Specialty Doctor Neurology

We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our existing clinical team in the Neurology Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), Brighton.

The neurology team includes 17 consultant neurologists employed across the Trust, with 12 based at the RSCH site. We have close links with the neurophysiologists, neurosurgeons and stroke physicians who also work on site.

As well as gaining experience in varied aspects of neurological care, the post holder will have the opportunity to develop an expertise in managing Myasthenia Gravis and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). They will be working alongside two consultant neurologists and a neuropharmacist who run the Myasthenia service and alongside a team of specialist nurses and neurology consultants who see the MS patients. In addition, the post holder is to provide clinical support for our PIU and will be expected to be competent in performing lumbar puncture. Assistance with X-ray guided LP alongside a consultant neuroradiologist at the Princess Royal Hospital is also an expectation of the post.

There will also be the opportunity for the post holder to develop a clinic for female patients experiencing pregnancy who also have defined neurological conditions, in particular multiple sclerosis and myasthenia gravis.

The role of the clinical fellow will reflect their level of experience but will involve the following:

• Completion of assessment of patients on the Neurology Day Case Unit

Medical supervision of patients undergoing infusions

Undertaking diagnostic and therapeutic lumbar punctures

Participating in daily neurology ward rounds

Liaising with nursing colleagues and therapists

Assessing newly admitted patients

Carrying out daily ward duties relating to in-patient medical management

Attending weekly Neuroradiology MDM

Attending Thursday afternoon 3pm neurology academic teaching

Attending additional neurophysiology and ward based neurology teaching

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rebecca Cooper Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: rebecca.cooper16@nhs.net Telephone number: 01273 696955

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