Job summary We are looking for a Consultant to join the Department of Rheumatology at the James Paget University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to cover a period of maternity leave.
The appointee will be an individual with enthusiasm, strong self-motivation and the skills necessary to contribute to the development of our patient-centered rheumatology service.
The post-holder will form part of a multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the speciality.
The post holder will be responsible for the maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients under their team.
The appointee will be sharing with medical, nursing and administrative colleagues, responsibility for the day-to-day management of Rheumatic diseases.
The appointee will share with colleagues the responsibility for the management of the Rheumatology Department.
Main duties of the job The appointee will be expected to provide a clinical and administrative service in Rheumatology, including outpatient clinics, support of specialist nurses and day treatment, and seeing inpatient referrals.
The appointee will work closely withother clinical and non-clinical Rheumatology staff to provide a high standard of care to the Rheumatology patients and to give consultant opinion, guidance and advice on any patient referred to the department.
The appointee will share the responsibility for the maintenance of evidence-based guidance to support care of the patients.
In addition to the general medical commitments the appointee will undertake 3 rheumatology clinics a week and attend ward referrals and provide cover to infusion unit and support the specialist rheumatology nurses.
About us We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us.
Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description Job responsibilities Provide consultant medical services to patients admitted to the emergency assessment and discharge unit (EADU) and supervise junior doctors involved in the care.
Provide Rheumatology services for the trust which includes running outpatient clinics, supporting specialist nurses, supporting day unit and seeing inpatient referrals.
for these patients.
Collaborate with the other Consultants a system of mutual out-of-hours cover for Acute and General Internal Medicine and cover for annual, study and professional leave.
Liaise with medical staff in other specialities and participate in the regular clinical meetings and other post-graduate activities of the hospital.
Maintain and develop team working practices involving other medical staff, nursing staff and allied health professionals.
Please see attached job description for full list of duties.
Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential MBBS or Basic Medical Degree MRCP or equivalent Hold a certificate or being within 6 months of completion of training or being on or eligible for the UK Specialist Register at the date of interview.
Full GMC registration Desirable MD/PhD Experience & Knowledge Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Rheumatology Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within General Medicine.
Academic Achievements Essential Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice Experience of conducting clinical audit Key Skills Essential Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively Able to form part of a team and recognise the importance of team working Ability to work under pressure