Specialty Doctor in Rheumatology

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking a Specialty Doctor to join their Rheumatology Department. The role involves outpatient clinical work, teaching medical students, and participating in audits and research projects. Candidates should possess a medical degree, GMC registration, and relevant experience in rheumatology. The post offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 12 months post-registration experience or equivalent with evidence of foundation competences.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge and manage acutely ill patients.
• Understanding of research, audit, and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Participate in outpatient clinics under consultant supervision.
• Engage in teaching sessions for medical students and residents.
• Contribute to departmental meetings and audit projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Empathy

Leadership

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration eligibility

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join the Rheumatology Department at LTHT as a Specialty Doctor. Candidates with experience of complex rheumatic inflammatory conditions and advanced therapies are encouraged to apply. The post will be mainly outpatient based with general and specialist clinics. A commitment to participate in quality improvement and education is essential. There are significant opportunities to participate in research.

Main duties

The post is for 6 sessions per week. It is predominantly outpatient based, at Chapel Allerton Hospital. The postholder will work with a team of consultants and registrars. The clinics will be a mix of general and subspecialty rheumatology. At times, with advance notice, a clinic session may be altered to cover inpatient or day case work. It is envisaged that the postholder will have a specific individual clinic list in each clinic, under consultant supervision.

The postholder is expected to have a role in training and education for medical students as clinic-based teaching and to deliver educational sessions for resident doctors. It is expected to present clinical cases and teaching presentations at the weekly academic meeting. The rheumatology department is involved with local, regional and national postgraduate teaching courses. There is a weekly programme of departmental clinical, educational, governance and research meetings with internal and external presentation. The postholder is expected to participate in audit and projects related to service delivery and improvement.

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. The Trust cares for people from across the country as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds. The Trust has a budget of £1 billion and around 17,000 staff. We operate from 7 hospitals on 5 sites to be the best for specialist and integrated care.

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Details

Date posted: 18 May 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Specialty Doctor

Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: C9298-MED-829

Job location: Chapel Allerton Hospital, Chapeltown Road, Leeds LS7 4SA

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join the Rheumatology Department at LTHT as a Specialty Doctor. Candidates with experience of complex rheumatic inflammatory conditions and advanced therapies are encouraged to apply. The post will be mainly outpatient based with general and specialist clinics. A commitment to participate in quality improvement and education is essential. There are opportunities to participate in research. Please contact the Lead Clinician for Rheumatology and the Business Manager for Rheumatology for further information.

The Rheumatology Department has a national and international reputation for high quality clinical care and research. It offers secondary and tertiary care across subspecialty areas and is an NHS England Specialist Centre for Rheumatology. Most work is outpatient based, with some inpatient beds.

Timetable (illustrative): Wednesday AM Early Arthritis Clinic; Wednesday PM Education/CPD; Thursday AM Connective Tissue Diseases clinic; Thursday PM Joint injection clinic; Friday AM Spondyloarthropathy Clinic; Friday PM Administration.

The postholder will participate in medical student teaching, educational sessions for residents, and present at the weekly academic meeting. The department is involved with local, regional and national postgraduate teaching courses. A weekly programme of departmental clinical, educational, governance and research meetings exists, with participation in audit and service improvement projects. Mentoring and career development opportunities are available, and the postholder will participate in annual appraisal and revalidation.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Be eligible for full GMC registration and hold a current licence to practise at intended start date
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by start date
• Demonstrable English language skills or evidence as described in the job requirements

Desirable

• MRCP Part 1

Personal skills

• Communication skills including clear written and spoken communication; ability to adapt language to situation
• Problem solving, decision making, empathy and sensitivity
• Ability to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff
• Leadership, organisation and planning; ability to prioritise own workload and manage ward rounds
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver good clinical care in uncertainty
• Commitment to NHS values: respect, dignity, quality of care, and patient focus

Experience

• 12 months post-Registration experience or equivalent with evidence of foundation competences
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge, prioritise clinical need, maximise safety, and manage acutely ill patients
• Understanding of research, audit, clinical risk management and patient safety

Desirable experience

• Experience in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Medicine
• Teaching experience and evidence of feedback for teaching

Disclosures and sponsorship

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Applicants must have current UK registration.

Employer details

Employer: Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address: Chapel Allerton Hospital, Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4SA

Employer website: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/