Job Title:  Locum Consultant/Specialist (Neurology)

Job Summary

The Consultant/Specialist in Neurology will provide autonomous management of complex neurological cases, lead acute neurology calls (including stroke thrombolysis and other urgent neurological presentations), and contribute to the development of neurology services at a national level. The role includes mentoring all junior staff, teaching allied health professionals and medical students, and supporting departmental and institutional growth.

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Acute Care

• Lead inpatient and outpatient neurology services across the main centre and satellite clinics.
• Manage acute neurology calls, including stroke thrombolysis and other urgent neurological presentations.

Mentorship & Teaching

• Mentor all junior medical staff (including MOs, SMOs, and trainees).
• Deliver structured teaching for allied health professionals and medical students.

Service Development & Governance

• Contribute to departmental policy development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support strategic projects for the advancement of neurology services nationally.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison with other specialties for integrated care of complex patients.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and institutional committees.

Professional Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of postgraduate neurology experience in a recognized training and practice environment.
• Proven experience in managing acute neurology emergencies (including stroke, seizures, CNS infections, demyelination, and other urgent conditions).
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical care, teaching, and/or research.

Educational Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent from a recognized institution is requried.
• Postgraduate qualification in Neurology from an internationally recognized training program is required.
• MRCP (UK/Ireland) or equivalent exit qualification is an added advantage.
• Fellowship or Membership in a recognized professional body (e.g., FRCP, FRS) will be an added advantage,

Specialised Skills/Knowledge/Attribute Requirement

• Independent performance of neurophysiology procedures (EEG, Electrophysiology).
• Experience in Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM).
• Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic skills across the spectrum of neurological disorders.
• Ability to function independently in acute neurology calls and complex case management.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills for multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and teaching ability for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with clinical governance and quality improvement processes

Closing Date

8th December 2025