Consultant in Rheumatology

Doctors Direct have a new and exciting opportunity for Consultants to work with us at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust in Rheumatology

We are looking for a dedicated doctor ready to work in a fast-paced environment at a Trust serving more than 300,000 people across North Warwickshire, South West Leicestershire and North Coventry. This role would be predominantly based at George Eliot Hospital with the opportunity to work extra shifts across the Trusts’ other sites and any of our partner Trusts.

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women’s, children’s, diagnostic and therapeutic services. A full range of sexual health services across Warwickshire is also provided by the Trust.

 

Duties:

  • Perform comprehensive assessments of stroke patients, including diagnostic evaluation and development of personalized care plans.
  • Oversee the stroke unit, ensuring the delivery of evidence-based care and the implementation of best practices in stroke management.
  • Evaluate patients for thrombolysis and coordinate interventions such as thrombectomy when indicated, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
  • Work closely with neurologists, radiologists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, and therapists to provide coordinated care to stroke patients.
  • Monitor and analyse stroke care outcomes, develop and implement quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with stroke care protocols.
  • Provide education and support to stroke patients and their families, addressing their questions and concerns regarding stroke prevention and recovery.
  • Participate in stroke-related clinical research studies, collaborate with research teams, and contribute to the advancement of stroke medicine.
  • Mentor medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals, sharing your expertise in stroke medicine

 

Details about the roles :

  • Grade : Consultant
  • Specialty: Rheumatology
  • Location: George Eliot
  • Shift patterns: Mon-Fri, 9-5 with 1 in 10 weekends on call
  • Hours per week: 40 hours
  • Start date: ASAP – on going
  • Rates: £110 - £125

 

Skills:

  • Strong Clinical Skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.

 

Requirements:

  • 3-6 months NHS experience
  • Valid GMC registration
  • Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)

 

Why Choose Doctors Direct?

Doctors Direct are part of NHS Professionals and owned by the Department of Health and Social Care, which means that we are part of the NHS family and sets us apart from locum agencies. Saving money and providing only the highest quality locum cover to our partner Trusts is at the very heart of what we do.

Doctors Direct are part of the NHS and do not charge our partner Trusts the expensive fees associated with private locum agencies. That means every shift worked by one of our members helps save money for the Trust and the wider NHS. These vital saving can then be reinvested into what matters most, patient care and safety.

Doctors Direct recruit to the highest of NHS standards and all candidates applying for this role must have the following:

  • Valid GMC
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Clinical attachment complete
  • Minimum of 3 months paid experience in the NHS/UK

 

How to apply?

To find out more about this opportunity and others please call 03330 143 652 to speak to one of our dedicated recruitment consultants. If you’d like to apply, please email your CV to doctorsjobs@nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk.

 

As an equal opportunities organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply.