Consultant in Rheumatology

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Rheumatology team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHSFT). You will be required to have appropriate experience in rheumatology and hold or be within 6 months of obtaining certification from the General Medical Council.

The Rheumatology Department at UHSFT is a progressive, award winning department with strong links to research through links with the University of Southampton and MRC Lifecourse Epidemiology Centre. We are a EULAR Centre of Excellence, Lupus UK Centre of Excellence and Paget's Association Centre of Excellence. We operate from Southampton General Hospital, but also provide several community clinics across the wider Southampton area on a weekly basis.

Main duties of the job

YOUR MAIN DUTIES

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Date posted

29 February 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£93,666 to £126,281 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

188-MT1128

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

WHAT YOULL DO:

The post is a full-time 10 PA post, but applications from those wishing to work part-time will be considered.

Provide specialist out-patient and in patient opinion and case management Contribute to the ongoing development of rheumatology services for the local population in Southampton Participate in training and educational activities, administrative, teaching, continuing medical education and audit activities whilst maintaining clinical excellence within the service.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

This is a great opportunity to be part of the Rheumatology Department who are seeking a replacement Consultant Rheumatologist to join a team of 14 consultants, 2 Specialist Registrars, 1 Clinical Fellow, 2 CMTs, in addition to specialist nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, pharmacy, psychology and administrative staff, supported by input from all associated specialties. This is a replacement post, and we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and forward-looking rheumatologist. There is no GIM commitment for this post, however if the successful candidate was particularly interested in a combined GIM role, it is possible that this could be developed whilst in-post. The job is available as soon as a successful candidate is appointed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held TBC

Job Reference: - MT1128 This vacancy closes on or before: 28th March 2024

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

WHAT YOULL DO:

The post is a full-time 10 PA post, but applications from those wishing to work part-time will be considered.

Provide specialist out-patient and in patient opinion and case management Contribute to the ongoing development of rheumatology services for the local population in Southampton Participate in training and educational activities, administrative, teaching, continuing medical education and audit activities whilst maintaining clinical excellence within the service.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

This is a great opportunity to be part of the Rheumatology Department who are seeking a replacement Consultant Rheumatologist to join a team of 14 consultants, 2 Specialist Registrars, 1 Clinical Fellow, 2 CMTs, in addition to specialist nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, pharmacy, psychology and administrative staff, supported by input from all associated specialties. This is a replacement post, and we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and forward-looking rheumatologist. There is no GIM commitment for this post, however if the successful candidate was particularly interested in a combined GIM role, it is possible that this could be developed whilst in-post. The job is available as soon as a successful candidate is appointed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held TBC

Job Reference: - MT1128 This vacancy closes on or before: 28th March 2024

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or within 6 months of CCT

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualifications

Previous or relevant experience

Essential

  • Training and wide experience in rheumatology, sufficient to practise as an independent consultant

Desirable

  • Experience in managing patients with inflammatory arthritis, vasculitis and connective tissue diseases. Experience in musculoskeletal ultrasound

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

  • Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
  • Ability to take responsibility and provide leadership where appropriate
  • Ability to work in a team environment and to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multidisciplinary basis with all levels of staff

Desirable

  • Formal management and leadership training
  • Experience of service development

Living the Trust values

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or within 6 months of CCT

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualifications

Previous or relevant experience

Essential

  • Training and wide experience in rheumatology, sufficient to practise as an independent consultant

Desirable

  • Experience in managing patients with inflammatory arthritis, vasculitis and connective tissue diseases. Experience in musculoskeletal ultrasound

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

  • Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
  • Ability to take responsibility and provide leadership where appropriate
  • Ability to work in a team environment and to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multidisciplinary basis with all levels of staff

Desirable

  • Formal management and leadership training
  • Experience of service development

Living the Trust values

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Rheumatologist

Dr Chris Holroyd

christopher.holroyd@uhs.nhs.uk

02381206360

Date posted

29 February 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£93,666 to £126,281 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

188-MT1128

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD


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