Job summary
- Main area
- Neurology
- Grade
- Band 7/8a
- Contract
- 12 months (Secondment or Fixed term contract)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 318-24-MED-T1663
- Employer
- Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
- Town
- Gloucester
- Salary
- £43,742 - £57,349 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/08/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Darzi Fellow in Neurology Band 7/ 8a
Band 7/8a
Join us at an exciting time for Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust! We have an ambitious plan for our journey to Outstanding and are looking for aspirational, committed individuals to join us, making a real difference to both staff and patients.
As a former winner of England for excellence award: Tourism destination of the year, the beautiful city of Gloucester and the scenic regency spa town of Cheltenham are fantastic places to work and live.
As a hospital Trust we are currently involved in over 100 clinical trials and studies, whilst also providing acute elective and specialist services to a population of over 620,000.
By joining Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust new colleagues can look forward to a warm welcome and a future full of opportunities and support.
Job overview
Darzi Fellow in Neurology Band 7/ 8a
The GHFT neurology department is looking for a Darzi fellow to improve the care of individuals with headache and migraine in the county, common disorders and major causes of disability.
Whilst frequently managed in primary care, headache and migraine are common reasons for referral to neurologists, often at the request of the patient, and the number of referrals is steadily rising. Long waiting lists are a frequent cause of frustration. The advent of CGRP pathway treatments for migraine has been a significant development for many with previously refractory migraine symptoms, but has also added further pressure.
We also know that headache is a common reason for attendance at A&E, where recognition of primary headache disorders can be more challenging, and subsequent admissions and investigations can be expensive and unnecessary.
Across the UK, including in Gloucestershire, there is a mismatch between the demand for neurological services and capacity. Headache is a leading contribution, and one that we believe can be managed differently, and with scope to significantly improve patient care and patient experience.
We are looking for an individual to evaluate this topic, and consider innovative and imaginative solutions that encompass primary and secondary care. We will provide the individual with full support for this project, the Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership in Health and tailor clinical duties according to educational needs.
Main duties of the job
The Darzi Fellowship Clinical Leadership Programme is designed to build the training and development of senior clinical leaders. It entails a 12-month Fellowship Challenge alongside a PGCert Leadership in Health (Darzi) over the course of the 2023/24 academic year. The programme offers Fellows a unique opportunity to develop the capability skills necessary for their future roles as clinical leaders. It creates opportunities to work with medical directors (or equivalent) and lead the development of service changes and quality. We welcome applications from experienced and dedicated clinicians who have a proved interest in neurology and working with our system partners to develop a project for change. The Darzi Fellowship is considered a prestigious post and is highly recommended for aspiring clinical leaders.
Additional contract details: Secondment or Fixed term contract
Working for our organisation
The neurology service is a vital service which covers Gloucestershire county. It consists of consultants and specialist nurses who are supported by an admin team. There is also an inpatient ward of 16 beds. The service is mostly focused on outpatient care with clinics running from both Gloucester Royal hospital and Cheltenham General hospital.
The hospitals are based in a beautiful county of rolling hills and Cotswoldian villages. It is an area of Outstanding natural beauty and the Trust is proud to be a part
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Darzi Fellowship Programme aims to develop future clinical leaders by combining work-based experience, working on a Fellowship Challenge, as well as academic study through our bespoke leadership development programme: PGCert Leadership in Health (Darzi). The Darzi Fellows will come from a variety of clinical backgrounds, which allows a multi-professional learning opportunity.
The programme is full-time for one year (without exception) for all Darzi Fellows. Whilst in post, Fellows are expected to undertake one main change programme the ‘Fellowship Challenge’ and join LSBU’s 1-year bespoke clinical leadership programme: PGCert Leadership in Health (Darzi). The Fellowship Challenge work is based within the host organisation and Fellows will work with a nominated Sponsor to lead the development of service or cultural change which contributes to organisational and system priorities. It is expected that Fellows share their learning from the programme with peers and colleagues both within their host organisation and beyond.
PLEASE BE AWARE WE MAY CLOSE THIS POST EARLY IF THERE ARE SUFFICIENT CANDIDATES
Person specification
Darzi fellow
Essential criteria
- Full registration with relevant professional body
- Undergraduate degree
- Ability to work with, and lead others, across professions
- Previous co-ordination or management or leadership experience either at postgraduate level, within health care
- Understanding of current issues and challenges within health care delivery across the wider NHS
- Some understanding of quality improvement/safety improvement/ clinical governance principles application within clinical settings
Desirable criteria
- Development of evaluations / audit protocols / grant applications
- Ability to develop educational programmes
- Higher degree or management qualification
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Claire Dales
- Job title
- General manager COTE / Stroke /Neurology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07478330557
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