Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a Locum Consultant Rheumatologist to join our friendly team and work with us at University Hospital Sussex (serving The Royal Sussex County Hospital) has arisen. This is a new post created to deliver, according to our rheumatology mission statement, excellence in care quality and innovation.
This 10 PA post, between Mon to Fri has some allowance for working from home. There is no out of hours commitment.
The postholder will be expected to do 4 rheumatology clinics per week whilst supporting, contributing to training and leading clinical decisions with our MDT.
There is an opportunity to develop a subspeciality interest of the candidate's choice but applicants with good experience in managing CTDs and vasculitis would be suited.
There are weekly radiology MDTS and consultant complex case reviews and monthly academic and ILD meetings. There are also ample opportunities for research and teaching and for formal affiliation with Brighton and Sussex Medical School.
Main duties of the job
This is a 10PA (8DCC, 2SPA) new consultant post to facilitate service demands and has been created to support consultant rheumatology services across the department, including inflammatory arthritis, CTD/vasculitis, osteoporosis and designed to allow the successful candidate scope to develop a specialist interest in rheumatology.
Clinical supervision of a rheumatology SpR and advanced practitioners and teaching of medical students is also expected.
Clinical research is provided at the Clinical Investigation and Research Unit (CIRU) on the RSCH site. There are several on-going clinical trials to which the successful candidate will be encouraged to be involved with. Dedicated time for these activities is given in the job plan.
General outpatient templates are standardised to a maximum of 3 new patients and 6 follow up patients OR 10 follow up patients with 30 minutes allocated for a new patient and 20 minutes for follow up patients.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There are currently no designated inpatient beds for Rheumatology. Patients admitted remain under the acute admitting physician but with daily input from the Rheumatology SpR and consultant of the day. A 1:6 consultant rota for daytime Rheumatology on call/ward referrals is currently in place for which 1PA/week is allocated.
Triaging of referrals, responding to advice and guidance queries, homecare drug prescribing and communication with patients, GPs and other hospital specialists is distributed amongst consultant colleagues and included in job planning.
Attendance at departmental and governance meetings and engagement with departmental audit and service improvement plans are expected within the SPA allocation of the post.
The post holder will be required to undertake the administrative responsibilities associated with the care of his/her patients and to contribute to the smooth running of the department in a timely and professional manner. They will be expected to take part in any rota associated with in hours management of inpatients and ward referrals and assist with urgent GP / patient queries and support the Allied Health Care professionals and junior medical staff.
The post holder will have a commitment to teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and allied health care professionals.We have a strong link with the medical school and there will be a teaching commitment to the 4th year medical student musculoskeletal module and other opportunities to help with Student Selected Components, and 4th year Individual Research Projects.The successful candidate may want to participate in further Medical School teaching programmes after discussion with the department and as part of the job planning exercise with opportunity to apply for an Honorary Senior Lecturer role.
The clinical investigation research unit (CIRU) has state of the art equipment and staff who can co-ordinate and conduct clinical trials. The post holder will be expected to clinically assess patients who have been entered into clinical trials.
The post holder will be expected to engage with the managerial responsibilities of the department. An active role in departmental clinical governance and attendance at governance meetings will be expected.
Please see job description & Person specs for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There are currently no designated inpatient beds for Rheumatology. Patients admitted remain under the acute admitting physician but with daily input from the Rheumatology SpR and consultant of the day. A 1:6 consultant rota for daytime Rheumatology on call/ward referrals is currently in place for which 1PA/week is allocated.
Triaging of referrals, responding to advice and guidance queries, homecare drug prescribing and communication with patients, GPs and other hospital specialists is distributed amongst consultant colleagues and included in job planning.
Attendance at departmental and governance meetings and engagement with departmental audit and service improvement plans are expected within the SPA allocation of the post.
The post holder will be required to undertake the administrative responsibilities associated with the care of his/her patients and to contribute to the smooth running of the department in a timely and professional manner. They will be expected to take part in any rota associated with in hours management of inpatients and ward referrals and assist with urgent GP / patient queries and support the Allied Health Care professionals and junior medical staff.
The post holder will have a commitment to teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and allied health care professionals.We have a strong link with the medical school and there will be a teaching commitment to the 4th year medical student musculoskeletal module and other opportunities to help with Student Selected Components, and 4th year Individual Research Projects.The successful candidate may want to participate in further Medical School teaching programmes after discussion with the department and as part of the job planning exercise with opportunity to apply for an Honorary Senior Lecturer role.
The clinical investigation research unit (CIRU) has state of the art equipment and staff who can co-ordinate and conduct clinical trials. The post holder will be expected to clinically assess patients who have been entered into clinical trials.
The post holder will be expected to engage with the managerial responsibilities of the department. An active role in departmental clinical governance and attendance at governance meetings will be expected.
Please see job description & Person specs for full details.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Specialty or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- oMSc Rheumatology
- oPhD Rheumatology
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of advanced skills in management of general rheumatology and rare autoimmune rheumatic conditions.
- oEvidence of competency injecting joints
- oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oResearch experience
- oPublications
- oPrizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Specialty or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- oMSc Rheumatology
- oPhD Rheumatology
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of advanced skills in management of general rheumatology and rare autoimmune rheumatic conditions.
- oEvidence of competency injecting joints
- oUnderstanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- oRecognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- oResearch experience
- oPublications
- oPrizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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 Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County and Princess Royal Hospitals and must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust
Eastern Rd
Brighton and Hove
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
