Job overview

We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Stroke Physician to enrich our vibrant team at the Regional Stroke Centre, Northampton General Hospital. Become a valued member of a high-achieving and motivated Stroke Team within Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, affiliated with the University of Leicester. As one of our dedicated Stroke Physicians, you'll play a key role in advancing our Stroke Service and contribute to our 24/7thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy rota.

Interview date to be confirmed

Please note this Job Description is Pending RCP approval

Main duties of the job

Become a Consultant Stroke Physician and shape the future of an ambitious and progressive stroke service at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. This full-time role offers the flexibility of part-time work for those who prefer it. Join a team of established Consultant Stroke Physicians at NGH, where you'll contribute to a comprehensive 24/7 thrombolysis and thrombectomy service, fully supported by our 24/7 dedicated stroke specialist nurses.

Northampton General Hospital, the Primary Stroke Centre for Northamptonshire, boasts a cohesive and experienced multidisciplinary team. Our exemplary Community Stroke Team delivers a complete ICCS model and is part of our Service.

For further details, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Working for our organisation

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Integrity

Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.