Job summary
We are looking to appoint a medical physician with suitable experience in rheumatology to support the countywide rheumatology service in Gloucestershire. The post holder will work with the Consultant Rheumatologists, Specialty Registrars and Specialist Nurses to support the Rheumatology outpatient service, in view of increasing numbers of referrals and a large follow-up workload including many patients on biologic drugs. Joint injections may be performed in the outpatient clinic or on dedicated injection lists. Some inpatient work including ward referrals will be required. There may be opportunities for teaching medical students, junior doctors and nursing staff.
Main duties of the job
Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:-
- To support the provision of a first class clinical service
- To provide effective middle grade support to the staff working in the Rheumatology Department including consultants and specialist nurses, working in the outpatient clinics, on the wards and supporting the rheumatology adviceline.
- To undertake all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies
- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's and Division's services plans
There is no-on call expected with this post.
About us
The principal places of work for this post are Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (GRH) and Cheltenham General Hospital (CGH). Peripheral clinics in community hospitals may be required. Other work locations, including off site working, may be agreed in the post-holder's Job Plan where appropriate, e.g. for supporting professional activities and some direct clinical care such as audit. The post-holder will generally be expected to undertake their Programmed Activities at the principal places of work or other locations agreed in the Job Plan. You may be required to work at any site within the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:-
- To support the provision of a first class clinical service
- To provide effective middle grade support to the staff working in the Rheumatology Department including consultants and specialist nurses, working in the outpatient clinics, on the wards and supporting the rheumatology adviceline.
- To undertake all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies
- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts and Divisions services plans
There is no-on call expected with this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:-
- To support the provision of a first class clinical service
- To provide effective middle grade support to the staff working in the Rheumatology Department including consultants and specialist nurses, working in the outpatient clinics, on the wards and supporting the rheumatology adviceline.
- To undertake all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies
- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts and Divisions services plans
There is no-on call expected with this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation training competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate medical experience (full time equivalent), including at least 2 years in rheumatology. Equivalent service and competencies acceptable.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate medical experience (full time equivalent), including at least 2 years in rheumatology. Equivalent service and competencies acceptable.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in UK Relevant experience in other specialties complementary to rheumatology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation training competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate medical experience (full time equivalent), including at least 2 years in rheumatology. Equivalent service and competencies acceptable.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate medical experience (full time equivalent), including at least 2 years in rheumatology. Equivalent service and competencies acceptable.
Desirable
- Previous work experience in UK Relevant experience in other specialties complementary to rheumatology
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
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Additional information
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).
