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Recruitmentincentive :£20K Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding job with a good work-life balance in a stunning part of the country ? If so, we are inviting applications for a full time post as a Consultant Neurologist at Wye Valley NHS Trust. The successful candidate will join a friendly department. We have an exciting opportunity to recruit 2.0WTE consultant Neurologists to work in Hereford. Most areas of special interest can be accommodated. We are advertising for two full-time consultant, on discussion we may be able to consider flexible working or a part-time position. AAC Date - TBC

We are interested in a Consultant Neurologist with general skills and experience who may also like to develop a sub speciality interest that benefits the outcomes of our patients. The main duties and responsibilities of the Consultant post are: To provide a high quality service in Neurology to the patients ofHerefordshire and the surrounding area, using evidence-based guidelines and clinical governance structures. To advise clinical colleagues on matters within his/her sphere of expertise. To offer advice / support / education to medical, nursing, managerial and other staff on appropriate matters. To carry out medical teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required. To contribute to postgraduate and continuing medical education activity including Continuing Professional Development. To contribute to the training of nurses, paramedical, scientific and technical staff. To contribute to the management process within the Trust through participation in planning, project or liaison groups as appropriate. In particular, the post holder will be involved in Specialty & Service Unitmeetings. To support the Clinical Directors and General Manager with appropriate advice with regard to the development of Neurology and Medical services at Wye Valley NHS Trust Please see further details on the job description attached.

Person specification

Essential

Entry on GMC Specialist Register or Eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the date of the interview and hold a license to practice
MRCP or equivalent postgraduate general medical experience
MB ChB or equivalent
Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued)
CESR
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in all aspects of general neurology
Comprehensive knowledge in Neurology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion in the management of acute and chronic neurological disorders
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Knowledge of principles of evidence based practice
Knowledge of principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit
An interest which improves the Neurology pathway in all aspects
Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Evidence of management experience or training
Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
Ability to manage and lead department
Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities and waiting lists
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
Caring, honest and reliable
Process and enquiring and critical approach to work
Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" set out by GMC
Knowledge and experience of safeguarding for children and adults

Desirable

Post graduate qualifications MSc, MD, PhD, Masters in Education
An interest in a sub-specialist field within neurology
Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
Implementation of evidence based guidelines
Participation in relevant national audits
Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas