Neurophysiology Consultant

Consultant Neurophysiologist post in the Neurosciences team at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, a substantive full-time role with cross-site duties. The work centres on EEG, EMG and nerve conduction studies for adult and paediatric patients, including interpreting and reporting results and supporting diagnosis of neurological disorders. The team sits within one of the larger neuroscience centres outside London, with 10 PAs a week and no on-call commitment.

Applicants need Specialist Register inclusion in Clinical Neurophysiology, or to be within six months of CCT at interview.

• Provide specialist neurophysiology services including EEG, EMG and nerve conduction studies for adult and paediatric patients
• Interpret and report neurophysiological investigations accurately and promptly
• Deliver routine and prolonged EEG, EMG and nerve conduction studies, with volumes of approximately 1,200 to 1,500 EEGs and 800 to 1,000 EMG/NCS studies a year
• Support diagnosis and management of neurological disorders across the Trust
• Run outpatient neurophysiology clinics and diagnostic reporting sessions, up to six a week
• Take part in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives
• Support teaching and training of medical students, trainees and clinical scientists
• Keep up continuing professional development and meet GMC revalidation requirements

• MRCP(UK) or equivalent qualification

• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register in Clinical Neurophysiology, or within 6 months of CCT at interview

• Proven experience in EEG, EMG and nerve conduction studies
• Ability to interpret and report neurophysiological investigations accurately

• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical neurophysiology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to talk comfortably with patients and give advice in accurate spoken English
• English language to IELTS level 2 minimum, or a UK medical school graduate

• Participation in clinical audit, CPD and revalidation
• Engagement with morbidity and mortality reviews
• Experience with Structured Judgement Reviews
• Learning from incidents and complaints
• Understanding of patient safety, quality improvement and clinical governance principles

• Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Experience in paediatric neurophysiology
• Evidence of research and publications
• Teaching experience for medical students and trainees
• Involvement in service development initiatives

• Access to modern neurophysiology facilities and IT systems
• Dedicated administrative and technical support
• Opportunities for research, teaching and leadership development
• Flexible working, with LTFT applications welcomed
• Mentoring support for new consultants
• No on-call commitment