Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine (Neuro & Spinal Rehab)

Overview

Akessa Healthcare is seeking to appoint a Consultant Neurologist to lead the development of outpatient Neurological services, as well as support the ongoing treatment and rehabilitation of our neuro and spinal patients. The appointment is based at two sites: the Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital in Aylesbury (outpatient and inpatient care) and The New Foscote Hospital in Banbury (outpatient clinics).

The appointee will provide comprehensive care for private patients. A harmonious work pattern and flexible working options are supported to promote work-life balance. The successful candidate will have diary management support and appropriate secretarial assistance.

As a senior colleague, the post-holder will work in close co-operation with, and support, other clinical, medical, professional and managerial colleagues to deliver high quality healthcare.

Job responsibilities

Lead on the development of Neuro-Spinal services. Deliver high-quality care for all patients and support the smooth running of the service. Support efficient management of resources and maintenance of short waiting lists for private and insured patients. Take ownership of performance against key performance indicators, ensuring high quality of care and clinical excellence. In collaboration with department leads, maintain and develop quality standards and improvement in line with relevant accreditation requirements. Provide on-site clinical expertise as needed, supporting MDTs as required. Ensure appropriate secretarial support and diary management for clinical work.

Qualification requirements include: CCT in Neurology or Rehabilitation Medicine; Full GMC Registration; Inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register in Neurology or Rehabilitation Medicine; current NHS consultant post experience or equivalent; eligibility to register with private medical insurance companies (e.g., BUPA, AXA-PPP); ability to deliver the service without direct supervision.

About us

The Akessa Healthcare Group is managed and run by clinicians and values a diverse, skilled team. The New Foscote Hospital in Banbury has served the region for over 40 years with a >50 consultant base. The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital in Aylesbury was established in 1832 and now operates under a professional management team with a strong care ethos. Significant ongoing investment includes refurbishment of wards and outpatient areas, radiology, and new operating theatres and endoscopy suites. The group emphasizes clinical excellence and staff welfare.

We have over 50 consultants, all leaders in their fields, working with our nursing and support teams. The clinical outcomes are monitored to ensure high standards, and the organisation provides IT, governance and accounting support. All colleagues are encouraged to have an active voice in managing services.

Additional details

We are an employer committed to Disability Confident and Real Living Wage principles. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.

Person Specification Experience

• Currently employed, or has previously held substantive NHS consultant post.

Qualifications

• CCT in Neurology or Rehabilitation Medicine
• Full GMC Registration
• Inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register in Neurology or Rehabilitation Medicine
• Currently employed, or has previously held substantive NHS consultant post
• Eligible to register with private medical insurance companies (BUPA, AXA-PPP etc)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.