NHS Locum Consultant Physician
We are delighted to invite applications for a Locum Consultant in Stroke Medicine to join our dedicated and forward-thinking team at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT). This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dynamic physician to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality stroke care for our local community.
Why Join Us?
As part of ESHT’s clinical strategy, our Stroke Services have been consolidated to a single, purpose-designed site at Eastbourne District General Hospital (EDGH), home to our Acute Stroke Centre. This centralised model ensures streamlined care and enhanced outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in stroke care, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Our Stroke Services Include:
Acute Stroke admissions managed at EDGH via Stroke and Thrombolysis pathways
24/7 Thrombectomy service in collaboration with our regional neuroscience centre
TIA clinics held at both EDGH and Conquest Hospital, Hastings
AI-supported telemedicine for thrombolysis on-call
Two Community Stroke Rehabilitation Teams delivering Early Supported Discharge (ESD)
Rehabilitation pathways to Bexhill Irvine Unit
Active involvements in ongoing clinical research & opportunities to participate in national and international stroke trials
About You
We’re looking for an accredited physician with a strong background in Stroke Medicine. You must hold full GMC registration and be either on the Specialist Register or within six months of obtaining your CCT at the time of interview.
Key Responsibilities
Emergency Care
Attend thrombolysis and thrombectomy calls with the on-call stroke team
Coordinate thrombectomy referrals and patient transfers
Conduct inpatient reviews, including ITU patients
Acute Stroke Centre
Manage hyperacute stroke admissions and associated complications
Lead care planning and best-interest meetings
Communicate effectively with MDTs, patients, and families
Outpatient Services
Run TIA and Stroke clinics
Conduct inpatient follow-up reviews
Manage associated administrative duties
Out-of-Hours Commitment
1:4 weekends covering new admissions and TIA clinics
1:6 thrombolysis on-call rota
What We Offer
A tailored job plan to suit your interests and service needs
Opportunities to lead service development and innovation
A supportive environment for professional growth and leadership
Active participation in clinical research, audit and quality improvement projects.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.
We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
