Consultant Stroke Physician(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
February 12, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

Make a Real Impact on Stroke Care in Somerset

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Consultant Stroke Physician to join our high-performing stroke team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of stroke services in the county, including the opening of a new 12-bed Hyperacute Stroke Unit (HASU) at Musgrove Park Hospital in April 2026.

You will join a dedicated team of 8 consultant stroke physicians and 4 specialist doctors, working collaboratively to provide safe, patient-centred care across acute, hyperacute, and rehabilitation stroke pathways.

If you are passionate about stroke care, enjoy working in a supportive team environment, and are eager to contribute to innovation and service development, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As a Consultant Stroke Physician, your role will include:

  • Leading daily ward rounds in the hyperacute stroke unit.
  • Providing 24/7 thrombolysis coverage and collaborating with the AGWS telemedicine network.
  • Running rapid access TIA clinics, seven days a week at Musgrove Park Hospital.
  • Managing patients across acute stroke units at Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital.
  • Contributing to stroke rehabilitation and early supported discharge services.
  • Supporting and leading stroke research, with opportunities to participate in a wide range of trials.
  • Supervising and teaching junior doctors and medical students.
  • Participating in the 1 in 8 weekend HASU on-call rota.
  • You will primarily be based at Musgrove Park Hospital, with occasional travel to Yeovil.

Why Work With Us?

  • Join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, the first integrated provider of acute, community, mental health, and primary care services in England.
    Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment for professional growth.
  • Access opportunities for research, leadership, and service development.
  • Receive a relocation package of up to £7,700 for eligible substantive appointments.
  • Contribute to a research-active department supporting national stroke studies.
  • Work with state-of-the-art imaging and acute facilities, including CT, MRI, and intensive care units.
  • Live in beautiful Somerset, close to thriving towns, excellent schools, and fast transport links to Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and London.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Experience

  • MRCP or equivalent medical qualification.
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise in the UK.
    GMC Registration
  • Entry on the Specialist Register (or within 6 months of CCT).
  • Strong experience in acute stroke, thrombolysis, TIA management, and stroke rehabilitation.
  • Excellent communication and teamworking skills.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Higher research degree (e.g., PhD, MD).
  • Experience in teaching, leadership, audit, or management.
  • Involvement in stroke research or quality improvement initiatives.

Professional Checks and Immigration

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

This post requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
DBS Checks

Visa Sponsorship

Applications from overseas candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be considered. Guidance is available here:
UK Visas & Immigration – Skilled Worker

Skilled worker applicants must provide criminal record certificates from countries in which they have resided for 12+ months over the past 10 years.
Criminal Records Checks for Overseas Applicants

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
NHS Careers – Professional Registration

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