Locum Consultant in Neurology - University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Application deadline: 9th April 2025. Interview scheduled for 28th April 2025.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a full-time Locum Consultant Neurologist for a 6-month period, with an immediate start. This role offers an excellent opportunity to consolidate your experience across all aspects of neurology, including management of acute neurological patients.
Key Responsibilities
* Diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders.
* Management of patient reception, clinical care, and referrals within the neurology department.
* Participation in team management and departmental audits.
* Collaboration with other specialists for patient care transfer.
* Adherence to departmental, Trust, regional, and national policies, including clinical governance and patient charters.
* Professional accountability for non-consultant staff standards, liaising with other service heads.
Essential Experience and Interests
Experience in general neurology is essential. The department has a significant focus on Epilepsy, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease/Movement Disorders, Headache, and MS/neuroinflammation, including Neurosarcoidosis. Interests in Movement Disorders, Epilepsy, or neuro-inflammation/MS are preferred, with support for other specialties based on departmental needs.
Additional Information
The department provides acute neurology services, with participation in a weekly daytime and out-of-hours on-call rota. The department is supported by a strong R&D team and welcomes research interests.
UHCW NHS Trust is a large, well-rated teaching hospital with modern facilities and a reputation for research and innovation. Joining this team offers extensive learning and development opportunities in a passionate environment.
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