Specialty Doctor in Rheumatology

Uhmb; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust in Lancaster is inviting applications for a Specialist Doctor in Rheumatology. You will provide specialist outpatient opinions, participate in audits, teaching and service development, and work across the Bay to maintain clinical excellence.

This full-time post is 40 hours per week, permanent, with a salary range of £63,696 to £102,689 per year. Further details and closing date are provided in the advert.

Qualifications

• MBBS and MRCP, or equivalent.
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise.
• Entry on Specialist Register or in receipt of CCT within six months of interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist out-patient opinion and case management.
• Contribute to development of rheumatology services across Morecambe Bay.
• Maintain comprehensive records and attend MDTs.
• Undertake clinical audits and supervise junior medical staff.
• Engage in teaching, audits and service development.

Skills

Rheumatology depth

Education

MBBS and MRCP, or equivalent

GMC Registration with license to practise

Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months

Job description

Main area Rheumatology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Speciality Doctor Contract Permanent Hours 40 hours per week (Full time - 10 pa's per week) Job ref 331-L0851126

Site Royal Lancaster Infirmary Town Lancaster Salary £63,696 - £102,689 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 18/11/2026 23:59

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

Applications are invited from Specialist Registered Consultants or those that are in the process of obtaining your CCT/ CESR within six months of interview, as well as Speciality Doctors with an interest in Rheumatology

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Rheumatology team
within the University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation
Trust. We are seeking a clinician with imagination, drive and
commitment to work in Morecambe Bay. You will be required to have appropriate experience in rheumatology.

You will be expected to:

Provide specialist out-patient opinion and case management;

To contribute in the ongoing development of rheumatology services
for the local population across the Bay.

The role also involves participation in training and educational
activities , administrative, teaching, continuing medical education
and audit activities whilst maintaining clinical excellence within the
service.

We would be interested to hear from candidates that may also wish to undertake a dual specialty role.

Expected interview date is likely to be mid/late-March 2026.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a Speciality Doctor clinician with imagination, drive and commitment to work across Morecambe Bay.

These is a full time position, but applications would be welcome from those wishing to work less than full time.

Please see the attached Job Description for a comprehensive indication of the role.

Principal activities will include:

• Delivery of Outpatient clinics
• Making early diagnosis and treatment decisions for patients
• Maintaining comprehensive records utilising the Trust's ePR
• Attendance and input at MDTs
• Undertaking clinical audits
• Supervision of junior medical staff
• Other associated medical reviews and input in line with GMC requirements, Trust expectations and individual tailored competencies.

Job Plans will be agreed with successful individuals ahead of the commencement of employment.

Working for our organisation

Situated on the edge of the picturesque Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, UHMBT operates sites at Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as from a number of community-based premises across Morecambe Bay.

The FGH and RLI sites are Acute General Hospital sites with Type 1 Emergency Departments, whilst WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, alongside an Urgent Treatment Centre. All three hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery.

As a diverse organisation, we offer excellent support for staff from all backgrounds, with various support groups led by staff to help successful candidates settle in the area.

This is a geographically attractive area within easy reach of all major cities via the national rail network, with cities such as Carlisle, Liverpool, Manchester and Preston within 1-2 hour's travel time. Candidates interested in an outdoor lifestyle will enjoy access to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks alongside the seafront and activities of Morecambe Bay.

Local schools are noted as providing excellent education via the Royal Lancaster Boy's Grammar School and the Lancaster Girls Grammar School alongside a good selection of mixed-sex and private education establishments in easy access.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS and MRCP, or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Entry on Specialist Register or in receipt of CCT within six months of interview

Experience

• Depth and breadth of Rheumatology Medicine following completion of approved STR training programme or equivalent.
• Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department.
• Experience at locum consultant level.
• Previous NHS experience

Skills, ability and knowledge

• Willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description.

Teaching

• Evidence of teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team.

Audit

• Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in 2 specific audits in the last 18 months.

Management Ability

• Knowledge of the NHS plan/modernisation agenda and the implications for service development

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

Internal only posts are only open to employees of UHMBT and this does not include employees of OneLSC working in our hospitals.

The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.

We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert

If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, there is a charge of £41.00 for Enhanced and £20.00 for Standard & Basic clearance and additional to this a £4.90 administration fee will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 4 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this link https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding .

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Dr Leanne Gray Job title Clinical Lead - Rheumatology Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01524 519560 Additional information

Gayle Gledhill - Operational Manager, Rheumatology [e-mail]