Job summary
The post is based in the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Rheumatology department. The Rheumatology department covers all 3 sites including Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield hospital, as well as multiple community clinics. Our department has a multidisciplinary approach to the management of rheumatic diseases and is renowned for delivering high quality patient care. We work closely and collaboratively with other specialties such as Renal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology and Radiology. This is a locum (parental leave cover) full-time post for 12 months. The post is suitable for newly qualified consultants or more experienced ones, and it is an exciting opportunity to join a Rheumatology department recognised for its exceptional care and multidisciplinary approach.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will deliver a broad range of Rheumatology services including outpatient general rheumatology clinics, outpatient specialist clinics, inpatient Rheumatology reviews on a ward round rota and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings. The department provides training for specialist trainees and has a history of collaborating in translational and bench research through close working relationships with the University of Leicester and NIHR. 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 portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a locum full-time post based at Leicester Royal Infirmary. It has clinical commitments at Leicester General Hospital, Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Rutland Memorial Hospital in Oakham, Rutland. The role entails:
4 General Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week
1 Rheumatology injection procedure session clinic per week
Ward round (as per rota) and Rheumatology on-call (as per rota)
Weekly educational meetings
Support the nurse and doctors in training team in dealing with clinical queries
Contribute to additional NHS responsibilities by taking roles such as clinical manager, clinical governance lead or clinical audit lead
Maintaining up-to-date portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a locum full-time post based at Leicester Royal Infirmary. It has clinical commitments at Leicester General Hospital, Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Rutland Memorial Hospital in Oakham, Rutland. The role entails:
4 General Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week
1 Rheumatology injection procedure session clinic per week
Ward round (as per rota) and Rheumatology on-call (as per rota)
Weekly educational meetings
Support the nurse and doctors in training team in dealing with clinical queries
Contribute to additional NHS responsibilities by taking roles such as clinical manager, clinical governance lead or clinical audit lead
Maintaining up-to-date portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
- Current BLS Certification
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Experience
Essential
- Fully trained in Rheumatology
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
Desirable
- Awareness of service development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course.
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
- Published Audit including quality improvement.
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research.
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
- Current BLS Certification
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Experience
Essential
- Fully trained in Rheumatology
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
Desirable
- Awareness of service development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course.
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
- Published Audit including quality improvement.
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research.
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
