Locum Consultant Neurologist

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
• Provide effective and compassionate care for our Neurology patients. Whilst there are not currently any inpatient beds, the successful applicant will work closely with medical colleagues to provide inpatient support and outpatient services.
• Develop their own area of specialist interest and provide sub-specialty expertise.
• Develop and expand the current Neurology service locally and regionally.
• To collaborate closely with the Tertiary service at King's College Hospital.
• Work with the Clinical Director and General Manager to review current working practices and drive forward innovative changes to develop new models of care.
• Get involved in clinical research, teaching and development.
• Provide expert advice and support regarding complex cases to clinical colleagues in primary and secondary care.
• To adhere and contribute to The Trusts' vision and values.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Full GMC Registration
• Basic Medical Degree
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Clinical Governance principles.
• Knowledge of health service management desirable.

Experience

Essential criteria

• At least 7 years post registration essential.
• Clinical and/or laboratory based research experience desirable.

Desirable criteria

• Neurology publications desirable.
• MA/MSC/MD/PHD desirable

Value Based Question

Essential criteria

• Give an example of a time when you have gone the extra mile to help someone

We are committed to Equality of Opportunity for everyone and will guarantee an interview to any disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Medway Maritime Hospital is a smoke free site. Smoking is completely prohibited in all Trust buildings, grounds and car parks for patients, visitors, staff and contractors. This will ensure that the hospital is a better place to work and a better place for our patients to be treated