Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional neuroscience center is looking for a medical professional to join their team in delivering quality care for neurological illnesses. This role requires middle-grade cover in Neurology and Stroke, providing a unique opportunity to gain ST3 level experience. Candidates must have an MB BS or equivalent, full GMC registration, and at least two years of SHO experience. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and participation in research projects.

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC is required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as SHO or equivalent.
• Recent experience with UK hospital systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care for neurological patients.
• Lead a team of junior doctors on ward rounds.
• Participate in research and national trials.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

History taking and examination

Education

MB BS or equivalent

Full MRCP or equivalent clinical experience

Job description

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, rapidly changing neurology service in a regional neuroscience centre, based in a diverse and attractive city. Your role will be key in delivering high quality, accessible care for people with acute and long-term neurological illness.

This post includes a requirement for out of hours working, providing middle-grade cover for Neurology and Stroke (including Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy).

This is a 12 month Fixed Term post.

Main duties of the job

This post offers an excellent opportunity to gain ST3 level and above experience within the rapidly changing field of Neurology medicine at NBT, a busy tertiary neuroscience centre. As part of a consultant led team you will see a wide range of cases. We have excellent neuroradiology at NBT and in addition to daily informal interaction have a weekly meeting to review cases. You'll be expected to lead a team of junior doctors (CT/IM/F1/F2) on ward rounds and supervise them on the ward and in ED. We also participate in our own research as well as recruiting for national trials. There are always projects that you can get involved in, or start developing your own ideas. There will be the opportunity to rotate to sub specialist areas of stroke neurology and general neurology depending on other registrar numbers.

About us

The Department of Neurology at Southmead has a national and international reputation for excellent neurological care and research. We provide specialist neurological care of patients from Bristol and surrounding areas. The department centres around 4 clinical teams which also provide high level sub-speciality care. These teams cover all areas of neurology including Multiple Sclerosis and Neuro-inflammatory disorders, Peripheral Nerve Disease, Neuro-ophthalmology, Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Cognitive disorders, Neuromuscular diseases and neurovascular disorders including all acute stroke and stroke rehabilitation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Basic Qualification/ Prizes

Essential

• MB BS (or equivalent)
• Full registration with the GMC

Desirable

• Prizes

Post Graduate Qualification

Essential

• (e.g. Full MRCP (or FRCS for neurosurgical trainees) (at the time of post commencing) or equivalent clinical experience
• Evidence of training progression

Desirable

• ACLS

Experience

Essential

• Completed pre-registration year (or equivalent outside UK).
• Recent experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems & practices (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years experience as SHO (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Special interest in neurology
• Experience as SpR in neurology
• Experience in epilepsy
• Experience in EEG interpretation

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of speciality.
• Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate.

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Competent in history taking and examination skills
• Experience of basic life support and resuscitation skills

Desirable

• Accepts responsibility and able to take leadership role for emergencies.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with patients and their relatives.
• Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Good oral and written presentation skills

Research / Publications

Essential

• Demonstrate interest in research

Desirable

• Evidence of contribution to published research

Teaching

Essential

• Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Demonstrate cases.

Desirable

• Demonstrate experience of case presentation

Clinical Audit

Essential

• An understanding of the principles of clinical audit.

Desirable

• To have completed an Audit Project.

Personal Requirements

Essential

• Good communication skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to organise own learning.
• Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post
• Prepared to be flexible in working patterns.

Desirable

• Able to function successfully under pressure.

Employer details

Employer name

North Bristol NHS Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB