Job summaryThe Rheumatology Department provides excellent clinical care across the whole spectrum of rheumatological conditions. We work in close collaboration with colleagues in Orthopaedics, General Medicine, Rehabilitation, Radiology and Vascular Surgery.The Rheumatologists are highly involved in teaching and audit activities at all levels within the Trust and pursue a busy research programme.Inflammatory Arthritis - The department has an established early inflammatory arthritis service. We run dedicated early arthritis clinics, which are supported by innovative nurse-led disease and drug education groups. The service is complemented by our interest in clinic-based ultrasound, and supported by our programme of clinical research.Vasculitis and Connective Tissue DisordersWe have extensive experience in other autoimmune connective tissue disease and vasculitis, with a weekly connective tissue clinic.Osteoporosis - Our osteoporosis service is run by a dedicated team.Paediatric Rheumatology - There is a weekly clinic run jointly with Paediatrics with full multidisciplinary team.Ultrasound - The department has two diagnostic ultrasound machines available for use during routine clinics. There are also weekly ultrasound clinics.*JD pending Royal College Approval*Main duties of the jobPvide expert opinion and treatment for patients with rheumatic disease and suspected rheumatic disease.Sharein the leadership of the multidisciplinary team caring for patients with Rheumatic ConditionWork with existing colleagues on the development of clinical services and local musculoskeletal pathwaysTo engage with and contribute to safety systems and national clinical data collection systems as requiredPromote a friendly and team based working environment - in line with our Trust Values.To undertake managerial and budgetary responsibilities as required.Teaching of primary care colleagues and junior medical staff through mixture of case- based review and formal teaching activityTo provide clinical services in line with the Trust's clinical governance arrangements which is designed to ensure that agreed quality standards are achieved.To undertake audit of clinical practice within the department to ensure that current standards and evidence-based practice are appliedAll Consultants are required to maintain and develop their clinical skills. Individual training and development needs will be identified through an appraisal process. The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activitiesAbout usWith a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further details, please refer to the attached job description and personal specification.We look forward to receiving your application.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialMBBS or equivalentFull GMC registrationInclusion on the GMC's Specialist Register for Rheumatology or eligibility for inclusion (or within 6 months of attainment at the time of interview).DesirablePost-graduate qualification - PhD, MD etcExperienceEssentialKnowledge and ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients across the spectrum of rheumatic diseaseAbility to manage complex acute patients with Rheumatic diseaseUnderstanding of the principles of research, and ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problemsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameMid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressBasildonNethermayneBasildonSS16 5NLEmployer's websitehttps://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)