Job summary
Junior Training Fellow in Neurology
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital of North Midlands to join the team of Neurologist working on both our Royal Stoke and County sites.
The successful candidate will compliment the expertise already available within the speciality and have a particular interest in Neurology with your training supported by a dedicated team of Neurologists.
Successful candidates will be expected to be based at the Royal Stoke sites with access to ambulatory care based at County Hospital, Stafford.
Additional contact information
Dr Roby Abraham / Dr Indira Natarajan
Please contact the Medical Secretarial Team on 01782 679455 if you wish to make arrangements to discuss the post in more detail.
Main duties of the job
- To participate in the provision of care to patients admitted to the Neurosciences Wards.
- To assist in ward management including electronic discharges.
- To participate in the management of day to day care of Neurosciences patients
- To assist in the undertaking of full clinical computerised audit within the department. This would be encouraged for desirable candidates.
- To provide on-call cover for emergencies
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
Flexible working requests will be considered
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description attached to the vacancy for detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- ALS certification
Desirable
- Academic and extracurricular achievements
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Foundation competencies or equivalent for those with full GMC registration
Desirable
- Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
- Attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience.
- Minimum of 6 months NHS experience
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team is prudent and the ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure is crucial
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals is vital
- Proficient and efficient handling of medical problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional updating
- Highly motivated individual
- Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this position
- Commitment to pursuing career in general medicine or related specialties.
Desirable
- Certificate of Good Standing from current medical council and references from institutional email Id of referees will be required.
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
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Newcastle Road
Newcastle
ST4 6QG