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Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Management of medical or neurology/stroke inpatients
- Communication
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients from a diverse range of backgrounds and with diverse clinical and social needs.
- Communication
Excellent written and oral communication with colleagues within a multidisciplinary ethos.
- Communication
Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Skills and Abilities
IT proficiency at advanced user level (Spreadsheet, Word Processing, Database, Email).
- Skills and Abilities
Completion of projects, audit, quality improvement and service developments related to Neurology/Stroke
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Completion of CMT training or equivalent
- Knowledge and Qualifications
MRCP or equivalent
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Experience in Neurology/ Stroke and keen interest in pursuing career in Neurology/ Stroke
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge of confidentiality, data protection, Good Clinical Practice and GDPR
- Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Clinical Audit
- Experience
Previous data-analysis
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Experience working in the NHS
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Understanding of research methodology
Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated ST3+ Trust Grade Doctor (SPR Level) to join the UCLH Comprehensive Stroke Service. Based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) in Queen Square and UCH on Euston Road, London, this role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience in one of the UK’s largest stroke services.
As a Stroke Fellow, you will rotate through core and specialist stroke roles, participate in governance and teaching programs, and work within a 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service and hyperacute stroke unit. You will also engage in a variety of multidisciplinary teams and contribute to pre-hospital stroke video triage.
This position provides excellent training in the management of stroke across all stages of care, with ample opportunities for service development and clinical research. You will receive the same educational supervision as other stroke SpRs with NTNs and have the chance to observe and learn from a broad range of specialist neurological clinics.
NHNN is internationally recognized for its clinical care and research, offering comprehensive care for a wide range of neurological conditions. The role includes daily teaching opportunities and the chance to work closely with experts in various neurological fields.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Rotations: Engage in core and specialist stroke roles, including hyperacute and acute stroke units, general and specialist stroke clinics, and the 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service. Participate in pre-hospital video triage and assessment for potential stroke cases in north London.
Patient Care: Deliver comprehensive care at all stages of stroke management, from pre-hospital to post-hospital. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as cardiology, neurosurgery, and haematology for integrated stroke care.
Governance and Quality Improvement: Involve in clinical governance activities like audits, case reviews, and quality improvement projects to enhance stroke care services.
Teaching and Education: Engage in the teaching program, including grand rounds, bedside teaching, and tutorials. Participate in weekly protected teaching sessions related to the stroke curriculum.
Research and Development: Support clinical research at the NIHR-designated hyperacute stroke research center. Contribute to service development initiatives to improve stroke care delivery.
Supervision and Mentorship: Receive supervision and mentoring similar to stroke SpRs with NTNs. Mentor junior doctors and medical students within the stroke service.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Collaboration with Neurology Services: Collaborate with the neurology team at NHNN, gaining experience in specialist neurological clinics and the Neuro-SDEC model.
This overview highlights the Stroke Fellow role's clinical, educational, and research responsibilities within a leading stroke service.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Trust Grade Doctor (Stroke) with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Stroke Medicine role. The advertised salary is £67,325 per annum + London Weighting. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (Limited Funding from 3rd February 2027 until 3rd August 2027). The application deadline is 24 Sep 2026.
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