Job summaryWe seek to appoint a dynamic and committed colleague to join our well-regarded department to share in delivering and further developing our high-quality services. The department is eager to support the professional development of our colleagues, and we would expect the successful post holder to be able to develop subspecialty interests (on agreement with the clinical lead).We have a busy schedule of clinical research, in PMR, GCA, large vessel vasculitis, inflammatory arthritis, ILD and epidemiology, and we have a healthy track record of involvement in NIHR portfolio and commercial studies. The successful applicant would be encouraged to engage with and contribute to the department's research programme. There is great opportunity for the post holder to develop their own fields of special interest.If keen, there are also opportunities for the post holder to develop an educational role with the newly established Anglia Ruskin Medical School, as well as in the trust and deanery.Applicants should hold a CCT in rheumatology or be within 6 months of obtaining a CCT. An ability to manage a wide spectrum of rheumatic diseases including complex cases is essential. You will need to be able to work as part of an extended team and will be expected to take an active part in the teaching and training of medical students, doctors in training and other staff.*JD pending Royal College Approval*Main duties of the jobTo provide expert opinion and treatment for patients with rheumatic disease and suspected rheumatic disease.To share in the leadership of the multidisciplinary team caring for patients with Rheumatic Conditions.Work 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 activityAbout 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, MDExperienceEssentialAbility to manage complex acute patients with Rheumatic diseaseKnowledge and ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients across the spectrum of 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 TrustAddressSouthend On SeaPrittlewell ChaseWestcliff On SeaSS0 0RYEmployer's websitehttps://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)