Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology at The Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, Royal United Hospitals Foundation Trust in Bath. The position is for a WTE (full-time) Clinical Fellow. The post will be for a duration of one year (fixed term) to commence 6th August 2025. We welcome applications from interested, highly motivated individuals to join our specialist team.

The RNHRD offers excellent clinical and research opportunities supported by a large, friendly and highly motivated inter-disciplinary team. We encourage all interested candidates to discuss the opportunities available.

Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and have a licence to practice. Applicants must have completed a foundation training programme (or equivalent) and have at least 2 years' experience working in general medical specialties. Prior Rheumatology experience is preferable but not essential.

Interested candidates are invited to contact Dr Tehseen Ahmed, Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Lead via tehseen.ahmed@nhs.net.

Interview date: TBC

Main duties of the job

The post will provide opportunities for training in all aspects of general and specialist clinical rheumatology.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. We value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment, celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing, and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial well-being.

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification and Training

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Must have or be able to register and hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• If applicable, applicants must have passed parts 1 and 2 of PLAB or be exempt
• MRCP or equivalent

Experience

• Previous experience in General Medicine
• Previous teaching experience
• Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
• Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance
• Previous experience in Rheumatology
• Experience in joint injection

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.

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Lead

Salary: £61,825 to £70,425 a year (£51,017 (ST3-5) and £58,398 (ST6-8))