Consultant- Rheumatology

North Cumbria Integrated Care • Cumberland Infirmary

Closing on: 24 Oct 2024

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Job Highlights

Expected Salary

£99,532 - £131,964

Location

Carlisle, United Kingdom

Specialisation

Rheumatology

Job Summary

The successful candidate should be able to complement the other members of the department and will participate in the provision of Rheumatology services to the population of North Cumbria. This is an opportunity to join an organisation in which Clinicians are at the forefront of management.

As with all North Cumbrian appointments, and in line with the Terms and Conditions of Consultant Medical Staff 2003, Consultants may be required to work Trust wide.

While appointees will be appointed to a base unit, members of the team will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the Rheumatology services across the Trust.

Travel between sites is therefore essential to meet the needs of the service. Additional PA allocation will be paid for travelling time between sites, or an equivalent reduction in length of clinic may be negotiated.

Sub-specialty interest will be encouraged where this contributes to and complements the department and Trusts’ service needs.

A unique and exciting career opportunity has arisen for the right individual to help our established Team take our patient driven Rheumatology Services forward.

North Cumbria Integrated Care Rheumatology service requires an enthusiastic Clinician to help us maintain the provision of excellence of Rheumatology care, adapting management pathways tailored to the needs of our client base and the locality we serve.

There are strong links with other relevant medical disciplines such as Dermatology. The Team is also working collaboratively with partners in the community to develop new and innovative ways of working to ensure patients have access to the best possible care in the right setting.

A strong team is in place to support this position comprising of medical staff and a strong compliment of Rheumatology Nurses which includes five Nurse Specialists and a Skin Cancer Nurse position. The Department also has its own relevant support staff.

The unit currently receives 3600 new patient referrals per annum however this demand is increasing.

The trust supports the requirements for the continuing professional development as laid down by the royal colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. The department is currently looking to expand and would provide mentorship to all new consultant staff.

Job Overview

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Provide teaching for Junior Doctors, Medical Students and other members of the multi- disciplinary team
Share with Consultant colleagues the role of educational or clinical supervisor to junior doctors in training including induction, provision of supportive formal appraisals, supervision of learning portfolios, and career advice as appropriate.
Undertake personal development and mandatory training
Participate in clinical meetings and post graduate activities in the Trust.
Work closely with other specialist teams
Work with managers and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running of services
Undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of clinical areas and lso as required by the Clinical Lead, Clinical Director, Medical Director and Chief Executive.
Assist in the preparation of business plans.
Support and participate in the Booked Appointment Systems
Take an interest in research/teaching with participation in projects and courses
Participate in Consultant Appraisal and Job Plan Review on an annual basis and the revalidating process when necessary. Participation in the Clinical Excellence Award Scheme, when eligible, is encouraged.

The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a firm commitment to the principles of Clinical Governance including:-

Developing and maintaining appropriate systems and practice to ensure effective clinical audit.
Attending and contributing to the Trust Clinical Governance Programmes.
Ensuring that staff within their area of responsibility are aware of the Trust’s Risk Management Strategy, and that it is implemented
Participating in the Trust Clinical Incident Reporting System.
Developing a programme of personal continuing medical education and professional development in accordance with the recommendations of the relevant Royal Colleges.

Weekly Plan:

Day	Time	Work	Category	PA
MON	09:00-13:00	Clinic & Patient	DCC	1.0
		related admin	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:00	Clinic (NP )
TUE	09:00-13:00	Clinic & patient	DCC	1.0
		related admin
			DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:30	Clinic (FU)
WED	09:00-13:00	Clinic (NP)	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:00	SPA	SPA	1.0
THUR	09:00-13:00	Clinic (FU)	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17.00	SPA	SPA	0.5
		Ward referrals	DCC	0.5
FRI	09:00-12:00	Clinic ( New & FU)	DCC	1.0
	13.00-17:00	Clinic & patient related admin	DCC	1.0
Total				10 PA

Note: This is an example of a weekly timetable, which will be discussed further with the successful appointee. The job plan is subject to review once a year with the Consultant, Clinical Manager, Clinical Director or Clinical Lead.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to develop any particular interest she or he has and a timetable will be agreed in advance, to reflect the particular interests of the applicant, the specialist interests of the existing Consultants, and the needs of the Trust.

