Consultant in Rheumatology

Job description

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant in Rheumatology and Acute Medicine or Rheumatology to join the team working across Wythenshawe, Trafford, Withington and Altrincham hospitals.

Interested applicants are strongly recommended to come and meet the team and to discuss with our leads. We have a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication and flexible working to allow us to get the most out of our work and home lives. We are committed to contributing not just to Medicine and Rheumatology, but to the Trust as a whole in terms of inpatient flow, education, training and management.

This appointment will be made in accordance with the 2003 Consultant Contract Terms and Conditions. The Job Description indicates the main duties of the post, which may be reviewed in the light of experience and developments within the service. Any review will be undertaken in conjunction with the post holder.

This is a full time 10PA post. However, applications for less than full-time work or job shares would also be welcomed.

Main duties of the job

Timetabled PA and SPA Commitments if doing Rheumatology and Acute Medicine

Rheumatology

Location

PAs

DCC/SPA Details

Trafford / Altrincham Hospital

3

Outpatient Clinics

1

Clinical Triage, inpatient referrals and MDT supervision

1

Patient-related administration

Other

1

Supporting professional activities (Teaching/CPD/service development)

Acute Medicine

Location

PAs

DCC/SPA Details

Wythenshawe

2

AMU/SDEC

On call Wythenshawe

1

1 in 8 weekends

0.5

Patient-related administration

Other

0.5

SPA Teaching/Training/CPD

Administration/Research/Medical Audit

Timetabled PA and SPA Commitments if pure Rheumatology

Location

PAs

DCC/SPA Details

Trafford / Altrincham Hospital

4.5

Outpatient Clinics

2

Clinical Triage, inpatient referrals and MDT supervision

2.0

Patient-related administration and attendance at MDT meetings (radiology, biologics MDT)

Other

1.5

Supporting professional activities (Teaching/CPD/service development)

Indicative Work Plan

AM Lunchtime PM
Monday

Rheumatology Clinic

SPA/Admin

Tuesday

AMU or SDEC (or Rheumatology clinic if pure job)

Wednesday

Rheumatology clinic

MDT

SPA

Thursday

AMU or SDEC (or Rheumatology clinic if pure job)

Referral triage/inpatient referrals/MDT supervision

Friday

Rheumatology Clinic

Admin

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description
Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent.
• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• An appropriate higher qualification

Legal Requirement

Essential

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register
• Should either have or be within 6 months of obtaining a CSST in Rheumatology (and general internal medicine for Acute Medicine post)

Training

Essential

• Certificate of completion of specialist training (CCST) in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine (for Acute Medicine post)

Desirable

• Attendance at appropriate professional courses

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in all aspects of rheumatology and medicine (where relevant). To be willing to develop skills as appropriate to the service needs

Desirable

• Special interests; Previous experience in managing complex multisystem inflammatory / autoimmune rheumatological conditions, and experience of MDT input

Management/Audit

Essential

• An understanding of the NHS management responsibilities of consultants. Experience of clinical audit

Desirable

• Attendance at an appropriate management course.

Teaching

Essential

• nterest in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff as well as other healthcare workers

Desirable

• Teaching qualification e.g. PG Cert in Med Ed.

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent.
• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• An appropriate higher qualification

Legal Requirement

Essential

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register
• Should either have or be within 6 months of obtaining a CSST in Rheumatology (and general internal medicine for Acute Medicine post)

Training

Essential

• Certificate of completion of specialist training (CCST) in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine (for Acute Medicine post)

Desirable

• Attendance at appropriate professional courses

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in all aspects of rheumatology and medicine (where relevant). To be willing to develop skills as appropriate to the service needs

Desirable

• Special interests; Previous experience in managing complex multisystem inflammatory / autoimmune rheumatological conditions, and experience of MDT input

Management/Audit

Essential

• An understanding of the NHS management responsibilities of consultants. Experience of clinical audit

Desirable

• Attendance at an appropriate management course.

Teaching

Essential

• nterest in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff as well as other healthcare workers

Desirable

• Teaching qualification e.g. PG Cert in Med Ed.

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Wythenshawe Hospital

Southmoor Rd, Wythenshawe, Manchester

Manchester

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

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