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An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Consultant Rheumatologists to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive rheumatology care to a large population with a high prevalence of musculoskeletal disease.

The department is progressing a modern hub-and-spoke service model, with strong support for service development — particularly the implementation of a NICE-compliant Early Arthritis Service. Consultants will benefit from a collaborative MDT environment, including specialist nurses, pharmacists, and extended-scope physiotherapists, as well as opportunities to develop subspecialty interests.
 

Main Duties of the Job

• Provide a comprehensive outpatient Rheumatology service, including specialist clinics and non-invasive investigations
• Deliver inpatient and day-case Rheumatology care with rotational contribution across sites
• Manage internal Rheumatology referrals from AMU and other hospital departments
• Lead and develop an Early Arthritis Service aligned with NICE guidance
• Support management of Rheumatology inpatients during working hours (no acute medical on-call commitment)
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and supervision of trainees
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Engage in research and service development activities within Rheumatology
• Work collaboratively with primary care and community services to promote early intervention and care closer to home

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Desirable

• MRCP Part 1

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year NHS experience
• Previous experience in General Medicine

Desirable

• Experience in DEXA scanning and Rheumatology-related procedures

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of training in clinical management
• Understanding of clinical audit and commitment to ongoing audit participation
• Advanced Life Support (ALS)
• Interest in research and service development