Job summary N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities. Interview date to be scheduled on 28th April 2025. UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS COVENTRY AND WARWICKSHIRE NHS TRUST LOCUM CONSULTANT NEUROLOGIST 10 Programmed Activities Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Full time Locum Consultant in Neurology commencing asap for a period for a 6 month period. This would be an excellent opportunity to prepare for a substantial consultant post consolidating your experience in all aspects of Neurology including management of acute neurological patients. Experience in all aspects of general neurology is essential. Within the existing team there is a major interest in the fields of Epilepsy, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease/ Movement Disorders, Headache and MS/ neuroinflammation including Neurosarcoidosis. The department also provides acute neurology services with the Trust and successful candidate will take part in a weekly daytime and out of hours on-call rota. The department is supported by a strong R&D team and welcome applicants who are interested in research. For an informal discussion please contact Dr Eleanor Pye, Consultant Neurologist and Clinic Lead on 024 76865126 or email Eleanor.Pyeuhcw.nhs.uk. Main duties of the job This is a full-time post. Experience in all aspects of general neurology is essential. Ideally the candidate will have an interest in Movement Disorders, Epilepsy or neuro-inflammation/MS. Other specialist interests would be supported depending on the needs of the department. Within the existing team there is a major interest in the fields of Epilepsy, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease/Movement Disorders, Headache and MS/neuroinflammation including neurosarcoidosis. The department also provides acute neurology services within the Trust and the successful candidate will take part in a weekly daytime rota (1 in 8) and the out of hours on-call rota. The department are supported by a strong R&D team and welcome applicants who are interested in research. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. Date posted 31 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-T1-MED-6524410-B Job locations University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities 2. Main Purpose of the Post a) Diagnosis and treatment of patients with neurological disorders. b) Ensure the appropriate reception, clinical management and referrals of all patients attending the neurology department. c) Participating in the management of the neurology team. d) Play a full part in the audit process. e) Liaise with other clinical specialists to ensure the appropriate transfer of care for patients to other specialists. f) Ensuring adherence to departmental, Trust, regional and national policies including patients charters, standards and clinical governance. g) Professional accountability for the standards of the non-consultant staff in the neurology department, liaising with professionals and heads of other services. Job description Job responsibilities 2. Main Purpose of the Post a) Diagnosis and treatment of patients with neurological disorders. b) Ensure the appropriate reception, clinical management and referrals of all patients attending the neurology department. c) Participating in the management of the neurology team. d) Play a full part in the audit process. e) Liaise with other clinical specialists to ensure the appropriate transfer of care for patients to other specialists. f) Ensuring adherence to departmental, Trust, regional and national policies including patients charters, standards and clinical governance. g) Professional accountability for the standards of the non-consultant staff in the neurology department, liaising with professionals and heads of other services. 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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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)