Job summary The post is based in the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Rheumatology department at St Mary's Hospital (SMH). In our departments, a multidisciplinary approach to the management of rheumatic diseases is regarded as a prerequisite for delivering high quality patient care and we work closely and collaboratively with other specialties such as Renal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology and Radiology. The ICHNT Rheumatology department serves the northwest London area and is recognised as national and international leading centres in the treatment of rheumatic conditions. Furthermore, we work closely with local community musculoskeletal services providers. This is a locum, maternity leave cover, less than full-time post for a fixed term of 6 months. The post is suitable for newly qualified consultants or more experienced ones, and it is an exciting opportunity to join a Rheumatology department recognised for its exceptional care and multidisciplinary approach. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will deliver a broad range of Rheumatology services including outpatient general rheumatology clinics, inpatient Rheumatology reviews on a daily rota at SMH site and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings, The department provides training for specialist trainees and has a history of collaborating in translational and bench research through close working relationships with Imperial College. The successful candidate will work with medical, nursing, and managerial colleagues to ensure clinical efficiency, quality of outcomes, financial management and operational efficiency. They will be supported to maintain up-to-date portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly,part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview. Details Date posted 13 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary Depending on experience £105,504 to £139,882 per annum WTE Contract Locum Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-LCONA015 Job locations St Mary's and Hammersmith Hospitals London W2 1NY Job description Job responsibilities This is a locum less than full-time post based at St Marys Hospital. The role entails: 3 General Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week Weekly inpatient referrals review (daily rota at SMH site) Weekly DCC meetings Support the nurse team in dealing with clinical queries Contribute to additional NHS responsibilities by taking roles such as clinical manager, clinical governance lead or clinical audit lead Maintaining up-to-date portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation. Job description Job responsibilities This is a locum less than full-time post based at St Marys Hospital. The role entails: 3 General Rheumatology outpatient clinics per week Weekly inpatient referrals review (daily rota at SMH site) Weekly DCC meetings Support the nurse team in dealing with clinical queries Contribute to additional NHS responsibilities by taking roles such as clinical manager, clinical governance lead or clinical audit lead Maintaining up-to-date portfolios for annual appraisal, CPD and revalidation. Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT Appropriate Royal College Membership Knowledge/ skills Essential Experience in General Rheumatology IT Skills and computer literacy Leadership & Management Skills Essential Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority Teaching & Training Essential Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff Audit Essential Understanding of principles of clinical audit Language Essential Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements Interpersonal skills Essential Excellent written and spoken communications, ability to build rapport, work with others, persuade and negotiate Empathy, understanding, listening skills, patience, social skills appropriate to different types of client Able to change and adapt, respond to changing circumstances and to cope with setbacks or pressure Able to work as part of a team Person Specification Education/ Qualifications Essential On GMC's register with a Licence to Practice or eligible to apply for GMC registration and a Licence to Practice On GMC's Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the register by the date of the interviews or eligible for specialist registration Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT Appropriate Royal College Membership Knowledge/ skills Essential Experience in General Rheumatology IT Skills and computer literacy Leadership & Management Skills Essential Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority Teaching & Training Essential Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff Audit Essential Understanding of principles of clinical audit Language Essential Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements Interpersonal skills Essential Excellent written and spoken communications, ability to build rapport, work with others, persuade and negotiate Empathy, understanding, listening skills, patience, social skills appropriate to different types of client Able to change and adapt, respond to changing circumstances and to cope with setbacks or pressure Able to work as part of a team Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address St Mary's and Hammersmith Hospitals London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address St Mary's and Hammersmith Hospitals London W2 1NY Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : St Mary's and Hammersmith Hospitals, W2 1NY London, United Kingdom