Consultant - Neurology

Job Description

The Neurology Consultant is responsible for delivering specialized, evidence-based neurological care through comprehensive clinical assessment, accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term management of patients with neurological disorders. The role provides clinical leadership within the Neurology service line, ensures adherence to evidence-based practice and patient safety standards, and actively supports multidisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient outcomes across virtual and integrated care settings.

The Consultant Neurologist contributes to the continuous development of neurology services at Bupa Care Connect.

• Conduct comprehensive neurological evaluations through detailed history taking, physical and neurological examination, and review of diagnostic investigations
• Diagnose and manage neurological conditions including headache disorders, epilepsy, cerebrovascular diseases, movement disorders, neuropathies, demyelinating diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions
• Interpret and correlate laboratory, neuroimaging (MRI, CT), and electrophysiological (EEG, NCS/EMG) findings
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment and follow-up plans for each patient
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record system
• Escalate complex or high-risk neurological cases to tertiary services or inpatient management when clinically required

• Provide clinical leadership and professional guidance within the Neurology service line
• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical pathways, protocols, and SOPs for neurological care
• Support operational planning to ensure continuity of neurology service coverage across virtual and physical settings
• Participate in strategic initiatives to enhance neurology services within Care Connect and Integrated Care Centres
• Assist in evaluating and optimizing tele-neurology workflows and virtual care processes

• Ensure delivery of safe, patient-centered, high-quality neurological care aligned with best practice standards
• Adhere to institutional clinical governance policies, neurological guidelines, and evidence-based medicine principles
• Participate in quality assurance activities, clinical audits, and peer review initiatives
• Report, investigate, and manage clinical incidents, near misses, and adverse events appropriately
• Support compliance with CBAHI, JCI, and other applicable accreditation requirements

• Collaborate with internal medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, rehabilitation, and primary care services
• Participate in MDT case discussions and care coordination activities for complex neurological patients
• Maintain timely and professional communication with referring physicians on diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up
• Provide clinical guidance and education to healthcare providers regarding neurological conditions and referral pathways
• Coordinate patient care transitions and referrals to tertiary neurological services when clinically indicated

• Promote a culture of patient safety, empathy, and patient-centered neurological care
• Educate patients and families on neurological diagnoses, treatment plans, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications
• Address patient concerns with clarity, compassion, and professionalism
• Monitor patient satisfaction feedback and participate in service improvement initiatives
• Ensure confidentiality and protection of patient information in all interactions

• Maintain active SCFHS professional licensure and comply with all regulatory and credentialing…