Rheumatology Consultant

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a Consultant Rheumatologist to enhance their Rheumatology services. This role offers a chance to develop a sub-specialty interest. Candidates should have completed general medical training and have specific training in Rheumatology, with a CCT or nearing completion. The position offers flexible working options and emphasizes the provision of modern, high-quality care. A strong interest in clinical supervision and mentoring is required. Salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum.

Benefits

On-site parking

Local discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Electric vehicle charging points

Gym and shower facilities

Qualifications

• Completed broad-based general medical training with specific training in Rheumatology.
• Gained a CCT in Rheumatology or within six months of obtaining it.
• Experience participation in CPD and in a similar post.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly rated Rheumatology services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
• Provide modern, high-quality care to patients.
• Participate in flexible working options.

Skills

Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Clinical supervision experience/skills

Ability to undertake training/mentoring of clinical staff and enthusiasm for education

Education

MBChB or equivalent medical qualification

Full registration with GMC

Specialist interest or additional qualifications

Job description

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Rheumatology Consultant

The closing date is 18 January 2026

We are looking to appoint a Consultant Rheumatologist to further develop our highly rated Rheumatology services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity, and it is anticipated that there will be occasion for the appointee to develop a sub‑specialty interest within the role.

Applicants will be expected to have completed broad‑based general medical training along with specific training in Rheumatology and to have gained a CCT in Rheumatology or Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine or be within six months of obtaining this.

The post will suit individuals with the desire and resolve to provide modern, high‑quality care. We will also consider flexible working options, subject to the exigencies of the service.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.

About us

Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on‑site parking, local discounts, on‑site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle‑to‑work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, includes rooms for mindfulness, gym, shower facilities and programmes to keep you active.

Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.

Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.

Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high‑performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.

In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up‑to‑date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.

The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
• Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise and entry on GMC specialist Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview.
• Specialist interest or additional qualifications in other areas of specialty.

Experience

• Experience of participation in CPD.
• Experience in a similar post.

Skills

• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• Clinical supervision experience/skills
• Ability to undertake training/mentoring of clinical staff and enthusiasm for education

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.

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum/ Pro rata