09 Oct
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Southampton
Job description
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join the rheumatology team at Southampton General Hospital and develop specialist training across the spectrum of rheumatic disease, including the management of patients with inflammatory arthritis and connective tissue diseases in this nationally regarded rheumatology department.
You will be encouraged to develop skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound and have the opportunity to develop your research portfolio and be involved in clinical trials.
You will join a team of four professors, nine consultant rheumatologists, two Specialty Trainees, two IMTs and six nurse specialists.
It is a full time 1-year fixed term post (with the possibility of a longer-term extension) Part-time applications will be considered.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast,
with an international airport and direct trains to London.
The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
You will join the team of rheumatologists at Southampton General Hospital and will be responsible for running outpatient clinics in rheumatology in addition to reviewing inpatients.
As one of 3 middle grade doctors you will be responsible for holding the rheumatology on-call bleep. In daytime hours, providing advice to GP's and secondary care specialists.
You also be encouraged to supervise 2 IMT doctors who rotate through rheumatology as part of their medical / GP rotation.
You will be encouraged to take part in our education programme including teaching medical students and will have the opportunity to develop skills in musculoskeletal ultrasound and research.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
The successful candidate must exhibit behaviours that meet the Trust's values.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practise, and have completed at least Part 1 of MRCP.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors,
and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post.
The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule ( additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
MT04 £55,329 Basic Salary MT05 £63,152
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
Hold relevant higher specialty exam ( FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.
Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference : MT1244 - This vacancy closes on or before : 12th September 2024
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification (, BM, BMBS)
- GMC licence to practice in UK
- MRCP Part 1
Desirable
MRCP Part 2
Previous or relevant experience
Desirable
- Previous experience of postgraduate rheumatology
- Previous experience of working in an out-patient setting and running out-patient clinics (rheumatology desirable)
- Experience or training in MSK ultrasound
- Research experience
- Delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Joint injections
- Working within a multidisciplinary team
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Team-working
- Time-management
- IT skills
- Communication skills
- Evidence of keeping up to date with continual professional development
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values : Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
▶️ Senior Fellow in Rheumatology
🖊️ University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
📍 Southampton