Job summary
The post is based in the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Rheumatology department at Hammersmith Hospital (HH). In our departments, a multidisciplinary approach to the management of rheumatic diseases is regarded as a prerequisite for delivering high quality patient care and we work closely and collaboratively with other specialties such as Renal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology and Radiology. The ICHNT Rheumatology department serves the northwest London area and is recognised as national and international leading centres in the treatment of rheumatic conditions. Furthermore, we work closely with local community musculoskeletal services providers. This is a locum, vacancy cover until October 2026. The post is suitable for doctors with general medicine knowledge at the level expected for a senor house officer and ideally, but not essential, some previous Rheumatology experience. It is an exciting opportunity to join a Rheumatology department recognised for its exceptional care and multidisciplinary approach.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will deliver a broad range of Rheumatology services including outpatient general rheumatology clinics, specialist clinics such as LVV and scleroderma, inpatient Rheumatology reviews and ward referrals, and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings. They will be supernumerary to outpatient clinics and working under direct supervision of a consultant or Rheumatology specialty training. They will also participate to GIM rota, 1:6 with 7 xlong days (9am to 10pm) over 6 weeks, which attracts a 1B (40%) supplement The department provides training for specialist trainees and has a history of collaborating in translational and bench research through close working relationships with Imperial College. The successful candidate will work with medical, nursing, and managerial colleagues to ensure clinical efficiency, quality of outcomes, financial management and operational efficiency. They will be supported to maintain up-to-date portfolio for training and revalidation.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is full time equivalent post based at Hammersmith Hospital. The role entails:
4 Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week (supernumerary to consultant or specialty registrar lists)
Inpatient referrals review
Weekly DCC meetings
- Support the nurse team in dealing with clinical queries
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is full time equivalent post based at Hammersmith Hospital. The role entails:
4 Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week (supernumerary to consultant or specialty registrar lists)
Inpatient referrals review
Weekly DCC meetings
- Support the nurse team in dealing with clinical queries
Person Specification
TEACHING/ TRAINING
Desirable
- Experience of teaching undergraduates
Physical requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance for the role specified
Probity
Essential
- Honesty, integrity, appreciation of ethical dilemmas.
- Must be able to demonstrate and model the key Trust values of kind, expert, collaborative and aspirational
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS
Essential
- General medicine knowledge appropriate for a SHO; ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement. Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Successful completion of Basic Life Support course (or equivalent)
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Rheumatology previous experience
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/Higher qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Leadership/ management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
Desirable
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating and developing
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Evidence of research/publications and/or special interest in vasculitis or connective tissue diseases
Person Specification
TEACHING/ TRAINING
Desirable
- Experience of teaching undergraduates
Physical requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance for the role specified
Probity
Essential
- Honesty, integrity, appreciation of ethical dilemmas.
- Must be able to demonstrate and model the key Trust values of kind, expert, collaborative and aspirational
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS
Essential
- General medicine knowledge appropriate for a SHO; ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement. Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Successful completion of Basic Life Support course (or equivalent)
- IT Skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Rheumatology previous experience
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/Higher qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice
Desirable
Leadership/ management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
Desirable
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating and developing
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Evidence of research/publications and/or special interest in vasculitis or connective tissue diseases
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
