Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology/stroke

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK teaching hospital is seeking a neurology/stroke SpR to assist in patient care, attend clinics, and provide on-call support. The role includes supervising junior staff and participating in educational activities. Essential qualifications include GMC registration and basic neurology competency. This position offers unique educational opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for GMC registration.
• Proof of basic competency in neurology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care on the wards.
• Attend clinics and provide acute thrombolysis on-call.
• Supervise SHOs/JCFs during ward work.

Education

Eligible for registration with the GMC

Proof of basic neurology competency

Job description

Main duties of the post

This post is part of the neurology/stroke SpR training team and will be based in the neurology unit. The duties will comprise assistance with the care of patients on the wards, attendance at appropriate clinics, acute thrombolysis on-call and on-call cover for regional neurology beds at King’s College Hospital. The appointee will be expected to carry out the duties of the post which include ward work and supervision of the SHOs/JCFs. A full timetable will be made available after appointment.

About us

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15 000 staff based across South East London. 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

This post is part of the neurology/stroke SpR training team and will be based in the neurology unit. The duties will comprise assistance with the care of patients on the wards, attendance at appropriate clinics, acute thrombolysis on‑call and on‑call cover for regional neurology beds at King’s College Hospital. The appointee will be expected to carry out the duties of the post which include ward work and supervision of the SHOs/JCFs. A full timetable will be made available after appointment. There are many educational opportunities within the unit with regular subspecialty meetings in addition to the main academic half day that occurs every Friday. The Friday meeting provides an opportunity for all consultants and junior staff to meet and for juniors to present cases in a grand round forum. In addition there are regular audit and clinical governance meetings which should be attended by SpRs. Trainees at all levels are encouraged to be involved in teaching undergraduates from the GKT medical school, in addition to providing in‑service training and mentoring of other members of junior staff.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Eligible for registration with the GMC
• Proof of basic neurology competency

Desirable

• Preference will be given to a candidate who has passed the MRCP. However, candidates with suitable other qualifications will also be considered.

Experience

Essential

• Research experience, presentations, publications