Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS FT
Consultant Rheumatologist
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Job Opportunity: Consultant Rheumatologist at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for 1 dynamic and motivated individual to join our Rheumatology Department at Tameside. The hospital team currently consists of 4 consultants, with an expanding specialist pharmacy and nursing team. The department has good links with the University of Manchester and other Rheumatology centres within the North West Deanery and also with Primary Care colleagues locally.
About the Role
This post represents an exciting opportunity to join one of the pioneering integrated care organisations in the country which is transforming the way care is delivered to improve the health of the population it serves. Not only does this post provide exposure to a variety of clinical settings but also the opportunity to be at the core of transforming our services to provide a truly integrated model of health care to our population. The Rheumatology team have been pivotal in some key service transformations within the Trust such as implementing Model A (DMARD) hospital transition, developing an Early Arthritis Pathway, Giant Cell Arteritis Pathway and initiating a Fracture Liaison Service.
We are happy to consider applications for full time or part time candidates. Informal discussions and/or visits to meet the team are more than welcomed.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in optimising pathways enhancing the service offered to the local community and linking in with tertiary centres.
- Opportunities to participate in junior doctor training and research.
- Driving service improvements promoting best practice in the management of patients with rheumatological diseases, including inpatient admissions and outpatient clinics.
Requirements
- Must be on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or be in receipt of the Certificate of Specialist Training (CCT) within six months of the date of interview.
Benefits
- Flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
About the Trust
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
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Our Values
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Safety
- Care
- Respect
- Communication
- Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Dr Lucy Coates
- Job title: Consultant Rheumatologist
- Email address: lucy.coates@tgh.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0161 922 6787
Directorate Manager:
- Name: Mrs Carly Lamb
- Email address: carly.lamb@tgh.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0161 922 6787
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