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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Stroke Consultant to join a progressive, highly regarded Stroke Service in the South West. This role offers the chance to work within a forward-thinking, research-active, and collaborative department that has been commended nationally for its rapid hyperacute stroke care and excellent patient outcomes. This position is ideally suited for an ambitious consultant seeking to deliver high-quality, evidence-based stroke care across the full pathway — from hyperacute management through to rehabilitation and follow-up — in a department committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and education.
Job Responsibility:
Provide expert clinical leadership across the Hyperacute Stroke Unit, Acute Stroke Ward, and Rehabilitation Ward
Participate in 24/7 stroke on-call rota including thrombolysis and thrombectomy decision-making (currently 1:6, with potential to reduce to 1:7)
Lead and contribute to daily TIA clinics, front door assessments, and outpatient stroke follow-up
Collaborate closely with Advanced Clinical Practitioners, neuroradiology, and neurology colleagues to ensure rapid diagnosis and management of stroke patients
Engage actively in multidisciplinary meetings, including weekly neuroradiology MDTs, M&M reviews, and governance sessions
Supervise and mentor medical staff, physician associates, and allied health professionals
Contribute to research, audit, and service improvement initiatives in line with regional and national stroke care standards
Participate in the regional Integrated Stroke Delivery Network (ISDN) and associated education and workforce programmes
Requirements:
Full GMC registration with licence to practise
MBBS or equivalent
MRCP (UK) or equivalent
CCT in Stroke Medicine or within 6 months of completion in a parent specialty (e.g. Geriatrics, Neurology, Acute or Rehab Medicine)
Minimum 1 year of NHS experience
Proven clinical competence in acute and hyperacute stroke management