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Locum Consultant Physician: General Medicine with an interest in Rheumatology Medicine
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Locum Consultant Physician: General Medicine with an interest in Rheumatology Medicine
Consultant Physician in General Medicine (with Rheumatology Interest) – Fixed-Term Post
About NHSGGC
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions. Serving a population of 1.15 million (and 2.2 million including regional services), we deliver:
- Acute hospital care
- Primary and community healthcare
- Mental health services
This role operates with an on-call/overnight workforce pattern, rotating from Monday to Friday, including weekend coverage.
About the Role
Applications are invited for a 12-month fixed-term Consultant Physician in General Medicine, with an interest in Rheumatology, based at Glasgow Royal Infirmary (outpatient duties at Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill Ambulatory Care Hospital).
The post is designed to cover the absent substantive post holder. While experience in bone and mineral metabolism is ideal, candidates with relevant clinical experience will be considered—prior rheumatology training is not strictly required unless mandated by local criteria.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a full spectrum of consultant services across inpatient and outpatient care.
- Lead new and return clinic sessions at both Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill Ambulatory Care Hospital.
- Contribute to:
- Acute medical receiving
- Consultant on-call rota
- Downstream ward coverage (weekend systems)
- Collaborate with clinical and management teams to enhance service delivery, with a focus on:
- Innovative care models
- Teaching and research
- Quality improvement
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Why Join Us?
- Work in a modern, consultant-led setting embedded in a major teaching hospital (affiliated with the University of Glasgow).
- Opportunity to shape rheumatology and general medicine in a high-quality service.
- Glasgow Royal Infirmary boasts:
- City-centre location with excellent transport/connections
- Proximity to Scotland’s natural landscapes
- Support a progressive, patient-centred healthcare environment.
Requirements & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a valid licence to practise.
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register (or eligibility via six-month entry period by interview deadline).
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training (CCT or equivalent equivalent registration pathway) for UK-trained applicants.
- Applicants without UK training must provide equivalent credentials and specialist eligibility through approved assessment.
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For an informal discussion, contact:
Laura McGregor Lead Consultant ☏ 0141 211 4546 📧 Laura.McGregor@nhs.scot
OR
Rosemary Brogan Clinical Service Manager ☏ 0141 211 3813 📧 Rosemary.Brogn@nhs.scot
Recruitment & Benefits
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
NHSGGC recognizes the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible working where feasible. This post allows for varying working hours in light of service demands—we encourage applications from those seeking flexible arrangements, discussed during selection.
Commitment to Equity & Inclusion
NHSGGC welcomes diverse talent, including:
- Armed Forces Community — we support military experience via our signing of the Armed Forces Covenant (skills, experience, and expertise valued in the recruitment process).
- Fairness & Representation — prioritises equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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