Locum Consultant Diabetes and Endocrinology

NHS; Norwich; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Locum Consultant Physician in Diabetes and Endocrinology. This role offers the opportunity to work part-time in a prestigious hospital known for its innovative services and commitment to patient care. As part of a dynamic team, you will contribute to expanding essential services like the Insulin Pump Service and the Young Person with Diabetes Pilot Service. This position not only allows for professional growth but also emphasizes collaborative work in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare. If you have a passion for service development and a commitment to quality patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology is essential.
• Applicants must have 5 years of NHS specialty training equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple development areas including Insulin Pump Service.
• Work with the team to enhance service areas and patient care.

Skills

Enthusiasm for service development and teaching

Good communication skills

Effective presentation skills

Interest in developing a special interest

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC registration and License to Practice

MD/PhD

Job description

Job summary

Locum Consultant Physician in Diabetes and Endocrinology

The Trust seeks to appoint a Locum Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology and General Medicine. The post is suitable for candidates wishing to work a maximum of 8 programmed activities (PA). This opportunity has arisen as a new post created to address capacity and quality challenges.

Applicants unable to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration. If appointed, the job content will be modified appropriately in consultation with colleagues and management.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. People with disabilities will be offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria. The Trust supports job share and flexible working.

Main duties of the job

The department is involved in multiple development areas, including:

• An established Insulin Pump Service expanding its capacity.
• A Young Person with Diabetes Pilot Service with new clinical pathways and expansion.
• A Disordered Eating Service being launched with new funding.
• A prestigious Multidisciplinary Medical and Vascular Foot Service, awarded a QIC Award, involving vascular, orthopaedic, diabetes, podiatry, and amputation nursing teams.
• Specialist services for Cystic Fibrosis and Monogenic Diabetes.
• The Endocrine department is nationally recognized, holding Paget's Association Centre of Excellence status, and is a regional specialist centre for calcium and metabolic bone disorders. It is also the tertiary referral centre for adrenal disorders, supported by an enthusiastic Endocrine nursing team.

The successful applicant will be encouraged to work with the existing team to support these progressive service areas.

About us

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive acute services through the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and other facilities. Employing 7,500 staff, the Trust treats over one million patients annually, including residents from Norfolk, neighboring counties, and beyond. Our patients are referred by approximately 110 GP practices and other hospitals and primary care trusts nationwide.

As a University Teaching Hospital, we are committed to research and development, collaborating with the University of East Anglia, Norwich Research Park, and Norwich Radiology Academy to achieve our research goals.

Details

Date posted: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 1 year

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 234-MS2363

Job locations: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Job description

Job responsibilities: For detailed responsibilities, please refer to the attached document. Applicants should demonstrate extensive experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and License to Practice

Desirable:

• MD/PhD

Experience (Essential):

• Applicants from overseas must demonstrate equivalence to 5 years of NHS specialty training.

Desirable:

• Experience in research and clinical audit.

Skills (Essential):

• Enthusiasm for service development and teaching
• Good communication skills
• Effective presentation skills and responsiveness to questions
• Interest in developing a special interest (e.g., diabetic foot, metabolic bone disease, monogenic diabetes, inpatient diabetes)

Additional requirements

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks, UK visa and immigration requirements, and registration with the UK professional register. Further details are available on the NHS Careers website and related guidance links.

Employer details

Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/