Job summary
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) is looking to appoint a full-time Consultant in Neuro-rehabilitation, who will provide outpatient and ward referral services to the Trust as well as inpatient support to the neuro-rehabilitation ward. The Trust is one of the largest in the country, with three acute sites and a growing commitment to community partnership.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant will be responsible for patient care and associated administrative duties. They will collaborate with the Clinical Director and Care Group Management on organizational and budget issues. Responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient duties, administrative tasks, management, committee work, and interviews.
About us
The successful candidates will join a team comprising 10 Consultant Neurologists, 2 Consultant Neurophysiologists, and a Rehabilitation Consultant. There are strong links with the King's College Hospital Regional Neuroscience Centre in London. Candidates are encouraged to develop specialist interests and contribute to service development, research, and teaching.
Applicants with postgraduate degrees, significant experience, or specialist interests in movement or peripheral nerve disorders, motor neurone disease, or epilepsy are especially welcome. Successful applicants are expected to develop a specialist interest and contribute to service development, research, and teaching.
Through our Family First scheme, we commit to finding roles for partners of consultants offered a substantive post. For more information, visit EKHUFT Family First Scheme.
We also offer removal expenses, up to 32 days’ annual leave, and support for study, quality improvement, patient safety, medical education, and research as part of our 'We care' journey.
[Please note that the set Interview Date is provided as guidance and may be subject to change.]
Additional details
* Date posted: 02 May 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per year (pro rata where applicable)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 344-1207CONKCH-M
* Job location: Kent & Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Neurosciences department values Clinical Leadership and encourages new colleagues to develop leadership and management skills through education and mentorship. Support for audits, CPD activities, appraisal, and revalidation will be provided, along with secretarial support, office space, and IT equipment.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training (Essential):
* Professional Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration
* CCST Specialist Registration in Rehabilitation Medicine or will obtain within 6 months of interview
Desirable:
* Higher Degree (MD/PhD or equivalent)
* Experience in delivering a Spasticity service
Skills and Experience (Essential):
* Experience in inpatient and outpatient neurological care
* Ability to communicate effectively in spoken English
Clinical governance (Essential):
* Participation in audits, Morbidity & Mortality reviews, Structured Judgement Reviews
* Learning from incidents and complaints
Personal/Professional Attributes (Essential):
* Uphold and model Trust Values
Other Requirements (Essential):
* Ability to travel between sites
* Adhere to the Trust’s Vision, Mission, and Values
Additional requirements
This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, UK visa and immigration requirements, and current UK professional registration. Further details are available on the Trust’s website and relevant UK government sites.
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