Consultant in Rheumatology *Welcome Bonus 20K

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  • Ipswich, Suffolk
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
An opportunity has arisen to join our team at Ipswich Hospital in the musculoskeletal team.We are inviting applications for a full time Consultant in Rheumatology at Ipswich Hospital, but part time applications can also be considered.Applicants will have completed CCT or equivalent (Portfolio Pathway) and must be on the Specialist Register.Our Enhanced Welcome package includes an additional £20,000 and relocation costs to thank you for choosing to work at our trust and your new journey with ESNEFT.Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will:
  • Work with colleagues to provide a consultant-led service with the highest standard of care
  • Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelines
  • Develop and maintain good working practices within wards, outpatients and A&E
  • Collaborate and promote close working links with colleagues in tertiary centres, community services and primary care
  • Offer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
About usWe are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8ADetailsDate posted21 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number432-MI2730Job locationsIpswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities are:
  • General responsibilities including participation in Consultant rota for ward referrals, advice and guidance and referral triage during the week within working hours (9am- 5 pm). There is no out of hours Rheumatology On-call Service and no weekend cover.
  • Outpatient clinics
  • Specialist Clinics if desired by applicant
  • Supportive care of inpatients under other medical teams
  • Clinical and other administration as required by agreement
  • Teaching and training of junior staff and undergraduates
  • Participation in Clinical Governance/Audit/Quality Improvement
  • Participation in relevant MDT meetings
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities are:
  • General responsibilities including participation in Consultant rota for ward referrals, advice and guidance and referral triage during the week within working hours (9am- 5 pm). There is no out of hours Rheumatology On-call Service and no weekend cover.
  • Outpatient clinics
  • Specialist Clinics if desired by applicant
  • Supportive care of inpatients under other medical teams
  • Clinical and other administration as required by agreement
  • Teaching and training of junior staff and undergraduates
  • Participation in Clinical Governance/Audit/Quality Improvement
  • Participation in relevant MDT meetings
Person SpecificationEssentialEssential
  • Full GMC Registration with License to practice
  • MRCP (UK)
  • Specialist accreditation or within 6 months of attaining CCT
  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Rheumatology
  • Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a wide range of Rheumatology problems
  • Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Full Driving Licence and regular access to a car
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
Desirable
  • Research experience
  • Higher degree MD/ PhD
  • Recognised fellowship training
  • Management training and experience
  • Live within a 10-mile radius of the relevant hospital site
Person SpecificationEssentialEssential
  • Full GMC Registration with License to practice
  • MRCP (UK)
  • Specialist accreditation or within 6 months of attaining CCT
  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Rheumatology
  • Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a wide range of Rheumatology problems
  • Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Full Driving Licence and regular access to a car
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
Desirable
  • Research experience
  • Higher degree MD/ PhD
  • Recognised fellowship training
  • Management training and experience
  • Live within a 10-mile radius of the relevant hospital site

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