Job summary
We are seeking a values-driven Consultant Stroke Physician who can handle risk and ambiguity comfortably and can bring intellect and insight to leading complex services within the context of a wider health and social care economy. Providing clear structures of accountability which empower our capable staff to innovate and drive sustainable change, this role will require an exceptional communicator who will be politically astute and quickly able to develop strong relationships internally and with a wide range of external stakeholders. We are interested in hearing from experienced clinical leaders who share our values and ambition and who are excited by the opportunity to help shape a vibrant health and care economy.
Main duties of the job
1. The post-holder will work closely with the other Stroke Physicians to provide a comprehensive Stroke Service.2. The post holder will be a member of the stroke team and will perform daily acute stroke ward roundsduring the period of acute stroke physician of the week which will occur 1 week in 7 weeks3. The post holder will provide the senior medical component of the hyper acute stroke thrombolysis service and triage for the TIA Rapid Assessment service during the stroke week.4. The post holder will provide cover for the out of hours hyper acute stroke rota for assessment forstroke thrombolysis and remote hyperacute assessment/advice on a 1 in 7 basis. Provision will bemade for compensatory rest to be taken on the day after any significant disturbance after midnight.5. The appointee will also be responsible for the ongoing care of the following inpatientso Arrowe Park Hospital Step Down Stroke ward rounds twice weekly on named patients on Ward 23average 8 patients, and advice for 18 bedso Clatterbridge Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, average 5 beds6. The appointee will have 1-2 rapid access TIA / Stroke review clinics per week with access to same day Doppler, CT and MRI imaging. The usual clinic template is 3 new / 6 follow up.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. The post-holder will work closely with the other Stroke Physicians to provide a comprehensive Stroke Service.2. The post holder will be a member of the stroke team and will perform daily acute stroke ward roundsduring the period of acute stroke physician of the week which will occur 1 week in 7 weeks3. The post holder will provide the senior medical component of the hyper acute stroke thrombolysis service and triage for the TIA Rapid Assessment service during the stroke week.4. The post holder will provide cover for the out of hours hyper acute stroke rota for assessment forstroke thrombolysis and remote hyperacute assessment/advice on a 1 in 7 basis. Provision will bemade for compensatory rest to be taken on the day after any significant disturbance after midnight.5. The appointee will also be responsible for the ongoing care of the following inpatients Arrowe Park Hospital Step Down Stroke ward rounds twice weekly on named patients on Ward 23average 8 patients, and advice for 18 beds Clatterbridge Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, average 5 beds6. The appointee will have 1-2 rapid access TIA / Stroke review clinics per week with access to same day Doppler, CT and MRI imaging. The usual clinic template is 3 new / 6 follow up.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with General Medical Council
- Member of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent
- Entry on the General Medical Council Specialist Register via one of the following: a. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or within 6 months of completion. b. Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)
Desirable
- An appropriate higher degree, eg an MD, PhD or equivalent.
Skills and Requirements
Essential
- Good diagnostic skills
- Broad experience of Medicine for the Elderly in Acute and Rehabilitation care and General Medicine
- Additional experience in Stroke Medicine and able to provide hyperacute stroke care
- Good communication skills
- Evidence of professional updating
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Pleasant with good interpersonal approach
- Able and willing to work as a member of team(s).
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
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Road
Upton
CH49 5PE