Job summary
The Trust has actively developed stroke services in recent years and the multidisciplinary stroke team is committed to delivering excellent quality care to stroke patients and participates in the mandatory Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) which measures the quality and organisation of stroke care within the NHS.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and to undertake the administrative duties associated with their care. They will be expected to work collaboratively with the Clinical Director, the Group Management Team and other departments on organisational and budget planning.
About us
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We operate a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals called 'We care', empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day‑to‑day.
Salary and contract
Grade: Consultant Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro‑rata (where applicable) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
Responsibilities
* Provide patient care and administrative oversight for all stroke patients in charge.
* Collaborate with vascular, radiology and neurological teams, including Partners at Kings College Hospital and the Royal London for Mechanical Thrombectomy and other specialised interventions.
* Support the radiology department’s rapid access to CT, CTA, CTP 24/7 and MRI scanning; cooperate with the planned Mechanical Thrombectomy service to launch Autumn 2025.
* Participate in SSNAP and other quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications and training
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* Specialist Registered or will join the specialist register within 6 months of interview
Desirable
* Higher Degree
* Publications/audit experience in stroke medicine
Skills and experience
Essential
* Experience in stroke with a core background in HCOOP/neurology or rehabilitation.
* Experience with the use of thrombolysis for ischaemic stroke.
Desirable
* Experience with Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
* Use of Botulinum Toxin for the treatment of limb spasticity
* Experience of thrombectomy
Clinical governance
Essential
* Experience of audit
* Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
* Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable
* Experience of service improvement
* Previous involvement in education & training
* Interest in research & development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure & Barring Service examination is required to check for any criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship and UK Registration
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. All applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Kent & Canterbury
Ethelbert Road
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
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