Job overview

The Trust is recruiting to a Trust Specialist Registrar post in Rheumatology for a fixed term of 8 months, end date 30 September 2027.  This post will be an ideal starting point for someone looking to apply for SpR training schemes in Rheumatology.

The postholder will work as a member of the Rheumatology team with FY2 trainees, Trust Registrar, Consultant and Nursing workforce to ensure high quality care of Rheumatology and medical patients.

The Rheumatology team provide rheumatological opinions and urgent care to the wards.

The Rheumatology service has an established track record in audit and research, with regular presentations at national meetings and contributions to peer-reviewed publications. The post holder will be encouraged to actively participate in these activities. These activities are supported by monthly case discussion and education meetings with internal and external speakers. 

This post offers an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to develop a strong Rheumatology portfolio in a supportive and well-established service.

Please note that this is a fixed term position with an end date of 30th September 2027.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will work as a member of the Rheumatology team with FY2 trainees, Trust Registrar, Consultant and Nursing workforce to ensure high quality care of Rheumatology and medical patients.

Outpatient Duties

The post holder will play an integral role in supporting the Early Arthritis Service, Rheumatology outpatient clinics, and the assessment and management of inpatient Rheumatology referrals. The role offers exposure to a broad range of rheumatological conditions, with opportunities to develop clinical skills across both outpatient and inpatient settings.

 The department provides excellent training and supervision, with a strong emphasis on supported clinical development in a collaborative and approachable team environment. Our service is supported by a weekly Early Inflammatory Arthritis and Musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning services, local rheumatology /radiology MDT and access to monthly Lung and vasculitis/connective MDTs with tertiary centres.

Please note that this is a fixed term position with an end date of 30th September 2027.

Working for our organisation

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. 

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We’re also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people’s homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children’s Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital. 

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we’re no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.