Locum Consultant Stroke Medicine - Forth Valley Royal Hospital

Direct Medics Limited; Stirling; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a Consultant in Stroke Medicine for an initial 12-week contract at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Scotland. The role entails being part of the Stroke Team, responding to acute stroke presentations, and supporting patient care on the stroke ward. Essential requirements include a valid GMC Registration and a minimum of six months of medical experience. The position offers competitive pay rates and a full support package with various benefits.

Benefits

Free Annual Appraisal

Free Multi-Source Feedback

Free Enhanced Criminal Records Check

Priority Locum Bookings

Negotiable Payrates

24/7 On Call Assistance

Qualifications

• Valid GMC Registration with full Licence to Practice is necessary.
• At least 6 months of experience in a medical role is required.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Stroke Team and respond to acute presentations of stroke.
• Support referral for Thrombectomy and initiation of thrombolysis.
• Administer care to patients on the stroke ward.

Skills

Valid GMC Registration with full Licence to Practice

Minimum 6 months of medical experience

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Location - Forth Valley Royal Hospital

Grade & Speciality - Consultant Stroke Medicine

Dates - 18 December 2025 for 12 weeks initially

Rota - Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Details - The Consultant will be part of the Stroke Team, responding to acute presentation of Stroke & supporting referral for Thrombectomy or initiation of thrombolysis as part of MDT. Supporting patients on the stroke ward, including any patient related admin, timetable to be agreed with the Stroke Team.

About Direct Medics

This year, we’re proud to celebrate our 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across both the public and private sectors in the UK and Ireland. Our long‑standing reputation speaks to the trust and reliability we’ve built within the healthcare sector.

What We Offer:

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultants: We provide one‑to‑one support from our recruitment specialists with in‑depth local market knowledge.
• Comprehensive Compliance Assistance: Full guidance on documentation and ongoing regulatory requirements.
• FREE Accredited Training: Remain compliant and current with training delivered by our in‑house experts.

Essential Requirements

• Valid GMC Registration with full Licence to Practice
• Right to Work in the UK
• Minimum 6 months of medical experience in this role or a similar role within the UK

Benefits

We offer our medical candidates a complete end‑to‑end support package worth up to £2,000 annually. The following services are included and provided at no cost to our candidates:

• Free Annual Appraisal (worth £600 per year)
• Free Multi‑Source Feedback (worth £200 per exercise)
• Free Revalidation Recommendations (worth £200 per recommendation)
• Free Governance Support: in the event of Fitness to Practice concerns (unlimited with no charge regardless of resources required)
• Free Enhanced Criminal Records Check
• Free Serology Reporting
• Free Occupational Health Assessment
• Unlimited Colleague Referral Bonus Scheme*
• Priority Locum Bookings
• Weekly Payroll & Choice of Payment Options
• Negotiable Payrates
• 24/7 On Call Assistance
• *T&Cs Apply

To Apply

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To discuss this role in further detail, contact our medical recruitment consultant directly on 02890 590077 or email at [e-mail] for further information.