About this role
Job summary
Please note if a large number of applicants are received this post may close early.
An opportunity has arisen for a specialist level doctor in Rheumatology to join the team of 5 consultants and specialist nurses at Doncaster and Bassetlaw hospitals.
This is a new post which will develop with the individual, supporting outpatient, inpatients and Day case Rheumatology services.
Main duties of the job
Strengthening the delivery of a, high quality, Specialty service across the hospital and community
To provide outpatient services in Rheumatology as agreed after appointment
Liaising and developing working policies with relevant hospital departments, local General Practitioners, nurses and paramedical staff
Developing innovative practices in clinical patient management, focusing on high quality care
To share with colleagues the provision of advice to Rheumatology inpatients
To work with colleagues, both medical and nursing to improve and advance the service.
Teaching and training undergraduates as well as postgraduates
Quality assurance of the service and individual practice
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a detailed overview of the job description and person specification please review the documents attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBchB/MBBS or equivalent Completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of 6 years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years' experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted Must have or be eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at time of appointment and continue to hold a License to Practise. Must meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework
Teaching and Training Essential
Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.
Desirable
Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
Audit and Research Essential
Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects and the implementation of outcomes
Desirable
Critical Appraisal Skills Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
Experience and Achievements Essential
Must be able to demonstrate clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Rheumatology Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the role Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need
Desirable
Understanding current issues within Rheumatology and the future direction of the specialty Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
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 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).
Employer details Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)