Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to be Rheumatology Consultant within an integrated community MSK, pain, & rheumatology service based in Mid & South Essex!
Cora Health have been delivering community MSK, pain & rheumatology services in South West Essex since 2015. Following a recent procurement process, Cora Health's service delivery will be expanded across Mid & South Essex from April 1st, 2026. This is an opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary team during an exciting phase of growth.
Services will be delivered from a range of healthcare, wellness and leisure centre venues across Mid & South Essex. There will be opportunities to work a varied timetable from locations that are locally accessible to colleagues and the communities we serve.
Main duties of the job
As a Rheumatology Consultant, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating patients with a wide range of rheumatic diseases and conditions. Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting thorough patient assessments and medical histories.
Diagnosing and managing conditions such as arthritis, lupus, gout, and other autoimmune diseases.
Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, including blood tests and imaging studies.
Educating patients and their families about disease management and treatment options.
Participating in clinical research and staying updated with the latest advancements in rheumatology.
Providing mentorship and training to junior medical staff and students.
About us
Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services.
We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Cora we're passionate about investing in our colleagues, fostering professional growth, and ensuring everyone feels appreciated. We believe that happy and engaged colleagues provide exceptional patient care and will be motivated to perform at their best. Here's a glimpse of what we offer you:
A minimum of 5% of your hours is bespoke personal development time
A proven roadmap to Consultant-level practice for those that wish to develop this level of capability.
Access to an internal network of Consultant clinicians (medical and AHPs) that provide leadership, educational, research and clinical support.
Access to the full content (live and recorded sessions) of the Connect Clinical Education Academy
Access to support and engagement with our entire MDT clinical workforce via
Emergency clinical on call rota
Clinical supervision
Coaching and mentoring
Online clinical resource and chat network
Internal conferences and study days
Clinical support tools/pathways
Up to 30 days holiday (plus public holidays)
option to buy additional annual leave
an additional day off for your birthday
online discounts portal
employer pension contributions
salary sacrifice schemes
an employee assistance programme
performance related pay rewards
team building/away days
reimbursement of professional body membership fees for clinicians
These benefits are our way of saying thank you to our colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At Cora we're passionate about investing in our colleagues, fostering professional growth, and ensuring everyone feels appreciated. We believe that happy and engaged colleagues provide exceptional patient care and will be motivated to perform at their best. Here's a glimpse of what we offer you:
A minimum of 5% of your hours is bespoke personal development time
A proven roadmap to Consultant-level practice for those that wish to develop this level of capability.
Access to an internal network of Consultant clinicians (medical and AHPs) that provide leadership, educational, research and clinical support.
Access to the full content (live and recorded sessions) of the Connect Clinical Education Academy
Access to support and engagement with our entire MDT clinical workforce via
Emergency clinical on call rota
Clinical supervision
Coaching and mentoring
Online clinical resource and chat network
Internal conferences and study days
Clinical support tools/pathways
Up to 30 days holiday (plus public holidays)
option to buy additional annual leave
an additional day off for your birthday
online discounts portal
employer pension contributions
salary sacrifice schemes
an employee assistance programme
performance related pay rewards
team building/away days
reimbursement of professional body membership fees for clinicians
These benefits are our way of saying thank you to our colleagues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with specialisation in Rheumatology. Board certification in Rheu
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Experience required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) with specialisation in Rheumatology. Board certification in Rheu
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Experience required
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
