Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Consultant Neurologist in Neuromuscular (2 posts)
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New Consultant Neurology Posts in Neuromuscular Disorders
About the Organisation
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, formed from the merger of North Bristol NHS Trust and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, is now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. We deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, with an annual turnover of £2.3 billion. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, offering city living with easy access to the countryside and seaside.
Job Overview
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking two new Consultant Neurology posts with expertise in Neuromuscular Disorders. These posts are part of the South West Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network, providing care for people living with Neuromuscular conditions in Bristol, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall.
Main Duties of the Job
The posts will involve the diagnosis, management, and care of people living with Neuromuscular Disorders, including muscular dystrophies, neuropathies, CIDP, and myasthenia. The service is multi-disciplinary, supported by Neuromuscular Care Advisors, Specialist Physiotherapists, and a Specialist Psychologist. The post holders will join the team in providing an education programme for professionals and patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient clinics in Bristol and Plymouth
- One post will provide clinics in Truro (12 clinics or 6 days per year)
- One post will provide clinics in North Devon (12 clinics or 6 days per year)
- Contribute to the existing services in Bristol NHS Foundation Trust and lead these services across the South West Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Within 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at the time of interview, CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview
Desirable Criteria
- Higher academic qualification, e.g., MD, PhD, or equivalent
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Neuromuscular conditions
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable Criteria
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy
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Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable Criteria
- Broad range of IT skills
Communication Skills
Essential Criteria
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff, and other colleagues
- Ability to be a flexible team member
Management and Leadership
Essential Criteria
- Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable Criteria
- Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses
Teaching and Training
Essential Criteria
- Experience of teaching medical students and AHP’s
- Experience of supervising trainees
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable Criteria
- Formal teaching/ education qualification
- Educational Supervisor training completed
Research
Essential Criteria
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
Desirable Criteria
- Additional academic experience and qualifications, e.g., PhD
- Evidence of publication of peer-reviewed academic papers
Governance
Essential Criteria
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence-based practice
- Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme
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Personal and Other
Essential Criteria
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Meets professional health requirements
- Agreement and ability to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role and agreement and ability to travel to outreach clinics in the South West, including Devon and Cornwall
Desirable Criteria
- Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional, or national levels
- Trained as a Consultant Appraiser
Important Information
- We welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
- Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply as soon as you can if you are interested in this role.
- The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is monitored, and applicants must declare if they have used it.
- As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to recruit and retain a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
- To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard, which will be assessed at the interview.
- If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.
- Please be aware of scams; we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and will never ask you for any payments.
Application Process
- Regularly check your Trac account and email accounts for communication from the Trust.
- Provide correct work-related email addresses for employment references to be sought promptly.
- Referees must be known to you in a line manager or professional lead capacity.
- Interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
- Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Please apply as soon as you can if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
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