Specialist Doctor in Neurosurgery (Cranial and Spine)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a department committed to excellence in patient care, education, research and service development, while contributing to advancements that shape the future of neurosurgery both nationally and internationally. This post will work alongside the large multidisciplinary team in the Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery at Queen Square to provide comprehensive assessment and management for patients with complex neurosurgical conditions.

The Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery at Queen Square is supported by a large and experienced multidisciplinary team delivering specialist neurosurgical care across a broad range of subspecialties. The consultant body comprises over 30 Consultant Neurosurgeons with expertise spanning cranial, spinal, functional, vascular, pituitary, neuro-oncology and skull base surgery, supported by Specialist Registrars, Clinical Fellows and Resident Doctors.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop the role in line with their specialist interests, expertise and the evolving needs of the service., The postholder will play a key role in the delivery of neurosurgical 'hot clinics', providing rapid assessment and management for patients with acute cranial and spinal conditions requiring expedited specialist input. Working closely with colleagues across the neurosurgical team, they will ensure timely investigation, treatment and referral to the appropriate subspecialty services where required. The role will also include opportunities to undertake operative activity through dedicated theatre lists, where appropriate to the appointee's skills and interests.

In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of GP Advice and Guidance (A&G) services, supporting timely access to specialist neurosurgical expertise, reducing unnecessary hospital referrals and improving patient care in the community.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

£104,401 to £115,341 a year Per annum plus London Weighting