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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and forward-thinking Consultant in Rheumatology to join a friendly and well-established team in the South East region. This appointment follows the retirement of a long-standing Consultant and offers an excellent opportunity for a new colleague further to develop a comprehensive Rheumatology service for the local population. The service provides a full range of Rheumatology and DEXA pathways, and the successful candidate will be encouraged and supported to develop subspecialty interests, contribute to postgraduate and undergraduate teaching, and participate in service development. Opportunities also exist to pursue external clinical links or research activity as appropriate.
Job Responsibility:
Provide outpatient and inpatient Rheumatology services for the local population
Deliver high-standard clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of Rheumatological conditions
Support and grow existing DEXA and osteoporosis services
Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and administrative colleagues to ensure smooth patient pathways
Participate in the education of trainees within the regional training programme
Support undergraduate medical students undertaking clinical placements
Contribute to departmental teaching and CPD activities
Engage in service planning and clinical governance activities
Contribute to audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives
Support the expansion of Rheumatology services and development of specialist interests aligned with local needs
Requirements:
MBBS or equivalent
MRCP or equivalent
Complete GMC registration with a licence to practise
CCT in Rheumatology (or within 6 months of interview), or CESR
Minimum 1 year of NHS experience
Completion of recognised Rheumatology training
High level of clinical expertise in Rheumatology
Up-to-date knowledge of current trends and developments in the speciality
Competent IT skills
Evidence of participation in audit and quality improvement relevant to Rheumatology
Experience in postgraduate clinical teaching
Understanding of current NHS structures and service priorities