Job summary
The Rheumatology Department based at University Hospital of Wales serves the population of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in respect of rheumatology services.
Specialist paediatric rheumatology services is provided by Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee (WHSSC) with two WTE paediatric rheumatology consultant and specialist nurse.
The Nurse Specialist Team provide medication monitoring and biologic services.There is a specialist ankylosing spondylitis service and a combined clinic with dermatology.
Close links are enjoyed with other specialties including renal and respiratory medicine - there are specialist vasculitis and interstitial lung disease clinics.
Joint and soft tissue injections are performed when possible during the clinics or referred for guided injections to radiology.Infusions of therapeutic substances such as biologics and Iloprost are given in the Day Unit. The Specialty Registrars and Consultants provide day-time on-call for rheumatology for emergency and in-patient referrals.
Main duties of the job
To provide with Consultant colleagues (as appropriate) a service in the speciality to the hospitals so designated, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness and promotion of health.
To have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge (as appropriate) in liaison with Consultant colleagues and for the proper functioning of the department in line with the Operational Policy and Strategic Plan (as amended from time to time).
To be responsible for the professional supervision and management of resident medical / dental staff. If appropriate the post holder will be named in the contracts of resident medical / dental staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice
- On Specialist Register for Rheumatology/ Speciality Registrar with CCT due within 3 months of interview date
Skills
Essential
- Effective and demonstrable patient communication skills in written and spoken English
- Effective IT skills
- Self motivated and flexible approach to work
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding of clinical risk management/governance
- Evidence of proactive engagement with appraisal and revalidation (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience working in Rheumatology setting, including patient consultations, steroid injections, knowledge of biologics available
Research and Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching medical students and resident doctors
- Evidence of active research interests
- Ability to critically appraise research
management
Essential
- Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process
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
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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
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Cardiff & Vale University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
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