Stroke Consultant Physician

NHS; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dorchester is seeking an experienced Stroke Consultant to support the development of Hyper Acute Stroke Care. Responsibilities include in-patient and out-patient care for stroke patients, participation in governance activities, and contributing to a 24-hour acute stroke service. Applicants should possess an MRCP or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years clinical experience in stroke medicine. The salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, plus potential additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years clinical experience in stroke medicine is required.
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice is necessary.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-patient and out-patient care for stroke patients.
• Participate in audit, research, and governance activities.
• Contribute to a 24-hour acute stroke service.

Skills

Clinical experience in stroke medicine

Leadership and service development

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

MRCP or overseas equivalent

Full GMC Registration

Job description

Job Summary

The Trust sits at the heart of the community as the main provider of acute care to around 250,000 people in the west of Dorset. Our main site is in the county town of Dorchester near the world‑famous Jurassic Coast. We are expanding our team to appoint an additional Stroke Consultant to support the development of Hyper Acute Stroke Care and the expansion of the Stroke Team at Dorset County Hospital.

Main Duties

• In‑patient and out‑patient care for patients referred with suspected stroke or TIA
• Participate in clinical and other activities such as audit, research and governance to ensure ongoing high standards of patient care
• Contribute to the provision of a 24‑hour acute stroke service delivering thrombolysis and advising on other specialist treatments
• Contribute to consultant ward rounds at weekends and public holidays
• Provide clinical advice for community stroke services as required
• Provide continuing medical education and conduct undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as appropriate
• Contribute to the development of clinical quality and effectiveness in other clinical areas that overlap with stroke care

Working Pattern

We are looking for 1 WTE (10 sessions per week) or 0.5 WTE (5 sessions per week).

About the Trust

We pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and on creating a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways that matter to them, and our vision is to be at the heart of improving the well‑being of our communities.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.

Person Specification – Education, Qualifications & Training

• Appropriate higher medical qualification – MRCP or overseas equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights

Experience & Knowledge

• At least 5 years clinical experience in stroke medicine
• Demonstrated potential ability to cope with the demands of a DGH‑based Consultant

Current Skills & Abilities

• Willingness and ability to fulfil the general service elements of the job description
• Evidence of clinical skills required to fulfil the specialty and sub‑specialty elements of the job as described

Team Working and Service Development

• Evidence of leadership and service development
• Ability to develop effective working relationships and teamwork

Clinical Governance

• Evidence of understanding of clinical governance
• Knowledge and direct involvement in audit
• Knowledge of principles of research and evidence of involvement in research

Management and Strategic Vision

• Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate for the post
• Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
• Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS

Teaching and Communication

• Evidence of teaching experience and abilities appropriate to the post
• Ability to communicate effectively

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 per annum (pro rata) plus potential Warm Welcome payment.

Contact

For more information or to apply, email: [e-mail]. Website: https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/.