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We are seeking to appoint an additional Consultant Neurologist with a specialist interest in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) to join our dynamic neurology team at University Hospitals Plymouth.

This appointment will support the continued expansion of our regional Neuroscience Centre and enhance the delivery of high-quality neurological care across Plymouth and the surrounding area.

In addition to contributing to the general neurology service, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and grow their subspecialty expertise in MS, working within a well-established multidisciplinary team committed to delivering comprehensive care for patients with MS.

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The role will include providing regular general neurology outpatient clinics and inpatient ward cover, together with the opportunity to develop and lead the MS service. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and advancing MS care within the Trust, supported by a well-established multidisciplinary team.

The role will also include active involvement in the development and leadership of the department, alongside teaching and training responsibilities. The successful candidate will contribute to the education of medical students, junior doctors, nursing staff, and allied health professionals, as well as participate in departmental and regional academic activities, including the hospital grand round, journal club, audit meetings, and research opportunities.

Our department is recognised nationally for excellence and innovation. Plymouth is a GIRFT exemplar site for acute neurology, caring for more patients with acute neurological conditions than any other centre in the UK. We are also one of only five centres nationally where neurologists lead the care of stroke patients from the point of hospital presentation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, enthusiastic clinical team delivering cutting-edge neurological care

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We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.