Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the well establish Neurology team at University Hospitals Dorset. With close links to Southampton University Hospital, there is opportunity to work closely with the tertiary hospital team
The Neurology Service at UHD covers the whole county and there is an expectation of this job to participate in clinics/ward cover at 2 of the 3 sites (Poole, Bournemouth and Dorchester)
This is a permanent post working 8 PA's per week, with an opportunity for specialists in Epilepsy or Multiple Sclerosis. Both these specialities are well supported by a MDT of practitioners and you would work closely as a team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder would be expected to play a full role in delivery of the Neurology service across Dorset. This includes support to the acute wards for Neurology patients as well as carrying an outpatient case load.
Full details of the job role and expectations can be found in the personal specification and job description.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Responsibilities:
- Undertake the investigation and treatment of neurological outpatient referrals.
- Advise (through ward referrals) on neurological cases admitted under general physicians.
- Contribute to a shared commitment to ward rounds during the week.
- Support Specialist Practitioners in providing neurological nurse services to patients.
- Develop specialist interest to complement those currently provided.
- Maintain and develop links with University Southampton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Participation in Audit and Research
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC, MRCP or equivalent, Specialist Register
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This advert is for Consultant Neurologist with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, South West, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Neurology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 8 PA job plan. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Aug 2026.
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