Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Rheumatology at The Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, Royal United Hospitals Foundation Trust in Bath. The position is for a full-time ( WTE) one year fixed term post to commence 7th August 2024 which will provide opportunities for training in clinical rheumatology, clinical trials and research. We welcome applications from interested, highly motivated individuals to join our specialist team.

The RNHRD offers excellent clinical and research opportunities supported by a large, friendly and highly-motivated inter-disciplinary team. We would encourage all interested candidates to discuss the opportunities available.

Main duties of the job

The post will provide opportunities for training in all aspects of general and specialist clinical rheumatology. We welcome applications from interested, highly motivated individuals to join our specialist team. The RNHRD offers excellent clinical and research opportunities supported by a large, friendly, highly-motivated interdisciplinary team. We would encourage all interested candidates to discuss the options available.

Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and have a licence to practice

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification and Training

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Must have or be able to register and hold license to practice with the General Medicine Council (GMC)A, I If, where the applicant is applying from, PLAB is necessary, applicants must have parts 1 and 2 or be exempt

Desirable

MRCP or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Previous experience in General Medicine Previous teaching experience Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance

Desirable

Previous experience in Rheumatology Experience in joint injection

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