Job summary Acute Rehabilitation and Trauma Unit (ARTU) is an on-site, 27- bedded acute specialist rehabilitation facility and trauma unit, pulling patients from intensive care or direct from theatres/ A&E resus. ARTU is the major trauma ward for the hospital as well as providing specialised, hyper-acute rehabilitation in ten dedicated beds for patients with severe head injuries and other neurological conditions. The remaining beds on the unit provide acute multidisciplinary surgical care for patients with spinal, complex and multiple trauma, under the care of other acute specialties in the major trauma service. ARTU is a bespoke unit, focusing on severely injured patients within a rehabilitative environment. The responsibility for the ten specialist rehabilitation beds, commissioned by NHS England and NHS Wales, is shared with the other consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine. ARTU is supported by a full, specialist multidisciplinary team and is accredited by UKROC as Level 1a hyper-acute rehabilitation unit. The co-location within the major trauma ward allows ready access to multi-specialty expertise and high dependency nursing care. The ward team routinely manages complex conditions, including polytrauma, severe brain and spinal cord injury, complex pain and respiratory conditions including tracheostomy. The unit has developed expertise in tracheostomy weaning programmes as well as comprehensive assessments and management of Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDoC). Main duties of the job The appointee will be expected to work with the multi-disciplinary teams on the ward, supporting the Unit Director and providing supervision to junior medical staff. This is an opportunity to develop further skills and gain experience in Rehabilitation Medicine.Stoke-on-Trent has an international reputation for expert management and education in the field of spasticity. There is a well-established spasticity service in MPFT, offering MDT assessment, Botulinum toxin, nerve blocks and intrathecal baclofen therapy. Spasticity management is also delivered within ARTU and to other acute wards in RSUH, including the Critical Care Unit. Interested candidates will have opportunities to develop their spasticity management skills further. Pursuit of research or educational roles by the post holder will be welcomed and supported. The successful candidate joins a well-established and friendly team in a consultant post which offers great flexibility and real opportunity for experience, career progression and growth. About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Locum Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 205-6848295 Job locations Royal Stoke City General Stoke on Trent ST4 6QG Job description Job responsibilities The key role for this post is to take primary responsibility for the medical care and rehabilitation of in-patients on the ARTUThe successful candidate will demonstrate a good knowledge and first-hand experience of managing acute problems, in addition to their specialist knowledge / experience of rehabilitation and management of patients with complex disabilities. The candidate should have experience in interventional procedures such as botulinum toxin injections for spasticity and hyper-salivation, both guided by ultrasound.The appointee will be expected to work with the multi-disciplinary teams on the ward, supporting the Unit Director and providing supervision to junior medical staff. This is an opportunity to develop further skills and gain experience in Rehabilitation Medicine.Applicants should have full GMC registration and experience, evidence of Specialist Rehabilitation training. To take a role in the management of the department, leading the team in a way that supports a culture of continuous improvement and learning. We offer excellent training and development opportunities, a friendly working environment and flexible working. Job description Job responsibilities The key role for this post is to take primary responsibility for the medical care and rehabilitation of in-patients on the ARTUThe successful candidate will demonstrate a good knowledge and first-hand experience of managing acute problems, in addition to their specialist knowledge / experience of rehabilitation and management of patients with complex disabilities. The candidate should have experience in interventional procedures such as botulinum toxin injections for spasticity and hyper-salivation, both guided by ultrasound.The appointee will be expected to work with the multi-disciplinary teams on the ward, supporting the Unit Director and providing supervision to junior medical staff. This is an opportunity to develop further skills and gain experience in Rehabilitation Medicine.Applicants should have full GMC registration and experience, evidence of Specialist Rehabilitation training. To take a role in the management of the department, leading the team in a way that supports a culture of continuous improvement and learning. We offer excellent training and development opportunities, a friendly working environment and flexible working. Person Specification Clinical Experience and Training Essential oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine oCompetence in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients Qualifications Essential oFull GMC registration oMRCP / MRCS or equivalent oEntry on the General Medical oCouncil (GMC) Specialist Register - via CCT / CESR Person Specification Clinical Experience and Training Essential oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine oCompetence in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients Qualifications Essential oFull GMC registration oMRCP / MRCS or equivalent oEntry on the General Medical oCouncil (GMC) Specialist Register - via CCT / CESR 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address Royal Stoke City General Stoke on Trent ST4 6QG Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)