Consultant Rheumatologist

Overview

As a Consultant Rheumatologist you will join an established team to deliver outpatient rheumatology care for the Northampton General Hospital catchment. You will work within a 10PA full-time post, collaborating with specialist nurses and a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality services and support for inpatients when needed. The role offers involvement in biologic/infusional therapies and the potential to participate in clinical trials. This position fits within a group model with regional training and opportunities to shape rheumatology care in the Trust.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient rheumatology care as part of the consultant team
• Support the nurse-led helpline and inpatient advice service during working hours
• Have admitting rights for rheumatology patients when required
• Participate in care pathways with ward-based medical teams
• Involvement in biologic/chemotherapy services and infusions via the medical day unit
• Engage in clinical trials within the dedicated research unit
• Contribute to training through regional meetings and supervision of trainees
• Align with Trust-wide modernisation and collaboration initiatives

Key requirements

• MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification
• GMC specialist register or obtain a relevant CCT/CESR(CP) within 6 months of interview
• Completion of Specialty Training (CST or equivalent) in Rheumatology or Rheumatology and General Medicine
• Full GMC registration

• Effective team working
• Demonstrable team leadership
• High level organisational skills
• Management of biologic and chemotherapeutic services
• Clinical trials involvement
• Inpatient/outpatient care coordination

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