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Applications are invited for the post of Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine working a 10 PA per week (plus on call) at the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services (CCSRS) based at Colman Hospital, Norwich. This incorporates a Level 1 neurorehabilitation service and serves the population of the East of England.
This post is a substantive appointment and arises due to the retirement of the current post holder. The appointee will be based at Colman Hospital in Norwich. CCSRS is a dedicated interdisciplinary rehabilitation service providing post-acute rehabilitation for patients with complex needs. The service provides specialist rehabilitation through a 20 bedded inpatient unit for neurorehabilitation, and a 9 bedded inpatient unit for amputee rehabilitation. Out-patient/outreach services cover neurorehabilitation, tone management, amputee rehabilitation, post covid rehabilitation, specialised wheelchair services, electronic assistive technology and alternative and augmentative communication.
This post provides an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated doctor to join our enthusiastic and experienced multidisciplinary team. You are expected to take part in the delivery of a full range of rehabilitation services and support a wide range of professionals. The post holder will have the opportunity to support, shape and drive service improvements.
Applications must be completed on TRAC, closing date 15th August 2026. Interview date 9th September 2026.
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities of the post holder are predominantly the medical supervision and co-ordination of rehabilitation for people with disabilities resulting from neurological disorders from whatever cause. The appointee will be expected to work as an integral member of the well-established inter-disciplinary in-patient and out-patient teams. This exciting new post will suit an individual who is able to work flexibly and enthusiastically in a service that has been commissioned as a regional service for the delivery of complex, specialised rehabilitation.
Please refer to the job description for further information on this post.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached detailed job description for further information on the Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine post.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Satisfactory career progression
- Computer literacy
- Must be able to travel to meet requirements of the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience and interest in Neurological rehabilitation
- Presentation skills and teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate level
- Experienced and skilled multi-disciplinary team worker
- Experience and interest in Amputee rehabilitation.
Desirable
- Experience and interest in Trauma rehabilitation
- Post-graduate diploma or degree in teaching or medical education
- Previous experience as ES, CS or TPD role
- Experience of committee work / project management
- Experience and interest in Spinal rehabilitation
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, colleagues, managers, and the multi-disciplinary team
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Basic – MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent post-graduate qualification
- Full GMC registration
- On Specialist Register for Rehabilitation Medicine – or eligible to be within 6 months from the interview date.
Desirable
- PhD, MD or MSc
- Member of BSRM and SRR
- European Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Experience and understanding of community as well as acute/general hospital services
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to keep abreast of evidence base in this speciality and generally in medically relevant fields
- Demonstrate understanding of NHS management structures and the impact of change on the NHS workforce
- Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the requirements for clinical governance
- Able to demonstrate evidence of direct participation in audit
Desirable
- Business case development
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This advert is for Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine with Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust in Norwich, East of England, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Rehabilitation Medicine role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Aug 2026.
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