Stroke Consultant (Perm)

Job Title: Stroke Consultant (Perm)

Company: Optima Plus Recruitment

Location: East Midlands

Hours: Full-time

Salary: 105,504 - 139,882 per annum

Contract: Perm

About Us: Optima Plus Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented individuals with rewarding employment opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with reputable organizations across various industries.

Job Description: Optima Plus Recruitment are hiring on behalf of a client for a Stroke Consultant based in the East Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking stroke team as part of a planned expansion.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive hyper-acute & acute stroke care, inpatient rehabilitation, and TIA services.
• Work as part of a team of 7 stroke specialist consultants, supported by junior doctors, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and a multidisciplinary team.
• Work closely with colleagues in Radiology, Neurology, Vascular Surgery, and Critical Care to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Participate in daily TIA clinics, with access to rapid vascular imaging and a nationally recognised Vascular Radiology service.
• Take part in research, clinical trials, and education, contributing to advancements in stroke care.
• Have access to flexible and bespoke job planning, with options to include research, teaching, or leadership responsibilities.
• Benefit from hybrid working opportunities, incorporating Neurology, General Medicine, or Acute Medicine if desired.

Requirements:

Qualifications (Essential)

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register OR within 6 months of receiving CCT in Stroke Medicine, Neurology, Geriatric Medicine, Acute Medicine, or Rehabilitation Medicine at the time of interview.

Desirable Qualifications

• Higher degree (MD, PhD, etc.).
• CCT in Stroke Medicine or Neurology.
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification.

Experience (Essential)

• Five years of supervised training in a relevant StR-equivalent training programme.
• High standard of clinical skill & expertise in Stroke, Acute Medicine, General Medicine, Neurology, or Geriatric Medicine.
• Experience working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to teaching, training, and research in Stroke Medicine.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in Stroke & TIA service delivery.
• Peer-reviewed publications and involvement in clinical trials.
• Managerial and leadership experience within a clinical setting.

How to Apply: If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

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