Job summary
Interview Date to be Determined
We are seeking a dynamic individual to join a rapidly expanding group of clinicians and clinical academics in Rheumatology at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) Applications are open to candidates with an interest in in systemic autoimmune connective tissue diseases and early arthritis and with appropriate experience ST5 level . The principal focus of the department is upon excellent clinical service and research.
The purpose of this post is to provide clinical support to the service, including hot clinics and middle grade on call cover for the Giant Cell arteritis service and referrals during regular working hours ; participate in education/training, specialist clinics including joint injection clinics and CTD clinics. The successful candidate will do regular weekly clinics based at one or more sites: UHCW, St Cross Hosptital and City of Coventry Health Centre. You will develop a research interest which aligns with the into the overall strategy for the department, to improve innovation in the application of AI in healthcare, specifically Rheumatology. The post is based at UHCW NHS Trust - but does involve clinics at other sites
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
Main duties of the job
As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this post.
Clinical commitments
The clinical fellow will provide clinical support to the Department under the aegis of the Clinical
Service Lead/Head of Service, Dr K Chaudhuri
1) To contribute and manage the day-to-day clinical activity - this involves clinics; result acknowledgement; responding to patient / GP queries, hot clinics, injection clinics, assistance to the Day Case Unit and specialist nurses and any other activity considered appropriate for the role
2) To participate in the regular departmental MDT, QUIPs activities; audit and service development projects
3) To provide once a week "on call" from 0900-1700 - as part of the rota for our resident doctors
4) To develop a subspeciality interest in Connective tissue diseases and vasculitis
This is a 0.8 WTE clinical post which should help with working meeting the competency for the rheumatology component of the CCT
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Documentation which details full details of the job description and person specification.
As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others. Full attendance and completion of identified courses is considered essential and a prerequisite for this post.
Clinical commitments
The clinical fellow will provide clinical support to the Department under the aegis of the Clinical
Service Lead/Head of Service, Dr K Chaudhuri
1) To contribute and manage the day-to-day clinical activity this involves clinics; result acknowledgement; responding to patient / GP queries, hot clinics, injection clinics, assistance to the Day Case Unit and specialist nurses and any other activity considered appropriate for the role
2) To participate in the regular departmental MDT, QUIPs activities; audit and service development projects
3) To provide once a week on call from 0900-1700 as part of the rota for our resident doctors
4) To develop a subspeciality interest in Connective tissue diseases and vasculitis
This is a 0.8 WTE clinical post which should help with working meeting the competency for the rheumatology component of the CCT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Documentation which details full details of the job description and person specification.
As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others. Full attendance and completion of identified courses is considered essential and a prerequisite for this post.
Clinical commitments
The clinical fellow will provide clinical support to the Department under the aegis of the Clinical
Service Lead/Head of Service, Dr K Chaudhuri
1) To contribute and manage the day-to-day clinical activity this involves clinics; result acknowledgement; responding to patient / GP queries, hot clinics, injection clinics, assistance to the Day Case Unit and specialist nurses and any other activity considered appropriate for the role
2) To participate in the regular departmental MDT, QUIPs activities; audit and service development projects
3) To provide once a week on call from 0900-1700 as part of the rota for our resident doctors
4) To develop a subspeciality interest in Connective tissue diseases and vasculitis
This is a 0.8 WTE clinical post which should help with working meeting the competency for the rheumatology component of the CCT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Personal qualities
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Personal qualities
Essential
Desirable
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Desirable
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.
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
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.
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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV22DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
