Job summaryThis is a newly
established post for a full or part time Consultant Rheumatologist based at
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We are
looking to expand our small but highly effective rheumatology medical team
of three consultants and one very
experienced associate specialist.
This
opportunity is unlikely to arise again for many years! Our candidate
must be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of achieving this. The post will
be based at Barnsley Hospital, one of four Foundation Trusts in South
Yorkshire, and in our opinion, the best to work in. The
appointee will work closely with the existing Consultant Rheumatologists, and
other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive service
to our local patient population. If you
enjoy working in a small, friendly hospital, where people know and talk to each
other, then this post is for you. Unless you want to practice general medicine
as well, there is no on call commitment.
QUALIFICATIONS
The post of
Consultant Rheumatologist requires evidence of Accreditation by the Royal
College / Possession of a Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training /
Evidence of Registration with the Royal College.
Applicants must
therefore have full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist Register
(or be within six months of CCT at time of
interview).A person
specification is appended to this job description.
Main duties of the jobThe full job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
About usBarnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated
Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress
in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the
best Place to WorkWe scored best
in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate
leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also
scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to
each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyoneWe are proud of
the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future
and our organisation is highly valued by our local communitiesThere has never
been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we
can do this attitude is evident right through the organisationBarnsley
Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity
and fair treatment to all applicantsFor
individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health
& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert
to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no
longer eligible for sponsorshipThe
cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only
be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deductionWe reserve the right to close positions earlyDetailsDate posted08 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference numberC9163-0064-09-26Job locationsPogmoor RoadBarnsleySouth YorkshireS75 2EPUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialThe post of Consultant Rheumatologist requires evidence of Accreditation by the Royal College / Possession of a Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training / Evidence of Registration with the Royal College. MRCP (or equivalent).On the specialist register for rheumatology (or within 6 months of anticipated registration).DesirableHolder of diplomas or qualifications pertinent to Rheumatology. Holder of a higher relevant qualification such as an MD, MSc or PhD
Management/Clinical Governance
EssentialWillingness to work as a member of a team and share administrative responsibilities. Ability to contribute positively in Directorate and Trust management. Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance. DesirableAbility to organise and consolidate change and improvement. Knowledge of mechanisms of management. Knowledge of implementation of Clinical Governance within the Directorate. Willingness to assume, with adequate support, local Lead Clinician status with time
Audit/Clinical effectiveness
EssentialExperience of, commitment to, and evidence of involvement in Audit or Clinical Effectiveness initiatives. DesirableWillingness to take a lead role in organising Audit / Clinical Effectiveness.
Motivation/Leadership
EssentialCommitment to developing this post in line with local and national guidelines and requirements. Ability to maintain an up to date service. Personal integrity and reliability. Commitment to continual learning. Flexibility, resilience, ability to cope under pressure. Relates effectively with professional colleagues. DesirableAbility to inspire and motivate other team members. Ability to innovate, develop new principles and methods. Aspirations towards excellence.
Experience
EssentialExtensive training and broad experience in Rheumatology. DesirableFamiliarity with issues of NHS service provision, organisation and development. Specialist interest within Rheumatology to complement existing Consultant.
Audit/Clinical effectiveness
EssentialExperience of, commitment to, and evidence of involvement in Audit or Clinical Effectiveness initiatives. DesirableWillingness to take a lead role in organising Audit / Clinical Effectiveness.
Research
DesirableAppropriate scientific publications. Enthusiasm for clinical or other research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialThe post of Consultant Rheumatologist requires evidence of Accreditation by the Royal College / Possession of a Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training / Evidence of Registration with the Royal College. MRCP (or equivalent).On the specialist register for rheumatology (or within 6 months of anticipated registration).DesirableHolder of diplomas or qualifications pertinent to Rheumatology. Holder of a higher relevant qualification such as an MD, MSc or PhD
Management/Clinical Governance
EssentialWillingness to work as a member of a team and share administrative responsibilities. Ability to contribute positively in Directorate and Trust management. Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance. DesirableAbility to organise and consolidate change and improvement. Knowledge of mechanisms of management. Knowledge of implementation of Clinical Governance within the Directorate. Willingness to assume, with adequate support, local Lead Clinician status with time
Audit/Clinical effectiveness
EssentialExperience of, commitment to, and evidence of involvement in Audit or Clinical Effectiveness initiatives. DesirableWillingness to take a lead role in organising Audit / Clinical Effectiveness.
Motivation/Leadership
EssentialCommitment to developing this post in line with local and national guidelines and requirements. Ability to maintain an up to date service. Personal integrity and reliability. Commitment to continual learning. Flexibility, resilience, ability to cope under pressure. Relates effectively with professional colleagues. DesirableAbility to inspire and motivate other team members. Ability to innovate, develop new principles and methods. Aspirations towards excellence.
Experience
EssentialExtensive training and broad experience in Rheumatology. DesirableFamiliarity with issues of NHS service provision, organisation and development. Specialist interest within Rheumatology to complement existing Consultant.
Audit/Clinical effectiveness
EssentialExperience of, commitment to, and evidence of involvement in Audit or Clinical Effectiveness initiatives. DesirableWillingness to take a lead role in organising Audit / Clinical Effectiveness.
Research
DesirableAppropriate scientific publications.
Enthusiasm for clinical or other research.
Disclosure 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 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 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameBarnsley Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressPogmoor RoadBarnsleySouth YorkshireS75 2EPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameBarnsley Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressPogmoor RoadBarnsleySouth YorkshireS75 2EPUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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