Consultant in Rheumatology
1 week ago
Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a full-time Consultant in Rheumatology and General Medicine. The appointee will work with consultant colleagues to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services for residents across East Sussex with a catchment area of approximately 544,000. This post is cross-site, based at EDGH with outreach clinics across community sites.
We are looking for a Consultant to join the Department of Rheumatology in East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. The appointee will be an individual with enthusiasm, strong self-motivation, and the skills necessary to contribute to the development of our patient-centered Rheumatology service.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will form part of a multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the speciality. The appointee will take an active role in the Rheumatology service, with full participation in cross-county clinical activities in our community clinics.
The post will be based at the EDGH Hospital forming part of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with colleagues cross site. This includes regular audit, governance and outcome meetings with colleagues based at the Eastbourne District General Hospital.
Conquest Hospital outpatient clinics and ward Rheumatology refferals also included in the job plan.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Pending RCP approval.
The applicant should be a holder of Certificate of Completion of Training or be within six months of the award of CCT by the date of the interview or the equivalent (CESR) which is at the time of applying, on the GMC Specialist Register.
AAC date to be confirmed - early 2025.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
MRCP or equivalent Full Registration with the GMC and a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Higher degree
EXPERIENCE & ATTAINMENTS
Essential
Expertise in Rheumatology and General Medicine.
Desirable
Published Research Experience of supervising junior staff Experience of teaching clinical skills
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
Good command of English language (oral and written). Good interpersonal skills and team building. Leadership and organisational skills. Ability to organise and manage priorities.
Desirable
Management ability and understanding (or willingness to learn). Training skills Car driver. Willingness to develop musculoskeletal ultrasound skills. Special interest in spondyloarthropathy.
KNOWLEDGE/ UNDERSTANDING
Essential
Appropriate to the holding of a Consultant Physician. Demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the principles of Clinical Governance. Awareness of new developments in the specialty with ability to critically assess the impact of these on the service. Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
Desirable
Evidence of involvement in clinical research.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
Commitment to and evidence of CPD to meet service needs. Enquiring, critical approach to work Caring attitude to patients Ability to communicate effectively Enthusiasm and willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local level. Eligibility to work in the UK. Competencies of an educational supervisor as defined by the Deanery. Able to show the evidence to this effect-
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