Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine
The closing date is 30 November 2026
Job summary
We have an opportunity for a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine to join an established team providing specialised rehabilitation within the Royal Stoke University Hospital (RSUH) and Haywood Hospitals, mainly based at the Haywood Hospital.
This is a unique opportunity to be an integral member of the existing Rehabilitation Medicine team working across hyper-acute rehabilitation unit at the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) and outpatient clinics within the hostorganisationMidlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT)
You will deliver inpatient specialised rehabilitation service on the, UKROC-accredited level 1a inpatient ward (ARTU, Acute Trauma and Rehabilitation Unit) plus outpatient clinics in spasticity management, supported by Nurse Consultants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, resident doctors, specialist nurses and a full multidisciplinary team.
The Rehabilitation Medicine department provides a full programme of educational team meetings, comprehensive on-site training and teaching. Close links with Keele University offers opportunities for education and research, also receiving appropriate professional and peer support.
This is a substantive 10 PA post. Applicants must hold full GMC registration and ideally on or within 6 months of entry onto the Specialist Register at the time of interview.
Main duties of the job
AsConsultant in Rehabilitation Medicine you willwork with colleagues in providing a comprehensive specialised Rehabilitation Medicine service across the two hospital sites.
As part of this role, you will:
- Provide leadership and consultant cover to the inpatient specialist rehabilitation unit (ARTU) with shared responsibility for patients as named consultant
- Be competent in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- In conjunction with colleagues, provide comprehensive, specialist rehabilitation assessments of referred patients
- Support spasticity outpatient clinics including administration of botulinum toxin injections
- Take part in medical audit and research as appropriate
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In conjunction with colleagues, ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met
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Provide cover for consultant colleagues in respect of periods of leave and abide by the leave policy
- Ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to contact the consultant when necessary
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health and support for people in prison with mental health, drug or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
301-MS-26-8395489
Job locations
Haywood Hospital
High Lane
Burslem
ST6 7AG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further detailed information on role content, main responsibilities and requirements to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further detailed information on role content, main responsibilities and requirements to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP / MRCS or equivalent
- Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register
Desirable
- Postgraduate higher diploma, degree or qualification
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine
- Competence in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
Desirable
- Additional experience in trauma rehabilitation
- Additional experience in PDoC management
Teaching, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff, students and other disciplines
- Presentation at Regional or National meetings
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Publications in relevant peer reviewed journals in the last five years
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Excellence in multi-disciplinary team working
- Ability to be able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, colleagues, nurses and other staff and agencies
- Willingness and ability to work within the Trusts and NHS performance framework and targets
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
- Energy, enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to travel between sites within geographical area covered by services
- Ability to plan strategically
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP / MRCS or equivalent
- Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register
Desirable
- Postgraduate higher diploma, degree or qualification
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining (UK) CCST in Rehabilitation Medicine
- Competence in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients
Desirable
- Additional experience in trauma rehabilitation
- Additional experience in PDoC management
Teaching, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff, students and other disciplines
- Presentation at Regional or National meetings
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Publications in relevant peer reviewed journals in the last five years
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Excellence in multi-disciplinary team working
- Ability to be able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, colleagues, nurses and other staff and agencies
- Willingness and ability to work within the Trusts and NHS performance framework and targets
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
- Energy, enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to travel between sites within geographical area covered by services
- Ability to plan strategically
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Haywood Hospital
High Lane
Burslem
ST6 7AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Haywood Hospital
High Lane
Burslem
ST6 7AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Operational Lead - Specialised Rehabilitation
Mrs Nicky Woolliscroft
01782673693
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
301-MS-26-8395489
Job locations
Haywood Hospital
High Lane
Burslem
ST6 7AG
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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