# Neurology Clinical Fellow IMT2 Equivalent > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/neurology-clinical-fellow-imt2-equivalent/3df5a4e8-3de6-4442-bb3f-4e0fed22b0aa - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/neurology-clinical-fellow-imt2-equivalent/3df5a4e8-3de6-4442-bb3f-4e0fed22b0aa.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Great Yarmouth - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Neurology - **Grade:** Junior - **Salary:** £76,582 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 40 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-27T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-13T08:43:08.623Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Norfolk/Gorleston/James_Paget_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Neurology/Neurology-v8117072 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8117072?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Clinical Fellow/IMT3 to join our expanding and forward-thinking Neurology service within a supportive coastal University Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing neurology services within a collaborative and clinically ambitious organisation, while enjoying an exceptional quality of life on the Norfolk coast. The successful candidate will join an established and friendly multidisciplinary team, working alongside experienced Consultant Neurologists, specialist nurses and wider MDT colleagues to deliver high-quality care across a broad range of neurological conditions. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to service development, teaching, research and innovation within a growing department with strong links to the University of East Anglia and Norwich Medical School. The Neurology service benefits from: * Established outpatient and ward referral services * Dedicated specialist nurses in Epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease and Migraine * Weekly MDT meetings * Undergraduate teaching opportunities * Ongoing clinical research activity Importantly, the post also offers an excellent work/life balance, including: * No on-call commitments * Dedicated SPA and administration time * Flexible working opportunities * Supportive medical & clinical colleagues and approachable leadership ### Main duties of the job This post offers an excellent opportunity for a doctor at IMT3-equivalent level to gain broad experience in Neurology within a supportive District General Hospital. The postholder will join a compassionate team that values supervision, professional development and multidisciplinary working. The successful candidate will contribute to inpatient care, ward rounds, referrals, outpatient clinics and the lumbar puncture service. The role provides a balanced mix of service delivery and development while reflecting the scope of a DGH neurology service. Working closely with consultant neurologists and colleagues, the postholder will assess and manage a wide range of neurological conditions, including exposure to acute neurology, follow-up planning, clinic work and procedural experience. There will be opportunities to develop areas of interest, including outpatient practice, lumbar puncture expertise, quality improvement and teaching. This role is ideal for strengthening neurology experience within a supportive, patient-centred environment. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities 1.    Provide high-quality day-to-day medical care for neurology inpatients under the supervision of consultant neurologists and in close collaboration with resident doctors, nursing staff and allied health professionals. 2.    Clerk non-elective patients admitted under Neurology and support the assessment, investigation, treatment and ongoing review of patients with acute and chronic neurological presentations. 3.    Participate in regular neurology ward rounds and ensure that agreed management plans are implemented, clearly documented and communicated. 4.    Review and respond to inpatient neurology referrals from other specialties across the Trust, seeking senior advice promptly where appropriate. 5.    Contribute to safe and timely patient flow through effective clinical decision-making, proactive discharge planning and completion of accurate electronic discharge summaries. 6.    Support outpatient neurology activity through participation in general neurology clinics, with opportunities to develop confidence in ambulatory and follow-up care under supervision. 7.    Contribute to the lumbar puncture service, including elective lumbar puncture lists and acute lumbar punctures where clinically indicated, with training and supervision provided according to experience. 8.    Where service needs and supervision allow, develop procedural and specialty-specific skills relevant to a DGH neurology service, including potential exposure to botulinum toxin practice and other focused areas of neurology care. 9.    Work collaboratively with consultant neurologists, physicians, emergency medicine colleagues, radiology, therapy teams and specialist nurses to provide coordinated and compassionate care. 10. Liaise effectively with patients, relatives and carers, ensuring communication is clear, respectful and aligned with Trust values. 11. Take an active role in teaching and supporting Foundation doctors, resident doctors, medical students and other learners attached to the department. 12. Participate fully in clinical governance, including audit, quality improvement, incident reporting, guideline development, risk management and reflective practice. 13. Attend departmental meetings, teaching sessions, governance meetings and other postgraduate educational activities relevant to the post. 14. Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with Trust policies, professional standards and statutory requirements. 15. Work flexibly with colleagues to provide mutual support within the department and contribute to a positive, kind and inclusive team culture. ## Person Specification ### Key Skills **Essential** - Computer literate - Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively - Motivation and ability to plan and develop the service - Willingness to participate in clinical governance - Conscientious and highly motivated with the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and staff **Desirable** - Experience in teaching medical students and allied health professionals ### Circumstances **Essential** - Flexible outlook on working hours - Ability to work in a high-speed, high-pressured environment - Completion of Trust’s Occupational Health assessment. 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