Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated GIM accredited Consultant
Rheumatologist to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary team at the
Pinderfields and Dewsbury Hospitals. This is an exciting opportunity for a
highly skilled clinician to contribute specialist expertise to our expanding
rheumatology services whilst providing expert care in general medicine.
Main duties of the job
Conduct
outpatient rheumatology clinics, diagnosing and managing conditions such as
rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.
Provide
on-call and consultant-present care across our sites, with a primary focus on Gate
44 (GIM ward) attending ward rounds 2 days a week.
Provide
expert care in general medicine and rheumatology, managing both acute and
chronic conditions.
Daytime
Duties: part of the scheduled weekly timetable (below) with two consultants
providing concurrent ward rounds. Sub-specialty support is provided from
respiratory, cardiology, diabetes, gastroenterology, acute oncology and
neurology teams.
Support
for medical subspecialties is provided by separate on-call teams including
Cardiology (Coronary Care and Acute Cardiology) a separate GI bleed Rota
(provided by Gastroenterology) and Critical Care (level 2 and 3 care facilities
shared anesthesia and medical consultant care).
Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours
on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time
regulations and safe working
On call evening and weekend work would be required dependent
on the skills of the suitable applicant
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications
will be considered.
We are
seeking a highly motivated and experienced GIM accredited Consultant
Rheumatologist to join our dynamic medical team. The successful candidate will
provide high-quality care in both rheumatology and general medicine,
contributing to inpatient and outpatient services, medical education, and
service development.
Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield
(Pinderfields) site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering
care to patients on all our sites.
The main duties of the post will include
Conduct
outpatient rheumatology clinics, diagnosing and managing conditions such as
rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.
Provide
on-call and consultant-present care across our sites, with a primary focus on Gate
44 (GIM ward) attending ward rounds 2 days a week.
Provide
expert care in general medicine and rheumatology, managing both acute and
chronic conditions.
Daytime
Duties: part of the scheduled weekly timetable (below) with two consultants
providing concurrent ward rounds. Sub-specialty support is provided from
respiratory, cardiology, diabetes, gastroenterology, acute oncology and
neurology teams.
Support
for medical subspecialties is provided by separate on-call teams including
Cardiology (Coronary Care and Acute Cardiology) a separate GI bleed Rota
(provided by Gastroenterology) and Critical Care (level 2 and 3 care facilities
shared anesthesia and medical consultant care).
Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours
on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time
regulations and safe working
On call evening and weekend work would be required dependent
on the skills of the suitable applicant
Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the
Trust Framework, with at least a
minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC
time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate
and changing requirements of the service.
Examples may
include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles
Specialist skills as part of the GIM curriculum will also be
supported.
All
consultants at the trust are provided with secretarial support and an
adequately equipped office, which includes IT facilities.
Time
off in lieu is currently supported at the trust for Consultants who have worked
a weekend or bank holiday on-call shift.
This is subject to prior agreement with the divisional management team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications
will be considered.
We are
seeking a highly motivated and experienced GIM accredited Consultant
Rheumatologist to join our dynamic medical team. The successful candidate will
provide high-quality care in both rheumatology and general medicine,
contributing to inpatient and outpatient services, medical education, and
service development.
Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield
(Pinderfields) site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering
care to patients on all our sites.
The main duties of the post will include
Conduct
outpatient rheumatology clinics, diagnosing and managing conditions such as
rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and other inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.
Provide
on-call and consultant-present care across our sites, with a primary focus on Gate
44 (GIM ward) attending ward rounds 2 days a week.
Provide
expert care in general medicine and rheumatology, managing both acute and
chronic conditions.
Daytime
Duties: part of the scheduled weekly timetable (below) with two consultants
providing concurrent ward rounds. Sub-specialty support is provided from
respiratory, cardiology, diabetes, gastroenterology, acute oncology and
neurology teams.
Support
for medical subspecialties is provided by separate on-call teams including
Cardiology (Coronary Care and Acute Cardiology) a separate GI bleed Rota
(provided by Gastroenterology) and Critical Care (level 2 and 3 care facilities
shared anesthesia and medical consultant care).
Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours
on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time
regulations and safe working
On call evening and weekend work would be required dependent
on the skills of the suitable applicant
Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the
Trust Framework, with at least a
minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC
time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate
and changing requirements of the service.
Examples may
include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles
Specialist skills as part of the GIM curriculum will also be
supported.
All
consultants at the trust are provided with secretarial support and an
adequately equipped office, which includes IT facilities.
Time
off in lieu is currently supported at the trust for Consultants who have worked
a weekend or bank holiday on-call shift.
This is subject to prior agreement with the divisional management team.
Person Specification
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Degree e.g. MD
- SCE in Acute Internal Medicine
- Special skills as per AIM
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of project work.
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state your full GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register via one of the following;
- -CCT in AIM or GIM (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT) and Rheumatology
- -CESR
Person Specification
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Degree e.g. MD
- SCE in Acute Internal Medicine
- Special skills as per AIM
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of project work.
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state your full GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register via one of the following;
- -CCT in AIM or GIM (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT) and Rheumatology
- -CESR
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).
