Job summary
The doctor will join a busy department of 7 Rheumatologists and multi-disciplinary team and provide management of a case load of rheumatology patients, including supporting consultant's Out-Patient Clinics, and care of Rheumatology In-Patients.
The main duties and responsibilities of the post are concerned with the management of rheumatology and Metabolic patients both in out-patient clinic and as day case or in-patients. There is also a responsibility to report on DEXA images.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work under the clinical supervision of Dr Askari and Dr Rakieh as clinical leads for each specialty.
Appropriate resource and support will be agreed with the clinical manager as part of the job planning and objective setting process.
A detailed job plan will be agreed with the appointee and consideration will be given to providing experience in areas of the individual's professional interest.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Specialty doctor delivering rheumatology and Metabolic services at Oswestry, in conjunction with Rheumatologists and the multidisciplinary teams across various sites.
- Reporting of DEXA images undertaken at the Oswestry site
- Ensure quality of care, patient safety and clinical effectiveness are built into practice, evaluated, and improved.
- To participate in service improvement initiatives, such as implementation of NICE guidance and quality standards to improve the patient experience.
- To engage with the multidisciplinary team and service managers to improve patient care.
- Liaise constructively with other healthcare and social care providers to ensure effective working and seamless patient care across organisations.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Rheumatology Service sees the full range of acute and chronic rheumatological disorders. The bulk of the workload involves the care of people with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis, lupus and related inflammatory disorders. There are currently some 600 people on TNF-inhibitors in Shropshire and increasing numbers being treated with rituximab, tocilizumab and other biologic agents. We adhere rigorously to the monitoring requirements of the BSR Biologics Register and assessments are carried out by our 7 Nurse Specialists.
The rheumatology service is run from Oswestry with clinics in the district hospital in Shrewsbury and community hospitals in Ludlow and Newtown, Powys, and Euston House Telford.
The department at Oswestry comprises shared out-patient clinics, a DeXA scanner, a day case unit for infusions, four rehabilitation beds on Sheldon ward, a science lab for NTX testing and offices for clinical and administrative staff. The Rheumatologists provide an in-reach service to in-patients at Shrewsbury and Telford hospitals. The post holder will be based at Oswestry but may be required to undertake clinics around the region with consultant supervision.
Please note the job plan remains flexible and remains subject to change. A detailed job plan will be agreed with the appointee in line with the specialty doctor contract terms and conditions.
Full Job description and proposed job plan attached.
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.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Rheumatology Service sees the full range of acute and chronic rheumatological disorders. The bulk of the workload involves the care of people with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis, lupus and related inflammatory disorders. There are currently some 600 people on TNF-inhibitors in Shropshire and increasing numbers being treated with rituximab, tocilizumab and other biologic agents. We adhere rigorously to the monitoring requirements of the BSR Biologics Register and assessments are carried out by our 7 Nurse Specialists.
The rheumatology service is run from Oswestry with clinics in the district hospital in Shrewsbury and community hospitals in Ludlow and Newtown, Powys, and Euston House Telford.
The department at Oswestry comprises shared out-patient clinics, a DeXA scanner, a day case unit for infusions, four rehabilitation beds on Sheldon ward, a science lab for NTX testing and offices for clinical and administrative staff. The Rheumatologists provide an in-reach service to in-patients at Shrewsbury and Telford hospitals. The post holder will be based at Oswestry but may be required to undertake clinics around the region with consultant supervision.
Please note the job plan remains flexible and remains subject to change. A detailed job plan will be agreed with the appointee in line with the specialty doctor contract terms and conditions.
Full Job description and proposed job plan attached.
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.Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visitUK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- MRCP, or equivalent higher qualification.
Experience Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Current ALS (advanced life support).
- Wide experience in aspects of medicine.
- Consolidated experience (demonstrable competence) in managing patients with acute illness.
Desirable
- Definite experience in relevant specialties such as Rheumatology, metabolic bone, cardiology, renal medicine, management of septic patients/infection.
Training
Essential
- Comprehensive general medical training to meet specialty doctor entry requirements.
Desirable
- Formal academic training (e.g., higher research degree)
Academic achievement, research and publications. Teaching experience.
Essential
- Teaching, presentation, and involvement in postgraduate education. Good Clinical Practice training and research experience.
Desirable
- Involvement with assessment & appraisal.
Audit, Clinical Governance, Information Technology, Management
Essential
- Audit used in practice, Interest in clinical governance, routine computer and internet usage. Experience of guideline development / writing
Desirable
- Interest in development of electronic patient record systems.
Attributes
Essential
- Good rapport with patients & communication skills; ability to work under pressure; team working and ability to organise resources effectively - including self.
Personal Qualities & Trust Values
Essential
- To exemplify the Trust Values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- MRCP, or equivalent higher qualification.
Experience Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Current ALS (advanced life support).
- Wide experience in aspects of medicine.
- Consolidated experience (demonstrable competence) in managing patients with acute illness.
Desirable
- Definite experience in relevant specialties such as Rheumatology, metabolic bone, cardiology, renal medicine, management of septic patients/infection.
Training
Essential
- Comprehensive general medical training to meet specialty doctor entry requirements.
Desirable
- Formal academic training (e.g., higher research degree)
Academic achievement, research and publications. Teaching experience.
Essential
- Teaching, presentation, and involvement in postgraduate education. Good Clinical Practice training and research experience.
Desirable
- Involvement with assessment & appraisal.
Audit, Clinical Governance, Information Technology, Management
Essential
- Audit used in practice, Interest in clinical governance, routine computer and internet usage. Experience of guideline development / writing
Desirable
- Interest in development of electronic patient record systems.
Attributes
Essential
- Good rapport with patients & communication skills; ability to work under pressure; team working and ability to organise resources effectively - including self.
Personal Qualities & Trust Values
Essential
- To exemplify the Trust Values
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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust
Gobowen
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
