Neurologist to deliver consultant-led neurology care within NHS services. This locum role focuses primarily on outpatient activity, supporting the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with a broad range of neurological conditions.

You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with nursing staff, allied health professionals and medical colleagues to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• GMC-registered consultant with NHS experience.
• Experience delivering neurology outpatient services.
• Strong communication and teamwork within multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consultant-led neurology outpatient clinics and related clinical activity.
• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of neurological conditions.
• Manage clinical workloads effectively, including follow-up and administration.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with standards.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centred care pathways.
• Participate in MDT meetings, governance, audit and service development.
• Support safe and effective service delivery in line with NHS standards.
• Ensure full GMC licence to practise.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional development.
• Communicate clearly with patients and carers.

Skills

GMC-registered

Consultant Neurologist

NHS experience

Outpatient care

Autonomous work

Job description

7x clinical sessions per week with x3 admin sessions.

Clinical sessions will consist of a blend of face-to-face outpatient clinics and virtual triage of the existing waiting list.

Likely 4 or 5 clinics plus 2 or 3 virtual triage sessions.

Job Summary

We're recruiting an experienced Consultant Neurologist to deliver consultant‑led neurology care within NHS services. This locum role focuses primarily on outpatient activity, supporting the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with a broad range of neurological conditions.

You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with nursing staff, allied health professionals and medical colleagues to deliver safe, effective and patient‑centred care. The role suits consultants who are confident working autonomously within NHS systems and pathways, and who value structured clinical practice.

About You

You’re a GMC‑registered Consultant Neurologist with strong experience delivering neurology care at consultant level within the NHS. You work confidently in outpatient settings, communicate clearly and value multidisciplinary collaboration.

You bring a calm, professional approach to clinical practice and are committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety, clinical quality and governance within neurology services.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consultant‑led neurology outpatient clinics and related clinical activity
• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of neurological conditions
• Manage clinical workloads effectively, including follow‑up and associated administration
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with professional and organisational standards
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient‑centred care pathways
• Participate in MDT meetings, clinical governance, audit and service development activity
• Support safe and effective service delivery in line with NHS clinical standards
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Minimum six months recent NHS experience
• Consultant‑level neurology experience within the NHS
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Compassionate, patient‑centred approach to clinical care
• Previous locum consultant experience
• Experience across different NHS neurology service models
• Involvement in service development, clinical education or quality improvement activity
• Subspecialty interest within neurology

Benefits of Working with Medacs Healthcare

• Competitive pay with weekly payroll
• Flexible locum opportunities
• 24/7 support from our dedicated team
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities across a range of healthcare settings
• Referral bonuses and loyalty rewards

About Medacs Healthcare

Medacs Healthcare is a leading healthcare staffing agency, trusted by the NHS and wider healthcare sector. We are committed to supporting consultants with flexible opportunities, dedicated support and a positive working experience.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust