Job summary
Consultant in Stroke Medicine
The Great Western Hospital is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for Stroke Medicine Consultants to join our existing team.
Whether you are starting your career as a Consultant in a supportive Stroke Service or an experienced Consultant seeking a new challenge, we are a close-knit team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. We welcome applicants with experience in Stroke Medicine, from GIM, Stroke, or Neurology backgrounds.
The successful candidate will work closely with the current team to improve stroke pathways and SSNAP performance, ensuring a patient-centered service.
The Stroke/Neurology team is based in the Betjeman Centre, GWH, which houses outpatient clinics, a day hospital, therapy Centre, and administrative offices. A dedicated Stroke rehabilitation service is provided by SWICC on-site.
Main duties of the job
The duties outlined are not exhaustive and may change based on service needs.
Clinical Duties:
* Participate in multidisciplinary team working with regular MDT discussions.
* Provide evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary setting.
* Take responsibility for patient care, including administrative duties (with secretarial support).
* Develop sub-specialty interests aligned with division needs and trust strategy.
* Contribute to teaching, examinations, accreditation, and medical education activities.
* Support colleagues during their leave periods.
* Engage in clinical audits and ongoing medical education.
* Respond to emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
* Participate in an out-of-hours consultant rota.
About us
Our STAR values — Service, Teamwork, Ambition, Respect — underpin our approach. We expect your values to align with these principles.
Date posted: 24 April 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 249-7140759
Location: The Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB
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