This job description may change in the future to take account of further changes in light of Service Development and the consultant contract.

Other Duties: Flexible Commitments

The remainder of the appointee’s professional time will be deployed flexibly on other clinical duties, administration, teaching, research, clinical audit, continuing medical education and professional development. (Details of this part of the Job Plan arrangements will be agreed with

Job Overview

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Provide teaching for Junior Doctors, Medical Students and other members of the multi- disciplinary team
Share with Consultant colleagues the role of educational or clinical supervisor to junior doctors in training including induction, provision of supportive formal appraisals, supervision of learning portfolios, and career advice as appropriate.
Undertake personal development and mandatory training
Participate in clinical meetings and post graduate activities in the Trust.
Work closely with other specialist teams
Work with managers and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running of services
Undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of clinical areas and lso as required by the Clinical Lead, Clinical Director, Medical Director and Chief Executive.
Assist in the preparation of business plans.
Support and participate in the Booked Appointment Systems
Take an interest in research/teaching with participation in projects and courses
Participate in Consultant Appraisal and Job Plan Review on an annual basis and the revalidating process when necessary. Participation in the Clinical Excellence Award Scheme, when eligible, is encouraged.

The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a firm commitment to the principles of Clinical Governance including:-

Developing and maintaining appropriate systems and practice to ensure effective clinical audit.
Attending and contributing to the Trust Clinical Governance Programmes.
Ensuring that staff within their area of responsibility are aware of the Trust’s Risk Management Strategy, and that it is implemented
Participating in the Trust Clinical Incident Reporting System.
Developing a programme of personal continuing medical education and professional development in accordance with the recommendations of the relevant Royal Colleges.

Weekly Plan:

Day	Time	Work	Category	PA
MON	09:00-13:00	Clinic & Patient	DCC	1.0
		related admin	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:00	Clinic (NP )
TUE	09:00-13:00	Clinic & patient	DCC	1.0
		related admin
			DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:30	Clinic (FU)
WED	09:00-13:00	Clinic (NP)	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17:00	SPA	SPA	1.0
THUR	09:00-13:00	Clinic (FU)	DCC	1.0
	13:00-17.00	SPA	SPA	0.5
		Ward referrals	DCC	0.5
FRI	09:00-12:00	Clinic ( New & FU)	DCC	1.0
	13.00-17:00	Clinic & patient related admin	DCC	1.0
Total				10 PA

This job description may change in the future to take account of further changes in light of Service Development and the consultant contract.

Other Duties: Flexible Commitments

About Cumberland Infirmary

University Hospital

Cumberland Infirmary, located in Carlisle, Cumbria, is the primary healthcare facility managed by the North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. Established to serve the community with excellence in medical care, the infirmary boasts a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, general and specialized surgeries, maternity services, and various outpatient clinics. With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, the hospital is committed to providing high-quality patient care and advanced medical treatments. Equipped with modern facilities and technology, Cumberland Infirmary also plays a pivotal role in medical education and clinical research, fostering continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare. Easily accessible and deeply integrated into the community, the hospital remains a cornerstone of health and wellbeing in the region.

Location of Hospital

Carlisle, United Kingdom

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About North Cumbria Integrated Care

4000 Employees

3 Hospitals

The trust provide hospital and community health services to a half a million people. They are responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ over 6500 members of staff., Their core values of kindness, respect, ambition and collaboration drives them to provide safe, high-quality care every time., NCIC is part of North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a partnership of organisations including local councils, voluntary and community services that provide health and care across our region., Led by the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) they work collectively, join up resources and expertise to provide the best health and care for the local communities.

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