Consultant Rheumatologist

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Rheumatologist

Closing date: 26 May 2026

We are looking for a 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.

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. It provides exposure to a variety of clinical settings and the chance to be at the core of transforming our services to provide a truly integrated model of health care.

Main duties of the job

Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust seeks to appoint a consultant on a 10 Programmed Activity (PA) job plan in the specialty of Rheumatology. Part‑time or flexible working (including weekends and evenings) will be considered. Specialist interests such as research will also be considered for the right candidate.

The role will include helping to optimise pathways, enhancing the service offered to the local community, linking with tertiary centres and providing opportunities to participate in junior doctor training and research.

We are committed to driving service improvements and promoting best practice in the management of patients with rheumatological diseases, including inpatient admissions and outpatient clinics.

Candidates will be required to manage the workload of the Rheumatology Department. They must also 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.

Job responsibilities

This post requires the successful candidate to:

• Deliver high‑quality rheumatology care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of early arthritis pathways, giant cell arteritis pathways and the fracture liaison service.
• Participate in the management and improvement of the 10‑PA job plan.
• Engage in teaching juniors, medical students and other health‑care professionals.
• Maintain clinical governance standards and audit practice to drive service change.

Person Specification

• Full registration with the General Medical Council with a valid licence to practice.
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / admission to the Register within 6 months of interview.
• Primary Medical Qualification e.g. MB ChB.
• MRCP UK or Ireland.
• Postgraduate degree.
• Wide experience in rheumatology.
• Good understanding of clinical governance.
• Evidence of audit work and resulting change.
• Evidence of research participation.
• Experience of teaching juniors, medical students and other health‑care professionals.
• Appropriate Home Office status to undertake a career post in the UK.
• Evidence of relevant peer‑reviewed paper and other publications.
• Research skills: publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no previous criminal convictions.

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.

Equal Opportunities

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 under‑represented communities, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

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