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Stroke Consultant

Job Description

Stroke Consultant - NHS (Permanent Role) - Derby


Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for a Stroke Consultant to join the NHS in Derby. This is a permanent, full-time role (Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM) with additional weekend work available.



Eligibility Criteria


Applicants must be Substantive Consultants or within six months of specialist registration.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • MBBS/MBChB and MRCP qualification
  • Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
  • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months of receiving a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in:
  • General (Internal) Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Neurology
  • Acute Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Eligibility to reside and work in the UK

    Required Skills & Experience

    • Minimum five years of supervised training in an StR-equivalent training program
    • Strong clinical skills and expertise in:
    • Acute Medicine
    • General Medicine
    • Stroke Medicine
    • Neurology or Geriatrics
  • Consultants with prior GIM experience looking to specialise in Stroke Medicine will be supported in developing necessary skills for thrombolysis/thrombectomy assessments and stroke-specific activities
  • Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Leadership and service management experience, including mentorship and supervision of junior staff
  • Ability to contribute to the efficient running of Stroke and TIA services
  • Experience in clinical audit, management, research, and governance
  • Commitment to working withinNHS performance frameworks and targets

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide a comprehensive Stroke and TIA service to University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Foundation Trust
    • Oversee patient care, diagnosis, and treatment while managing junior staff
    • Provide cover for consultant colleagues during reasonable periods of leave
    • Lead and supervise junior medical staff, contributing to their education and accreditation
    • Participate in clinical governance, audit, research, and infection control policies
    • Maintain compliance with continuing medical education requirements

    How to Apply


    If this role is of interest, please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk.