Job summary
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital are delighted to announce that we are looking to appoint two Rheumatology Consultants, one full time and the other part time (7.5 PAs) with the opportunity to discuss other potential PAs if required
By joining our Rheumatology team, you will be part of an established department. Within the department we have specialist interests including AxSpA and vasculitis (NHSEspecialist centre status). A specialist interest is required and an interest in connective tissue disease, vasculitis, and/or adolescent transition services are encouraged to complement the existing strengths in the department.
There are a number of ongoingclinical trials especially within the field of spondyloarthritis and other research strengths include musculoskeletal epidemiology with strong links with the UEA (NOAR) and Manchester (ARUK Centre of Excellence). The department actively contributes to the education of undergraduate students at the Norwich Medical School and we encourage opportunities to contribute to lectures, and clinical teaching.
Main duties of the job
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is an NHSE recognised specialist centre for vasculitis and connected tissue disorders. Vascular ultrasound in the detection of giant cell arteritis (GCA) is offered within the department.
The department is further supported by our Rheumatology Day Unit where we have full facilities and ample space for infusions. We have strong nursing teams to support DMARD and biologic patients and awell established nursing team to support escalation of therapy in early inflammatory arthritis.
The team consists of 9 existing consultants, 3 SpRs, 2 Internal Medicine trainees and 2 GP trainees who help deliver care to Rheumatology in patients and patients
About us
The Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) is one of the busiest teaching trusts in England. We serve over 900,000 people across Norfolk, North Suffolk and surrounding areas for specialist services. In 2016/17 our 7,500 members of staff delivered 816,000 outpatient appointments, 90,000 day cases and 90,000 inpatient admissions from our two hospitals.
- The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is located on the Norwich Research Park and serves the population of Norfolk and Norfolk Suffolk and further afield for specialist services. It opened in 2001 and is a 1,200 bed teaching hospital with state-of-the-art facilities. We provide a wide range of secondary and tertiary services, including Accident and Emergency.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached detailed Job Description and full advert for these Consultant posts to read main responsibilities and more details about our hospital in Norfolk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached detailed Job Description and full advert for these Consultant posts to read main responsibilities and more details about our hospital in Norfolk
Person Specification
Communications
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, clinical colleagues and support staff
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via; CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) oCESR
Desirable
- An appropriate higher qualification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Good communicator. Capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Enthusiasm for service development and teaching. Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Desirable
- Previous responsibility for service improvement. Management skills
Experience
Essential
- A specialist interest is required and an interest in connective tissue disease, vasculitis, and/or adolescent transition services are encouraged to complement the existing strengths in the department
Person Specification
Communications
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, clinical colleagues and support staff
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via; CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) oCESR
Desirable
- An appropriate higher qualification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Good communicator. Capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Enthusiasm for service development and teaching. Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
Desirable
- Previous responsibility for service improvement. Management skills
Experience
Essential
- A specialist interest is required and an interest in connective tissue disease, vasculitis, and/or adolescent transition services are encouraged to complement the existing strengths in the department
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).
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).
