Job overview
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and personable general neurology consultant with a specialist interest in cognitive disorders. With the introduction of new therapies for Alzheimer’s disease on the horizon, we are looking to further develop our cognitive disorders team.
The role will be primarily based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton (RSCH), with additional activity carried out at either the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, Worthing Hospital or St Richard’s Hospital, Chichester. The postholder will undertake general neurology and specialist cognitive clinics. They will be expected to contribute to the Consultant of the Week rota for support of the inpatient ward and ward referrals at RSCH, and to contribute to the out of hours on-call rota.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
1. General neurology and specialist cognitive outpatient clinics, including admin
2. Neuroradiology meeting
3. Triage / Advice and Guidance
4. Supervision of junior doctors in relation to neurological care and participation in teaching and educational activity within the Trust as required
5. Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital Ward Referrals
6. Sussex Neurology on-call rota
7. Consultant of the Week (see JD)
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person specification
Professional registration
Essential criteria
8. •Basic medical degree
9. •MRCP or its recognised equivalent.
10. •Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. • If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Neurology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. • If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable criteria
11. •Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
12. •Experience in specialist MS/neuroinflammatory clinics
13. •Experience in General Neurology
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
14. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
15. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
16. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
17. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
18. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
19. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
20. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
21. •Research experience
22. •Publications
23. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
24. •Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
25. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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