Job summary
Applications are invited from experienced Locum Consultant or Consultant Neurologists to join the Speciality Medicine Collaborative, here at NCIC. The Neurology service is delivered across a number of outpatient's sites in Cumbria as well as providing an in reach service to the 3 acute hospitals. In addition to managing general Neurology referrals, the trust has developed a number of sub specialties and would welcome applications from Neurologists seeking full or part time hours and applicants particularly with an interest and experience in MS. The choice of location will be discussed at the interview.
Main duties of the job
The posts will involve out-patient and in-patient consultations. Specific commitments would be agreed in negotiation with colleagues once appointed, There are a number of outpatients clinics that are delivered cross sites across the Trust when needed giving you the opportunity to see the wonderful landscape of Cumbria . The department also operates A&G to GP and consultant colleagues alike within normal office hours.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time'.
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Relocation package maybe available to successful candidates.
The maximum amount which can be claimed:For prospective employees/employees on a substantive contract: £8,000For prospective employees only on a fixed term contract of a minimum of 12months: £4000
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role of recruitment officer and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registration with the General Medical Council
- MRCP or equivalent.
Desirable
- MD or PhD degree
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Neurology via: oCCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Experience of working with primary care / community colleagues
- A commitment to and experience of teaching
- Experience of structured patient education
- A sub-speciality Neurology interest
- Specialist Registrar in Neurology or Equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to complete basic history taking and examination - physical and mental.
- Evidence based practice
Desirable
- Specialist training courses relevant to post eg psychopharmacology.
- Mental health legislation
Personal Skills and Disposition
Essential
- Communications skills
- Decisiveness/accountability
- Interpersonal skills
- Uses a non-judgmental approach to patients
- Flexibility
- Resilience
- Thoroughness
- Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm
- Probity
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- Evidence of participation in audit
- Experience & ability to work in multi-professional teams
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints
- Active involvement in audit
- Information technology skills
Career Progression
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Other
Essential
- Must be able to travel independently of public transport.
- Meets professional health requirements
- Develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity (Level 4)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Penrith or Barrow
Penrith or Barrow
CA11 8HX