Speciality Doctor – Neurology | Basildon Hospital
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Speciality Doctor to join the dynamic Neurology team at Basildon Hospital. This role offers a diverse and rewarding clinical experience, combining general neurology outpatient clinics with inpatient ward referrals.
You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of consultant neurologists and specialist nurses, contributing to high-quality, patient-centred care while further developing your clinical skills across a broad range of neurological conditions.
This post is ideally suited to doctors with prior neurology experience who are keen to expand their expertise and progress their careers. The role provides an excellent platform for professional development, with opportunities to advance towards Specialist Grade or Consultant positions.
If you are enthusiastic, committed to continuous learning, and eager to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply.
Review and triage neurology inpatient and outpatient referrals, providing timely assessments and management plans
Liaise closely with acute medicine, stroke, ED, and other specialties to support coordinated patient care
Deliver inpatient and outpatient general neurology care, including supervised clinics and follow‑up continuity
Support safe discharge planning, follow‑up arrangements, and accurate clinical documentation
Collaborate with consultants, specialist nurses, and MDTs, contributing to clinical discussions and service development
Participate in teaching, audit, quality improvement, governance activities, and departmental meetings
Maintain professional development (CPD, appraisal, revalidation) and develop subspecialty interests while adhering to Trust standards
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
