I have been assigned by an NHS Trust in the UK to help them recruit a Specialty Doctor in Stroke Medicine on either a Substantive or an NHS Fixed Term basis for 12 months.
Our client provides acute and complex services and a range of outpatient, diagnostic services. They are one of the best performing Trusts in England, rated as 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in 2019. They have received various accolades, including the Health Service Journal Acute Trust of the Year award in 2021, and they strive to be a beacon for safety in all that they do. Their staff rate them the best in the country among comparable acute trusts.
The successful appointee will be enthusiastic and committed to delivering excellent Stroke care and will work alongside 3 Consultants in Stroke Medicine in a team consisting of 4 ST3+ equivalents, 5 ST1/2 equivalents, 1 FY1, and 1 Physician Associate.
Our client's Stroke Service currently has 36 beds for patients in the first 7 days of acute stroke care, including 6 HASU beds in development. The unit accepts referrals directly from the Emergency Department and other sources. Patients are under the care of the Stroke Consultants while on HASU/ASU. Thrombolysis is available 24/7 with out-of-hours cover via the Regional Surrey Stroke Network. There is a robust Thrombectomy pathway with St George's hospital, London.
Most patients have acute ischaemic strokes or intracerebral haemorrhages, with few patients presenting with TIA's and stroke mimics. A vast amount of radiological and clinical experience can be gained, including medical procedures such as LP. There are 7-day TIA clinics run by the Stroke Physicians, with support from Doctors from Acute Medicine on weekends. Opportunities may arise to attend the Stroke clinics, which run twice a week. Senior support is available from the Stroke Consultants during working hours and out of hours via telemedicine. Specialty doctors will take an active part in educational activities, audits, and research within the department.
Our client is based in a beautiful suburb borough on the outskirts of London, with close proximity to major international airports and access to reputable public and private schools.
Additional Information
- Excellent leadership within the team
- Join a well-supported team
- 10 P.A's per week
- Must have GMC Registration
- Great housing costs with a reasonable cost of living
Benefits
- Excellent Remuneration packages
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