Overview
Consultant Neurologist -- Join Our Growing Team! Somerset NHS Foundation Trust | Multiple Locations Across Somerset. Shape the Future of Neurology in Somerset. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is looking for two passionate and driven Consultant Neurologists to join our growing department. This is an exciting opportunity to work independently as a general neurologist while developing a subspecialist service tailored to your expertise. We welcome applicants from all neurology subspecialties, with a particular interest in epilepsy being highly desirable. You'll play a vital role in enhancing patient care, collaborating with a diverse multidisciplinary team, and contributing to our mission of delivering outstanding neurology services across the county.
• Work in a dynamic, expanding department • Develop a subspecialist service aligned with your expertise • Flexible working opportunities across multiple sites
Main duties
As a Consultant Neurologist, you will:
* Deliver high-quality general neurology services across Somerset
* Develop and lead a subspecialty service in your area of expertise
* Provide outpatient care across multiple hospital sites
* Take part in inpatient neurology care at Musgrove Park Hospital, including ward referrals
* Work closely with a diverse MDT to deliver seamless patient care
* Engage in teaching, research, and clinical trials supported by the Clinical Research Network
* Participate in the duty neurologist rota, which ensures a dedicated inpatient focus with no outpatient clinics scheduled during duty weeks
About us
Why Join Us?
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we take pride in our Good CQC rating and an Outstanding score for caring—a reflection of our dedicated workforce of over 12,500 staff. You'll be joining an enthusiastic and supportive team that values kindness, teamwork, and respect as the foundation of exceptional patient care.
Our Team & Facilities
* 6 substantive consultants
* Expanding registrar team (increasing to 2 from August)
* Specialist MDT including headache practitioners, epilepsy nurse specialists, MS nurse specialists, neuro-pharmacist, consultant physiotherapist, and clinical psychologists
* Neurosurgery & interventional neuroradiology at Southmead Hospital, Bristol
* Virtual neuroradiology MDT & weekly neurology academic meetings
* Full secretarial, IT, and office support, with dedicated on-site office space (potentially shared with another consultant)
Please note - A relocation package can be considered for right candidates
Why Somerset?
Breathtaking countryside & coastlines—Somerset offers an incredible quality of life
Proximity to major cities—Easy access to Bristol, Bath, and Exeter, and just two hours from London
Affordable housing & top-tier schools—Perfect for both career and family life
Outdoor adventures—from hiking to cycling, there's something for everyone!
Details
Date posted: 09 July 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 184-OL-MED-MED-2234
Job locations: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA
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